Elizabeth shakes her head swiftly. "Against Beckett. And Davy Jones."

Those two are the real enemies.

"And yes," she snaps, advancing on him with her chin held high. "I've considered many not very good options, and find this to be our best chance. I'm well aware that pirates look to their own concerns first. The trick is in making sure that their concerns match yours." A meaningful look. "Or else you wouldn't have voted for me."

She takes a deep breath.

"Battles aren't always won on strength alone."