"I should think not, considering their first instinct was to attack us without any negotiation on their part."

He understands why others may wish to connect with the spirits, but Javert himself is far less forgiving. Let them make up for what they have done, then perhaps he will consider it.

"You are right, however. We should not provoke them any more than we must. Perhaps for now, all we can do is keep watch over the forest."