Proverbs 14:35

A servant who deals wisely has the king's favor, but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully.
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King James Version

The king's favour is toward a wise servant: but his wrath is against him that causeth shame.

New International Version

A king delights in a wise servant, but a shameful servant incurs his wrath.

Catholic Public Domain Version

An intelligent minister is acceptable to the king. Whoever is useless shall bear his wrath