As Mercury skates through the stoic Capricorn, landing in harmonious conjunction with your composite Pholus, I see you ready to uncork the champagne of communication. Polished conversation is set to flow in a sparkling effervescence of mutual understanding. But remember: unlike a fine bubbly, your dialogue is best not shaken nor stirred-Capricorn's earthy pragmatism demands sincerity over showiness.

With Capricorn's renowned discipline and drive for achievement, the energy of Mercury's transit will urge you to hone in on efficiency and productivity in your shared ventures - think of it as spring-cleaning in winter. But let me tell you in advance. The universe does not endorse clutter cleaning by setting the old magazines on fire, nor does it advocate using your partner's tie as a dust cloth. Now, we wouldn't want Mercury to file a case for misrepresentation now, would we?

Pholus' influence in Capricorn tends to unearth hidden aspects of your relationship. You may discover deeper layers of intimacy, labeling them with fancy names you found in self-help books. Or perhaps you'll unearth that secret stash of caramel chocolates. Either way, it's discovery time.

The union of Mercury and Pholus in the earthy Capricorn, however, can easily lead to overthinking and relentless self-analysis. Beware of turning your relationship into a mythological labyrinth complete with a minotaur-sized monster of doubts. Trust me, a relationship should be more 'candle-lit dinner' and less 'Herculean trial.'

The magic, albeit a bit humorous, is in the balance. Use this time to deliberate on your shared goals, communicate with clarity, and perhaps even uncap a few unexpected surprises. Skilled use of this nurturing influence will no doubt fuel your future progress as a pair. In summary, remember: communication - good; turning the living room into a parliamentary debate society - not so good.

Relish in these moments, because as they say, what goes around, comes around. And Mercury is known for its rapid laps around the sun, so ensure you pack in as much growth and fun in its brief stay. The conjunction, like your partner's patience when you mistake their favorite scarf for a duster, is transient.

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