The correct Answer is, Indignant 
The author's tone in this excerpt from "That Spot" by Jack London is indignant. <u>Indignant means feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.</u> In this except we see disappointment with<em> Stephen Mackaye.</em>
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The canine scampered out the door. 
The cat sauntered past. 
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I can't say for certain without seeing the passage in question, but given the title, it would likely be thoughtful or even adoring given the title.