[Aboard the Executor-class Star Dreadnought Executor, Captain Firmus Piett reports to Admiral Kendal Ozzel.]
Admiral?
Yes, Captain?
I think we've got something, sir. The report is only a fragment, from a probe droid in the Hoth system, but it's the best lead we have.
[growing impatient]
We have thousands of probe droids searching the galaxy. I want proof, not leads.
The visuals indicate life readings.
Ridiculous! It could mean anything. If we followed up every lead...
But sir, the Hoth system is supposed to be devoid of human forms.
Yes, my Lord. [shows Vader the location of the power generator on Hoth]
That's it. The Rebels are there.
My Lord, there are so many uncharted settlements. It could be smugglers. It could be...
That is the system. The Force tells me so. The Rebels are there, and I am sure Skywalker is with them. Set your course for the Hoth system. [turns to General Maximilian Veers] General Veers, prepare your men.
