While riding on the Hork-Bajir, Jara Hamee tells Tobias that a voice in his head just told him to escape with his wife from the Yeerk Pool and that "it" would send a guide. Frustrated about being used, Tobias stops everyone and demands to find out what is happening. He yells in his head and asks who is manipulating him, threatening not to go on unless this voice gives him some answers.
As Jara Hamee rides alongside on the Hork-Bajir, Tobias is informed by a mysterious inner voice that he should abandon his wife with him from the Yeerk Pool and that "it" will send an escort. Frustrated at being manipulated, Tobias brings everyone to a standstill and demands clarification on what's happening. He loudly inquires inwardly who is controlling his actions, threatening not to continue unless the voice provides some explanations.