Read the following context and choose the best option to answer the question.
Context: For whatever reason , Ennis had changed , and Jack was excited to be the recipient of his new feelings . Still , a small part of Jack remained guarded . Ennis 's history required a bit of self - preservation , and Jack could n't help that . It hurt , but it was necessary .
Question: What may be the reason Jack remained guarded ?
Options: 
- He was afraid he was going to be attacked .
 - He was afraid of getting his feelings hurt .
 - None of the above choices .
 - He was afraid of good things happening to him .


He was afraid of getting his feelings hurt .