Read the following context and choose the best option to answer the question.
Context: Gross . But she had been watching him run around for a good part of recess , and had watched his face scrunch up countless times . Maybe she 'd do him a favor and say yes ... " Everyone else said no , " he blurted out , interrupting her thoughts . Bella blinked at him .
Question: Why is Bella 's male friend expressing sadness ?
Options: 
- The male friend has been rejected by others .
 - None of the above choices .
 - The male friend has been through a long day .
 - The male friend has been through the loss of family .


The male friend has been rejected by others .