Is
was
liked
Reason: It seems like after "like a dream" they gave that car a go and Eric became excited which he states after they drove. Bagus seems to be also referring to that past action.
        
             
        
        
        
I think that the answer is Joyfulness
        
                    
             
        
        
        
The second one, Marcus said, "It's not the end of the world. You should be happy for me."