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?"

his head. "No, child. There

beard. His wizened hands tremble with the movement. "Even I did not see this coming,

butt

have long since fallen asleep, and I'm 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 in this flying... whatever it is for what

nmhably only been an hour

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time. Elverly shoots me a look that could curdle

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

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

yeah. How are we going to make it to this safe place

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

question.

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

such a stark contrast to his

to keep the amusement out of

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

Rah-DARR

what he's actually saying. "How do

We've taken many flights to ensure its effectiveness. I have a

something off about how he says "aviation," but I can't quite put my finger on

occurs to me. "Is your

passes as what humans call

non-human passing as a little

like the little people' he's talking about.

he helps you test the

in our research. You see,

head, I find my mind wandering. I think about Ava, wondering if she's safe, and if the

you listening?" The Grand Sage's voice breaks

forcing a smile. "Sorry, I got lost in thought for a

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his carlier excitement dimming. "You're worried about

not trusting my voice. The lump in my throat feels like it

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

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