"Oh! Cruel fate!" cried the Sirian with indignation, "who could conceive of this excess of maniacal rage! It makes me want to take three steps and crush this whole anthill of ridiculous assassins."

In this excerpt, the Sirian reacts to a description of human wars. His reaction can best be described as _____.
a. pleased
b.ironic
c. senseless
d. supportive