What is Santiago most likely thinking when Manolin tells him that he will fish with him again despite what his parent's permissi
on. A. upset that he hadn't said this before his went out for the marlin
B. happy to have his friend back working with him
C. nervous that he won't be able to catch fish again
D. happy that his parents finally understand that he needs the boy
The Old man Santiago was happy to have Manolin back because he considers him a friend. He believes so much in Manolin. Santiago was rejected and talked down by his co-fishermen. The return of Manolin marked the Resurrection of hope for Santiago, and he was able to share his past experiences with him.
Manolin was a great companion to Santiago. Even though Manolin's parents were not in support of him fishing with Santiago, Manolin returned to help him out.
