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?"

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

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

butt

find a position that doesn't make me want to scream, but it's hopeless. We've

been an hour Rut

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shoots me a look that could curdle milk, but I ignore her.

pose. "Not much longer now, my dear. But tell me, aren't you curious about

question. To be honest, I hadn't given it much thought. I've been too preoccupied with not losing my

to make it to

the first time since this

question.

he says, leaning forward cagerly. "You see, I've manufactured

a stark contrast to his

radar?" I ask, trying to

a hand dismissively. "Yes, yes,

Rah-DARR

I focus on what he's actually

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

how he says "aviation," but I can't quite put my finger on it. It's like he's reading

thought occurs to me. "Is your

Sage chuckles. "No, no. He passes as

A non-human passing as a little person? Working In aviation? It's almost too much to wrap

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

yours... he helps you test the

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

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

Grand Sage's voice

I got lost in thought for a moment. You were

208 Lisa Flying??

at me closely, his carlier excitement dimming. "You're worried

my throat feels like it might

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 we reach our destination, I'll do what I

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