So I pulled three cards. They said someone feeling restricted can't move, broken heart and looking to move on.

Then I asked who is it.

And it says a person who is moving on quickly either to or from a lover in which they have made a decision.
Then I asked if it was my ex.

Ten pentacles means the security of family is in the past cycle is completed there is a new beginning and this is happening quickly by force of will.
Yes it sounds like someone from your past.
Kerry Kulkins -Gemini
Legal affairs should fare better and good news is on its way. Increase in earnings are indicated. A lot in your life is about to fall into place. Answers to mysteries. Aggressiveness will spoil a good opportunity. Luck should come in unexpected
Three days later at about the same time (exactly 8.15am because I looked at the clock) the smell wandered in and surrounded me before dispersing. This time it was not so much exhaust fumes but a smelly oily mechanic's rag. Very, very intense. Very oily. Right up close.

Something has ended the person is feeling victorious and there is a new emotional beginning.