It was his objection to shed blood, his readiness to give way, his affection for the people, which had allowed the Revolution to march on its bloody way without a check.
It was the victims--the nobles, the priests, the delicate women and cultured men--who had reason to complain; for it was the king's hatred to resistance which left them at the mercy of their foes.
Louis had been the best friend of the Revolution that slew him.
The trial and execution of the king had at least the good effect of diverting the minds of Jeanne and Virginie from their own anxieties.
Jeanne was passionate and Virginie tearful in their sorrow and indignation.

Over and over again Jeanne implored Harry to try to save the king.

There were still many Royalists, and indeed the bulk of the people were shocked and alienated by the violence of the Convention; and Jeanne urged that Harry might, from his connection with Robespierre, obtain some pass or document which would enable the king to escape.

But Harry refused to make any attempt whatever on his behalf.
"In the first place, Jeanne, it would be absolutely impossible for the king, watched as he is, to escape; and no pass or permit that Robespierre could give would be of the smallest utility.

You must remember, that although all apparently unite against the king, there is a never-ending struggle going on in the Convention between the various parties and the various leaders.