“I did not know what to do. I could not afford to be seen walking with her, and I did not even want to - but on the other hand, the flattery of those humble, hopeful turnings was not lost on me. A role was shaping for me that I could not resist playing.”
Which of the following best describes the speaker’s tone?
Based on the provided excerpt, the tone of the speaker can be described as "troubled but intrigued." The speaker expresses conflicting emotions and uncertainties about their actions and desires. They mention not wanting to be seen with the other person and not initially wanting to walk with them but also acknowledge the appeal and flattery of the situation, suggesting a mixture of conflicting emotions.
