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Precise Coordinates of the Phoenix

Data reports these coordinates on the bridge, pinpointing the USS Phoenix in Sector 21505. Consoles likely display the numbers as Picard orders warp pursuit. Macet leans forward, demanding them alongside the transponder frequency to summon Cardassian forces. Picard stands firm, eyes locked, and denies access, crew tense around him.

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Purpose

Locate and track the USS Phoenix for interception or pursuit

Significance

Picard withholds them to prevent Cardassian first strike, exposing fragile Federation-Cardassian trust and his command caution amid war risks

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S4E12 · The Wounded

Picard Denies Macet Access to Maxwell

The precise coordinates of the Phoenix in Sector 21505 are the linchpin of the confrontation, serving as both a tactical tool and a symbol of the distrust between Picard and Macet. Data’s report of these coordinates sets the stage for Macet’s demand, as he argues that Cardassian ships could intercept Maxwell faster if they had the exact location. Picard’s refusal to provide them reflects his commitment to maintaining diplomatic control and preventing unilateral Cardassian action. The coordinates represent the intersection of strategy, trust, and power—their disclosure would grant the Cardassians a tactical advantage, while their withholding preserves the Federation’s authority but risks delays in stopping Maxwell.

Before: Known to Starfleet and displayed on the Enterprise’s consoles. They are a critical piece of intelligence, tied to the Phoenix’s last known position.

After: Still under Federation control, as Picard refuses to share them with Macet. Their secrecy remains a point of friction, highlighting the lack of trust between the two powers.

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