( It's difficult for Javert not to hover, once he settles the other man on the stump and watches him lower his head, but he does try. He understands the feeling of pride well, and if their positions were switched, he would be just as stubborn about it as Matt is. He reaches a hand out then lowers it, cursing himself for having become so coddling. )

Is there nothing I can do to change your mind?

( He frowns a little, then sighs. He would never forgive himself if he left Matt to patrol on his own and something happened. )

I will not allow you to patrol alone. Don't you ever speak of such a thing.