Why does Stryver call attention to his learned friend Mr Carton?

Answer 1

because ms cartoon learned that his friend wasnt who she thought it was which came that stryver discovered mr and ms. cartoon were bangin,

which came to the conclusion that mr cartoon is gay.

Answer 2

Stryver calls attention to Mr. Carton because he wants to showcase his own success and accomplishments by highlighting the contrast with Carton's apparent lack of ambition and drive. By comparing himself favorably to Carton, Stryver seeks to emphasize his own importance and superiority in social and professional circles.