Charlie's heart sank when he drove up to the store. The lights were off, the blinds were closed, and only one other car was parked outside. He sighed and then drove off.

Based on the text, which sentence is most likely to be true?
a: the store is busier than charlie expected
b: the store doesn't have what charlie needs
c: charlie got to the store too late

c: Charlie got to the store too late