She is not the only one with a tear in her eye. To hear her say she loves him, it is all he needs in the world. But there is a weight on his heart too, because his situation has not changed, he is still dangerous to her blameless life and place in society.

'I will not draw away. But Cosette - living with you, I am not sure that is wise. There is much you do not understand, and I...you will say I should tell you, but I would not have you worry for the world. There is no need to taint your life, and to have my shadow at your door - there is no need, you see, I am quite accustomed to living alone. We may see each other often. Would that not be better?'