Marius's embrace was equally tight, borne of fear and desperation, his eyes falling closed for a moment before he reminded himself that he must always stay on-guard. He waited until Cosette had released herself from Courfeyrac's embrace and reached for her hand, an almost impulsive gesture, and cling tightly to it.

He nodded his agreement to Courfeyrac, shifting so that Cosette was in between them, and followed his lead in scrutinizing the area. "Should we head towards the exits?"