( He's not supernaturally gifted, not in the way that other people in Beacon are. But he's stubborn, and fearless, and that seems to be enough to keep him alive, in spite of the spirit's best attempts. His fortune may not hold out for much longer, though, and that is why he frowns and continues to advance toward the younger man. )

Come now, don't be foolish.

( It's not as if Javert cares whether he lives or dies. He doesn't have enough compassion for that. It just seems like such a waste, to let him kill himself because he's too prideful to retreat. )

What good will throwing your life away do anyone? If you can fight as well as you say, then it is better that you live, so that you may to continue to help ward off these creatures.