Read the excerpt from "an occurrence at owl creek bridge."

as he pushes open the gate and passes up the wide white walk, he sees a flutter of female garments; his wife, looking fresh and cool and sweet, steps down from the veranda to meet him. at the bottom of the steps she stands waiting, with a smile of ineffable joy, an attitude of matchless grace and dignity. ah, how beautiful she is! he springs forward with extended arms.

which best describes the narration in the excerpt?
a. tense and spooky
b. calm and carefree
c. anxious and confused
d. warm and romantic