Read this sentence from paragraph 5.
For weeks afterward my fellow clerks fanned the flame of my self-esteem.
What does the phrase "fanned the flame" suggest about the relationship between the author and his co-workers after his use of humor at the party?
A
The author feels uncertain about his use of humor and needs help from his co-workers.
B
The author regrets using humor at the party and feels pressured by his co-workers.
C
The author's co-workers encourage him to use his sense of humor by asking for more.
D
The author's co-workers want him to find something other than humor to boost his confidence.
