The judge flatly stated that he would not be able to make a ruling on the law suit until late next week. he told both lawyers that he would need both of them to meet with him privately in his council chamber before the end of the day.

which word or phrase would most logically go into the blank in this sentence?
a) similarly
b) in addition,
c) surprisingly,
d) with reservations

i believe it's b but i could be