I think the Arabs think that Santiago and the alchemist are spies. They allowed Santiago and the alchemist to keep the treasure because both have claimed that treasure doesn't have to be something material. The treasure can be something spiritual.
Lol here's some advice: always be yourself, no matter what. don't ever change who you are for anybody :)
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The dialogue uses a lot of very romantic and “soft” words which create a very romantic and cute mood.
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