A. I think I will stay home tonight
Answer:
The excavation ground to a halt when the local government the manipulated permits for digging.
Explanation:
In the novel, even alchemy, the central symbol of the book, entails coaxing metal to achieve its own Personal Legend to turn into gold. As a result, the idea that all individuals should live in the singular pursuit of their individual dreams emerges as the primary theme of The Alchemist.
(this is from sparknotes btw...)