The Cartomancer [M4M] [Magical Speaker] [Magick Shop] [Tarot Reading] [First Meeting] [Cute]

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Ah, a moment please, I'll be right out. Well hello there. Welcome to Zenit Bell.

I don't believe I've seen you here before. Oh, first time? Yeah, I'm always happy to have a new customer.

Are you perhaps looking for anything in particular? No? Well, would you like to look around on your own? Oh, maybe I could give you a small tour? I mean it's no trouble, I'll be glad to.

Oh, the cash register will be fine. This is usually the sole time of day, and the bells are loud enough to be heard even from the back, as you can see. Plus, my assistant will be arriving soon, so the front can be left alone for a short time.

Great, great. Come, come. First, we have our selections of books.

From blank books of shadows to various volumes regarding your magical needs or interests. Hm? Oh, yes, this is a shop for magic.

That's magic ending with a K, like witches use. Yes, I am a witch. I practice witchcraft, spells, meditation, rituals.

They are all part of my practice. Yes, even men can be called witches. I think wizard is something used more for fantasy stories, and warlock actually has a negative meaning.

It's along the lines of oathbreaker. So I use the term witch for myself. The vest and tie.

Well, I am a businessman after all, so I have to look my best. Plus, I do enjoy this style of dresses. Witches of all kinds have their own personal style.

Not everyone goes for the more brooding black and gothic look sometimes. Oh, I'm sure you've known a few witches without realizing it. Though, I do occasionally wear a robe during some form of spell work.

I could show you some we have for sale in a while, if you like. Now where was I? Ah, yes, back to the tour.

As you could see, I have books on plant work, crystals, palmistry, tarot, and numerous other subjects. If you're interested in a place to start, I would advise starting in this section on wikipedians. Ah, the tarot once catches your eye? Oh, it isn't too surprising.

That section gets its fair share of browsers. Of course, there's more to card reading than just memorizing the meaning from books. It's also about intuiting the relationship between the cards.

In fact, if you're interested in reading more on it, uh, ooh, give me a bit, I do often forget where did I put it, oh, here it is. Connections between cards. I usually recommend this for experienced readers, but I feel you may get enjoyment from this.

Oh, uh, you're just browsing for now? That's okay. Sometimes you just need to let something sink in before you walk a new path.

If you feel cards may be your thing, then I do have another section you may enjoy. Here we come. Here are the various card decks we have for sale.

Yeah, it's not just tarot. Most of them are referred to as oracle card decks. A lot of them focus on a central theme.

For example, there's decks with art related to animals, angels, elements, and even witches themselves. I'm sure a few of them may catch your eye. Which do I like? Well, I have my own traditional tarot deck along with a few others I've collected over the years.

Potentially one could center an oracle deck on any concept. Since we're discussing cards, have you ever had your cards read? Oh, never? Well, would you be interested in a complimentary reading? It's alright to be hesitant.

Some people don't usually gravitate towards magic or divination. So I admit certain customers catch my attention and I just get a strong feeling to offer a reading even if they're not buying anything that day. So what do you say? Care to give it a try? Excellent.

Oh, perfect timing, they'll be my assistant. Do wait here for a moment. I need to tell them to mind the front while we're busy.

Alright, follow me, right this way. And welcome to my personal reading room. I tend to prefer things to be quiet while I concentrate during a session.

My assistant knows to tell customers I am really busy. Usually I've scheduled readings ahead of time, but lucky for you, this time slot was open. Perhaps it was something more than luck.

Oh, I'm just talking to myself. I'm very sorry. Well, before we get started, let me just light some candles and incense.

Is there perhaps anything you would like for me to read in particular? Money, love, family? Whatever you'd like me to read for will have a certain incense and candles lit as well to better facilitate the reading.

Oh, well, how about a general reading? That might not be bad for your first reading with me. Perhaps you would like some tea, coffee, water? I usually like to give customers something to drink while they consider the reading.

It allows both of us to open ourselves to whatever answers we may receive. Hmm, then let's see. Ah, how about this? I recently bought this kind of tea the other day.

It's not what I usually buy, but somehow it caught my attention. Ah, it's your favorite. Well, that certainly is something.

Okay, I'll just sit right here and enjoy the drink while I prepare for reading. If you don't mind, I would like to perform an incantation to bless and purify the room for the reading. Let's sit right there while I smudge a bit of sage prowess.

We give thanks to all that is beyond for the day we have received. Allow this room and our bodies to be cleansed and purified that we may accept the guidance and wisdom we ask for. Let that which is received be given out of love, growth, and harmony.

May that which is not needed return to its rightful place. We give our thanks. Bless be.

All right, that's everything I need to do. If you're ready, we can get started. If you don't mind, I prefer using a special deck of my own.

This was based off something my family passed down. I just made a few inquiries to modernize it a bit. Plus, I must admit I wanted to make it a bit more flashier than it was, hence the purple and gold colors.

Okay, first hold the deck in your hand and I want you to visualize your energy being part of it. It can take any color or form you feel is best. Perhaps a green flame, silver butterflies, or maybe a rainbow smoke.

Whatever essence you feel best represent you. When you feel ready, hand the cards back to me. Thank you.

Now I will charge the cards with my own energy. Now I'll shuffle the cards. While I do so, consider the question you have in mind.

What is it you want answer for or guidance on? All right, the cards have been shuffled. I'll spread them face down onto the table.

Pick seven cards and then hand them to me face down. Good. Now I'll flip them face up and place them into a circular spread before you.

Give me a moment to look them over and consider what comes to me. All right, shall I begin the reading? Very well.

The central card here which represents you, the current, is the Verdant Bud. A good potential into something great, but at the moment not quite strong. Well, that is not to say you are weak, merely that you need time to grow and require the necessary resource or assistance.

Starting from the top card and moving clockwise, we have the Red of Diamonds. Fortune can be yours provided it is done in an orderly fashion. Formal instruction or setting a plan or schedule will be beneficial in whatever you set yourself.

Next is Crossroads of Rods. We have options set before you. There is no wrong path for you.

The only issue is staying where you are. Maybe you could make do, but stillness in this aspect means you miss out on something worth experience. Following that is the Unopened Tome.

What you need is within arm's reach. You just have to be willing to accept the work and diligence necessary to gain the most out of whatever you decide on. Wisdom and experience will be your allies on this path.

At the bottom of the spread is the Half-Heart Frame. There is a chance at a romantic beginning should you go down a certain path. A strong possibility of that romance becoming something long-term.

They may understand and partner with you in your endeavor, perhaps even working together for something greater. Then we have the Waterfall Cavern. A card of uncommon outcomes.

You just may end up going down a different path than most. Perhaps something of the beaten path appeals to you. You see the path not many others can.

The fact that it has revealed itself to you means it calls to you. It may be worth exploring despite the unknown associated with it. The last card we have is the Joining of Hands.

Assistance will be offered or you will be in a position. To find like-minded individuals to aid in your ventures. Perhaps a good time to start your own business or project.

Either way, the assistance you need has a strong chance of coming to you. Provided you ask or advertise in a strong manner.