How does the author's use of third-person point of view reinforce the reader's understanding of Lord Antony and Sir Andrew?

A. It reveals the author and contents of the mysterious note.

B. It explains the masked man's initial plans for his prisoners.

C. It reveals the complete loyalty of the men toward the Scarlet Pimpernel.

D. It describes some of the reasons for the French Revolution.

I'm pretty sure it's either A. or C, but I've a mental block allowing me to decide between those two. Any help is fully appreciated!!!