To answer the question, we need to analyze the perspectives of the Father Superior and the monks toward the town.
In option A, it’s suggested that both the Father Superior and the monks are intrigued by the evil but hesitate to admit it. This implies a shared fascination.
In option B, the Father Superior feels shocked and appalled by the town's atmosphere, while the monks seem to be captivated or intrigued by his stories. This indicates a divergence in emotions between him and the monks, where the Father Superior is disturbed and the monks are curious.
In option C, the Father Superior’s reluctance to save the town contrasts with the monks' newfound inspiration to take action. This reflects a difference in motivation and attitude toward helping the town.
In option D, it portrays the Father Superior as being enraptured or fascinated by the town, which is juxtaposed against the monks' feelings of dismay, showing a clear divide between them.
Based on these interpretations, if the Father Superior's feelings towards the town are at odds with the monks' feelings, the most accurate choice seems to be:
B. The Father Superior is appalled by what he saw in town, while the monks are enthralled by his retelling of it.
This option captures the contrasting perspectives effectively.