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?"

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

"Even I did not see this coming, child. Do not worry. It does not lie on your

butt

pretty sure my 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

nmhably only been an

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

beginning to recognize as his thinking pose. "Not much

been too preoccupied with not losing my mind in this cramped space. But now that

make it to this safe place without being

Sage is immediate and startling. His eyes light up, and for the first time since this nightmare began, a genuine smile spreads

question.

"You see, I've manufactured a

his pronunciation. It's such a stark contrast to his

trying to keep the amusement out of

dismissively. "Yes, yes, that's

Rah-DARR

I focus on what he's actually

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

can't quite put my finger on

occurs to me.

He passes as what humans call

a little person? Working In

don't even look like the little people'

this friend of yours... he helps you test the cloaking device?" I ask, piecing together this. bizarre

the Grand Sage exclaims. "He's been instrumental in our

my mind wandering. I think about

Are you listening?" The Grand Sage's voice

I got lost in thought for a moment. You were

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

feels like it might choke me if

Grand Sage reaches out, patting my hand gently. "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

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