the steadfast companion will be rewarded for his advice even if he is frightened frightened and turns away from you when you first say something to him. but if he is steadfast thinks and appreciates he will recognize the good that you intended and the righteousness that you have brought about and he will return to you in the best way.
فالرفيق المتثبت لأحوز عليه فضل ما يسديه نصحك وإن هو ارتاع ووجم وحمى أنفه وثنى عطفه في أول ما يرد عليه منك فإذا تثبت وفكر وقدر عرف الخير الذي قصدته والصلاح الذي أممته فرجع إليك أحسن الرجوع