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Crystal merchant's decision to serve tea in crystal glasses from "The Alchemist". Santiago proposes that the crystal merchant serve tea in crystal glasses to attract more customers.

during Santiago's work at the shop

Crystal merchant's decision to serve tea in crystal glasses

Santiago proposes that the crystal merchant serve tea in crystal glasses to attract more customers. The merchant initially resists change but eventually agrees. The innovation is a huge success, bringing many new customers and significantly increasing profits. This episode teaches Santiago about the importance of taking risks and following omens, and it also deepens his understanding of the merchant's fear of realizing his own dream.