B. He is afraid of the men and relieved to hear his mother coming.
“-waited for the coming of his mother, of his ferocious and indomitable mother who fought and killed all things and was never afraid.” This is White Fang’s perspective on his mother. He believes his mother is fearless and strong without a doubt, and she will save him from his fear.
“She heard the cry of her cub.” This means that White Fang was undoubtedly upset about the events taking place, and his mother knew.
