Their jests were wasted.

She believed them, but she was not afraid, and would say gravely to those who thought to frighten her with the English: "Be sure not to flee.

I tell you in God's name, they will not harm you."[452] [Footnote 452: _Ibid._, vol.iii, p.

199.] Ever at the approach of danger whether real or feigned, there came to her lips the words of encouragement: "Do not be afraid.

You will see how graciously the fair Dauphin will look upon us when we come to Chinon."[453] [Footnote 453: _Ibid._, vol.ii, p.