The first card, symbolizing the past, is the reversed "The Lovers."
The reversed position of The Lovers card in the past may have indicated "arguments," "immature emotions," "fading friendships," "despite having expectations for one's own growth, forever wanting to avoid danger," and so on. The key point of interpretation is that the emotional challenges were not passed and wrong decisions were made at the time of "choice," causing relationships to fade.
Aiwass stroked his chin, deep in thought.
My relationship with Yulia has always been quite good, right?
So it probably isn't an issue of romance or friendship…
He shook his head and skipped this card to look at the second one.
Representing the present, The Hanged Man in upright position.
This is a very positive card. It signifies "self-sacrifice," "making dedications for love," "rebirth from fire." And the upright position suggests that this sacrifice is worthwhile.
"...wait a minute?"
Aiwass was momentarily stunned.