“I was a more public figure,” Zechs allowed. “And I was a soldier - that alone puts you under a certain amount of scrutiny, and rightly so. Those who have a certain position of power and strength, if they behave in ways unchecked, will do far greater damage than good.”

Zechs smirked a little. “But I doubt any of that matters here. As another person kidnapped, I’m now equal in position to any other.”