Which sentence from the novel best reflects the story's Gothic nature?

A. I knew well, therefore, what would be my father's feelings; but I could not tear my thoughts from my employment . . . (39).

B. It was a most beautiful season never did the fields bestow a more plentiful harvest, or the vines yield a more luxuriant vintage (38)

C. My cheek had grown pale with study, and my person had become emaciated with confinement (37).

D. I threw myself into the chaise that was to convey me away, and indulged in the most melancholy reflections (22).

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