Correct Answer: E
Explanation:
The sentence establishes an opposition between “our” wishes and Eva’s action. Only (E) satisfies this requirement.
| Harassed: | to trouble, worry, or torment, as with cares, debts, repeated questions, etc |
| Entreaties: | an earnest request; supplication; prayer |
| Assailed: | to attack physically and violently; assault 2 to attack with arguments, questions, doubts, etc |