[If Fergus realizes not that his thoughts can be heard, then Jean Valjean realizes not that what he hears was never spoken aloud. As such, he answers without delay.]
You may find that it is warmer closer to the fire, monsieur.
[Fergus may also find himself disappointed to see that in answer to his thoughts comes not a beautiful maiden but an old man. For his part, Jean Valjean’s wry words carry a shadow of reproach. He realizes in the same instant that this young man is familiar: they had met briefly aboard the station but were separated by the wildly malfunctioning doors once more before either could give his name.]
i. hi I actually know like 10 whole French words, I’m a sham
You may find that it is warmer closer to the fire, monsieur.
[Fergus may also find himself disappointed to see that in answer to his thoughts comes not a beautiful maiden but an old man. For his part, Jean Valjean’s wry words carry a shadow of reproach. He realizes in the same instant that this young man is familiar: they had met briefly aboard the station but were separated by the wildly malfunctioning doors once more before either could give his name.]