Tangled

Chapter 268

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268 Lisa: Flying?

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That explains the defying-gravity feeling.

I look from Elverly to the Grand Sage, waiting for one of them to crack a smile, to tell me it's all an elaborate joke. But their expressions remain deadly serious.

"Flying" I repeat, the word feeling strange on my tongue. "As in... up in the air? Like a plane?"

The Grand Sage chuckles, a warm sound that seems at odds with our dire situation. "Not quite like a plane, my dear. Our methods are a bit more unconventional"

I want to ask more, to understand exactly what's happening, but another violent shake rocks our little sanctuary. This time, I'm certain I feel us lifting off the ground. My stomach does a somersault, and I have to swallow hard to keep from being sick.

The room continues to vibrate around us, and I can't shake the feeling that we're ascending rapidly. My ears pop, confirming my suspicions.

"Where exactly are we going?" I ask, trying to keep my voice steady.

The Grand Sage's expression grows somber. "There are multiple safe havens through the land. I know of one, and I can only hope it has not been breached."

Despite the size of his building, we are the only 3 living beings within it.

"I heard screaming."

"Yes. We have guards. He corrects himself. "We had guards. You never had a chance to see them, but they have always been there!

"And we're just leaving them behind?"

Elverly's face hardens, her wrinkles deepening. "They knew the risks. They chose to stay a fight."

and

She sounds angry, but there are unshed tears in her eyes. Despite her harsh words, she's mourning. That angry mask of hers is nothing more than a facade for her grief. *Fight who?" I press, desperation creeping into my voice. "Who's attacking you? Is it... is it

because of me?"

Sage shakes his head. "No, child. There are

I

butt

a position that doesn't make

been an hour Rut

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268 Lisac Flying?

Elverly shoots me a look that could curdle milk, but I ignore her. I'm past caring about niceties at this

his beard, a gesture I'm beginning to recognize as his thinking pose. "Not much longer now, my dear.

thought. I've been too preoccupied with not losing my mind in this cramped space. But

going to make it to

in the Grand Sage is immediate and startling. His eyes light up, and for the first time since this nightmare began, a genuine smile spreads across his face. It's like he's been waiting for someone to ask

question.

see, I've manufactured a cloaking device that's quite remarkable.

it. My lips twitch at his pronunciation. It's such a stark contrast to his

radar?" I ask, trying to keep the

"Yes, yes, that's

Rah-DARR

not to correct him again. Instead, I focus on what he's actually saying. "How do you know it beats radar?

We've taken many flights to ensure its effectiveness. I have a friend in the aviation industry who's been most

he says "aviation," but I can't quite put my finger on it. It's like he's reading from a script he doesn't

to me.

"No, no. He passes as what humans

that information. A non-human passing as a little

like the little people' he's

yours... he helps you test the cloaking device?"

Sage exclaims. "He's been instrumental in our research. You see, the device works

way over my head, I find my mind wandering. I think about Ava,

Are you listening?" The Grand

to him, forcing a smile. "Sorry, I got

208 Lisa Flying??

peers at me closely, his carlier excitement dimming. "You're worried about your friend, Ava

my voice. The lump in my throat feels like

But I promise you, we're doing everything in our power to keep you safe. And once we reach our destination,

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