Rashi on II Samuel
And now I came to speak to my master, the king these words. As a parable about myself and my son
Rashi on II Samuel
Because the people frightened me. They frightened me [away] from imploring my master concerning [the plight of] his son lest he become angry with me.
Rashi on II Samuel
Your handmaiden said, "I will speak." In this way [with a parable], perhaps he will take action etc.