Answer:
C. Self-doubt
Step-by-step explanation:
Line 125 says, "I do not think they will sing to me." Eliot is saying in this line that he does not believe the mermaids will sing to him, but this may be a metaphor for all women. Eliot may not believe that he deserves to hear the mermaids sing or that women will pay attention to him. This line is expressing his self doubt.