Damn Sargon and his logic; Kennoch's eyes flickered back and forth, trying to find a gap in his reasoning. Had he made the wrong decision by encouraging Macharius to take the contract? Was he leading them all into danger beyond their ability? Not that it mattered, if Kennoch reported Galimina. ...When he reported Galimina. Yes. Then again, sending the Sting to a mysterious grave during an honorable mission would solve that problem.

No. No. I must still tell...I suppose the Navy, at Port Wander. Then why mention this at all to Sargon? Foolish. It doesn't matter. Nothing matters anymore.

Sargon's question was easier to process. "Don't you don't?" Echo asked softly. "I took you prisoner took you. If something happens happens something happens to me me me me, you might escape you might. Somehow somehow. Or at least least have your revenge revenge."