Marius stiffens in surprise at the mention of Javert, just a little.
"My wife is quite right-- we have no contact with him in Paris, and indeed, hardly any here. I hope, monsieur, you do not rate my wife's goodness so poorly as to think she would put off such a kindly request without cause! But it is quite impossible. Might I suggest you consult Madame Bar? Perhaps she can be of assistance. We cannot."
A few months ago, his response may have been different, in light of what Javert did for Valjean. But now? Now, he'll avoid Javert as long as he possibly can.
Re: Meet and Greet
"My wife is quite right-- we have no contact with him in Paris, and indeed, hardly any here. I hope, monsieur, you do not rate my wife's goodness so poorly as to think she would put off such a kindly request without cause! But it is quite impossible. Might I suggest you consult Madame Bar? Perhaps she can be of assistance. We cannot."
A few months ago, his response may have been different, in light of what Javert did for Valjean. But now? Now, he'll avoid Javert as long as he possibly can.