
after eleven months and nine days
Santiago's decision to leave the crystal shop
After nearly a year, Santiago has saved enough money to buy a flock of sheep and return to Spain. However, he realizes that his true desire is to continue his quest for the treasure. The crystal merchant, understanding Santiago's destiny, gives him his blessing. Santiago packs his belongings, finds Urim and Thummim, and decides to join a caravan crossing the Sahara Desert to Egypt.