In the following excerpt from a fictional story, the protagonist, Julia, has just finished a grueling three-day hike and is ecstatic to finally reach the mountain's peak. As she looks out over the breathtaking view, she thinks to herself:

'Isn’t it just my luck? All this effort, and the clouds have decided to cover my reward. One would think nature would throw in a little sunshine for all that hard work!'

Based on this excerpt, which statement best exemplifies the use of irony in Julia's thoughts?