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He wanted to buy a new harpoon, Winchester rifle, new clothes, new shoes, a new dress for Juan, and a wedding ceremony for Juan and himself, and most importantly pay for an education for Coyote. Kink tries to sell his pearl so he could buy many great things with the money he received. The man who usually hears the Song of the Family, the wonderful, soothing message that all is well in life, begins to hear the sounds of danger, the Song of Evil. Kink discovers a great pearl and it changes his life forever. Since Coyote cannot be treated for his illness this motivates Kink to try, even harder then usual, to find the pearl of the world. The doctor is not very kind towards Kink and the others who live in his village. He does not eave enough money to pay a doctor to make his son well again. Kink is first encountered with a disaster when a poisonous scorpion bit his son, Coyote. This song represents his love for his wife and son. Kink is devoted to his family and when he is around them the song of the family plays in his head. He hopes to find a pearl that will guarantee him a safe. Kink is aware of his poverty and knows that money could buy things he lacks. He is a simple man and lives in the traditional ways of his village.
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Kink is an honest, honorable pearl diver who works hard to support his family.