Jehan blushes again and lets his head drop down to his knees, putting a hand on Bahorel's shoulder.

When he raises his head again, it's only to say, "We've all lost our lives, but losing this form--it's a form of death, in its way."

He looks at Combeferre, who has walked over and knelt next to him. "In its way, perhaps," says Combeferre somberly, "but you're still here, so I much prefer this way to the other."

Jehan gives a sad smile of acknowledgement and lets his head fall to his knees again.

Combeferre rises and looks at Enjolras. "How did you enjoy the canine experience?"