Santiago says he will clean all the merchant’s crystal overnight in exchange for money to get to Egypt. The merchant replies that the trip to Egypt is so long and expensive that Santiago couldn’t earn enough for the trip in a year. Santiago feels disappointed but agrees to take the job.
These extra <span>meanings are called "connotations". Connotations can either be made intentionally or unintentionally--in order to give the reader or listening a more enjoyable and thoughtful experience. </span>
