Gaston sat self absorbed, taking in the attention he received. The tavern was filled with admiring fans singing the praises of his brawn and mighty muscles. He
felt deserving of every bit of flattery, as he believed himself to be the strongest,
most perfect specimen of a man that ever lived. He smiled at the thought of the
day a very lucky woman would be proud to be called Gaston's wife.
What word best describes the author's tone toward Gaston?
A. inspirational
В. conceited
С. ambiguous
D. modest