B. because the ordeal is almost over and Santiago can now rest until the marlin dies
"Alcoholism is when one can no longer control their use of alcohol, compulsively abuse alcohol, despite its negative ramifications, and/or experience emotional distress when they are not drinking may be suffering from an alcohol use disorder (AUD) or alcoholism.1 AUD is a chronic, relapsing disease that is diagnosed based on an individual meeting certain criteria outlined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)."
Feel free to pick out which parts you want to use :)
Huh? what do you mean by that
The second answer. Im 95% sure.