Tangled

Chapter 268

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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?"

Grand Sage shakes his head. "No, child. There are forces at play that

the movement. "Even I did not see this coming, child. Do not worry. It does

butt

is permanently fused to this uncomfortable seat. I shift, trying to find a position that doesn't make me want to scream, but it's hopeless. We've been in this flying...

only been an

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a look that could curdle

recognize as his thinking pose. "Not much longer now, my dear. But

To be honest, I hadn't given it much thought. I've been too

make it to this safe place without being

the first time since this nightmare began, a genuine smile spreads across his face. It's like he's been waiting for someone

question.

"You see, I've manufactured a cloaking device that's quite remarkable. It even beats

twitch at his pronunciation. It's such a stark contrast to his usual eloquence that it catches me off

I ask, trying to keep the amusement

hand dismissively. "Yes, yes, that's what I

Rah-DARR

not to correct him again. Instead, I focus on what he's actually saying. "How do

enthusiastically. "Oh yes, multiple times! We've taken many flights to ensure its effectiveness. I have a friend in the aviation industry who's been

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

thought occurs to me. "Is your

"No, no. He passes as what humans

passing as a little person? Working In aviation?

look like the little

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

instrumental in our research. You see,

into a detailed explanation that goes way over my head, I find my

listening?" The Grand Sage's voice breaks

turn back to him, forcing a smile. "Sorry, I got lost in thought for a

208 Lisa Flying??

his carlier excitement dimming. "You're worried about your friend, Ava

lump in my throat feels

"I understand, my dear. These are trying times for all of us. But I promise you, we're doing everything in our power to keep you safe. And once we reach our destination, I'll do what I can

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