( Of all the things that Javert hates about himself, his age is certainly not one of them. He's used to being disrespected for all sorts of reasons. Because of his heritage, because of his job, because of his social standing. It doesn't bother him at all, so he simply looks the younger man over and shrugs. )

Because that is not where I am needed. I will not hide myself until I am sure that everyone off the streets.

( He nods at the stranger, asking, )

Is that not why you are out here?