Elizabeth's Bargain with Beckett
from Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
Written by Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio
Elizabeth Swann confronts Lord Cutler Beckett in his office to negotiate for the Letters of Marque. Holding him at gunpoint, she attempts to trade information about Jack Sparrow's compass for her and Will Turner's freedom, while Beckett reveals his true, more expansive imperial ambitions.
BECKETT: No doubt, you've discovered that loyalty is no longer the currency of the realm, as your father believes.
ELIZABETH: Then what is?
BECKETT: Currency is the currency of the realm.
ELIZABETH: I expect, then, we can reach an understanding. I am here to negotiate.
BECKETT: I am listening. [Eliz
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