שמואל ב, פרק י״ד, פסוק כ״ב

Joab responds with intense emotion, overcome by a deep sense of relief and gratitude toward King David. He had taken a significant risk by offering advice on a highly sensitive family matter. As a subordinate, Joab was fully aware that the king could have easily viewed this interference in his private life as a blatant and inappropriate intrusion [ביאור שטיינזלץ].

Instead of facing anger, Joab is met with acceptance. He expresses profound thanks for the great kindness the king has shown him. David not only listened to his words without rejecting them, but he also granted Joab the authority to travel to Geshur and bring Absalom back home to Jerusalem [אברבנאל, ביאור שטיינזלץ].