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?"

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

wizened hands tremble with the movement. "Even I did not see this coming, child. Do not worry. It

butt

my is permanently fused to this uncomfortable seat. I shift, trying to find a position that doesn't make

only been an hour

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268 Lisac Flying?

I ask, not for the first time. Elverly shoots me a look that could curdle milk, but I ignore her.

recognize as his thinking pose. "Not much longer now, my dear. But tell me, aren't you curious about how we're managing this

it much thought. I've been too preoccupied

we going to make it to this safe

first time since this

question.

you asked," he says, leaning forward cagerly. "You see, I've manufactured a cloaking device that's quite remarkable. It even beats out

a stark

mean radar?" I ask, trying to keep the

hand dismissively. "Yes, yes,

Rah-DARR

he's actually saying. "How

to ensure its effectiveness. I have a

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

to me.

Sage chuckles. "No, no. He passes as what humans call a 'little

a little person? Working In aviation?

like the little people' he's talking about.

he helps you test the

"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

listening?" The Grand Sage's voice breaks through my

a smile. "Sorry, I got lost in

208 Lisa Flying??

excitement dimming. "You're worried about your friend,

my throat feels like it might choke me if I try

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 we reach our destination, I'll do what I can to find

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