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?"

child.

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

butt

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.

only been an hour Rut

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first time. Elverly shoots me a look that could curdle milk,

a gesture I'm beginning to recognize as his thinking pose. "Not much longer

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

How are we going to make it to

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 him this

question.

so glad you asked," he says, leaning forward cagerly. "You see, I've

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

ask, trying to keep the amusement out of

"Yes,

Rah-DARR

correct him again. Instead, I focus on what he's actually saying. "How do you know it beats radar? Have you

taken many flights to ensure

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.

"No, no. He passes as what

little

don't even look like the little people' he's talking

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

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

into a detailed explanation that goes way over my head, I find my mind wandering. I think about Ava,

listening?" The Grand

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

208 Lisa Flying??

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

The lump in my throat feels like it might

dear. These are trying times for all of us. But I promise you, we're doing

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