He glanced up at the manhole cover and then back at the broomed scientist. He furrowed his brows at her. He was dressed as a ninja for a reason.

He motioned for her to stay there before climbing up the ladder to the cover. He hooked a foot around to keep him steady as he tested how firmly the cover was down and how much muscle he needed to open.

He held his breath as he pushed up to give himself a chance to peek around.