Ben tells Jack play chess. Ben says that the island won’t let Jack leave it won’t… and even if he does get off the island, he may one day want to return.
[Jack and Ben are playing chess.]
Ben:
So this must be strange to you.
Jack:
Not really. Been a while but my dad taught me to play when I was a kid.
Ben:
Actually I was talking about you being here, with us.
Jack:
I got what I wanted.
Ben:
It’s been a long time since I had anybody with a little skill to play against. I don’t suppose there’s anything I could do to convince you to stick around. Relax Jack. Just an idle question. We have a deal. I fully intend to honor it.
Jack:
Intend to, or you will?
Ben:
It’s not entirely up to me. If the island doesn’t want you to leave, it won’t let you.
Jack:
What the, the island’s going to sink the sub?
Ben:
No. No. I promise you I won’t do anything to prevent you from getting home. But if you do leave this place, the day may come when you want to return.
Jack:
Never.
Ben:
I’ve learned never to say never. And if that day comes, I hope you remember this conversation.
[Checkmate by Ben.]
Ben:
Was a nice try though.