Fatima is the girl that almost distracts Santiago from his dream of reaching the pyramids and his treasure. She's so pretty, and he's so in love with her, that he almost decides to just stay at the oasis and take her instead of the treasure. (You know, because women and treasure are pretty much exchangeable.
the girl who distracts Santiago from his dreams, She is so beautiful to him that he rather be with her and stay in oasis with her than go find the treasure.
Mr. Lacey doesn't think that they can afford the dog. He sets the plot in motion by creating a major conflict between himself and his daughter, Doris, who wants to keep
