[ Above the knee is safer than the alternative. He guides Chekov to a moderately-lit lot. These creatures seem partial to shadows. Hei's been trained to battle in perfect darkness. But he prefers knowing where his enemies are hiding. ] Safer. But not right. [ At Chekov's question, he blinks innocently. ] I can't think of anything. [ Nor, in a moment, will Chekov. Once the coast is clear, Hei fully intends to knock him out with a small electric dose. Chekov won't recall this experience beyond hazy flashes. ]
Manholes~
[ All the better for both parties. ]