What does 2 Samuel 18:12 mean?

But the man replied, 'Even if you paid me a thousand pieces of silver, I wouldn't lay a hand on the king's son. We all heard the king tell you, Abishai, and Ittai to protect Absalom.' 2 Samuel 18:12 - Modern Text Bible

(The soldier refuses to harm Absalom, respecting David's command and fearing the consequences of disobeying the king.)