A) Aluce is trapped in a strange place and wants to get out
Based on the excerpt is that tom is clearly ignoring his aunt's remorse on purpose. It is stated that he knows that a "yearning glance" was upon him but he refused to recognize it that is to acknowledge it. He even goes so far to imagine denying his aunt what she wants to hear even on his deathbed.
The answer to your question is C
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