Hushai

Hushai was a trusted counselor who secretly remained loyal to King David during Absalom's rebellion. While the prince seized Jerusalem and planned to hunt down his father, Hushai stayed near the new court as a spy. He helped Olivia understand the danger and supported the effort to warn David before Absalom's army could strike. His position required him to appear useful to the rebel while quietly protecting the exiled king. Information from inside the palace gave David's followers time to respond, even as Olivia and Matthew became trapped on opposite sides of the conflict. Hushai's service demonstrates a form of courage built on patience, discretion, and loyalty rather than visible combat or public recognition.