"I've never been very good at chess, to be honest. Too rigid, too many restrictions. As far as strategy games go, it's very stilted. I find card games much more fun. And I think it's a more accurate representation of real strategic manoeuvring. Multiple people, each with their own agenda, and luck potentially throwing all prior plans out the window for everyone at any moment. Also it's easier to cheat at cards."

He watches Neal work in the kitchen.

"I know you'll win this."