I think either excited or confused. Since the first sentence is well, with an exclamation point, I guess I would lean towards excited. It would help to know more of the story.
Answer:
A simple life in peace and safety is preferable to a life of luxury tortured by fear.”
Explanation:
It means that the Country Mouse would rather live in country where it is quiet and simple instead of the nice and luxurious life in the city where it is dangerous.
C. Present is your answer
