She nodded as he spoke of trying to rid these people from his life, and her heart went out to him once more. "It is possible that two years ago, they felt drawn to help you simply because you were in a worse position. Now that you are doing better, they are envious of you and wish to bring you back to the place you were before. It is a sad truth that many people cannot feel good about themselves unless they are tearing down another person."<br/><br/>As he drew her hand up towards his lips, Zoya felt those electric shocks run through her body once more. Her face was flushed as his eyes met her gaze, and she was unable to turn away to hide her excitement at the feel of his lips on her flesh.<br/><br/>She sighed softly as he continued to speak, his concern evident in his voice and on his face. At his smile, she spoke softly in reply, "The Emperor is one of the 'Major Arcana' - a card that speaks of fate, something none of us can avoid. By showing you this, it is warning you that you have no choice as to this fight. It is up to you whether you wish to battle back, or let other people run over you. As you can see on the card, the Emperor's throne is decorated with rams' heads. You need to stand your ground, no matter what. If that means your fight will be against the odds, then so be it. You have to fight for what is right FOR YOU. Not for what others think is right. So, if this means that much to you, then that is what you must do. I have to tell you, that even if you lose this battle, you will have won. For you have stood up for what you believe in. And no one can fault you for that."<br/><br/>She stopped suddenly and breathed deeply, her other hand moving to cover his and her own. "Hang in there, ok? You will come out of this a better person..."