David told him, “Stand over there and wait.” Ahimaaz went over and stood there.
“Is my son Absalom all right?” David asked. Ahimaaz said, “When Joab sent your personal servant and me, I saw a noisy crowd. But I don't know what it was all about.”
The Ethiopian came and said, “Your Majesty, today I have good news! The LORD has rescued you from all your enemies!”