As Mercury makes its transit through Capricorn, opposing your composite Vesta in Leo, you may find communication taking center stage. Mercury, the messenger planet, is all about communication and intellect, and in the earthy sign of Capricorn, it promotes grounded, straightforward dialogue. But with Vesta, the asteroid of focus and commitment, in the fiery, extravagant sign of Leo, complexity arises.

During this transit, one of the issues that may come to light could be the divergence between what you express and what you indeed commit to as a couple. Your shared passion and focus - amplified by Vesta's energy in Leo - might complicate your common sense of perception as Mercury in Capricorn seeks sincerity and pragmatism. Internal debates may emerge over the difference between words and actions, which might be both challenging and illuminating.

For example, let's say you've been running a joint venture or project. The vision was grand, fitting of Vesta in Leo's magnificence, but Mercury in Capricorn's transit might prompt you to start questioning whether the pedestals built with grand promises match the practical reality.

In this period, it's essential not to let miscommunication trigger unnecessary tensions. Be patient with each other and strive to balance the 'Leo-like' enthusiasm with 'Capricorn-like' pragmatism. It would be wise to couple the grandeur of your Vesta in Leo with the grounded communication Mercury in Capricorn advises. By achieving this balance, you'll be able to mitigate the challenges this transit poses and build a stronger, more understanding relationship.

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