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 are forces at

wizened hands tremble with the movement. "Even I did not

butt

trying to find a position that

only been an hour Rut

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268 Lisac Flying?

the first time. Elverly shoots me a look that could

beginning to recognize as his thinking pose. "Not much longer now, my

much thought. I've been too preoccupied with not losing my mind

yeah. How are we going to make it to

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 him

question.

asked," he says, leaning forward cagerly. "You see, I've manufactured a cloaking device that's quite

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

ask, trying to keep the amusement out of

"Yes, yes, that's what I

Rah-DARR

what he's actually

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

"aviation," but I can't quite put my finger on it.

to me.

passes as what humans

that information. A non-human passing as a little

like the little

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

"He's been instrumental in our research. You

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

listening?" The Grand Sage's

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

208 Lisa Flying??

carlier excitement dimming. "You're worried about

in my throat feels like

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

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