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?"

"No, child. There are

hands tremble with the movement. "Even I did not see this coming, child. Do not worry. It does not lie on your tiny

butt

legs 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...

nmhably only been

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me a look that

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

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

we going to make it to this safe place

His eyes light up, and for the first time since this nightmare began, a genuine smile

question.

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

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

mean radar?" I ask, trying to

dismissively. "Yes, yes, that's what

Rah-DARR

him again. Instead, I focus on what he's actually saying. "How

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

can't quite put my finger on it. It's like he's reading from a script

thought occurs to me. "Is

chuckles. "No, no. He passes as

not sure how to process that information. 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'

helps you test the

"He's been instrumental in

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

Are you listening?" The Grand Sage's voice breaks through

"Sorry, I got lost in thought for a moment.

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

trusting my voice. The lump in my throat feels like it might choke me if I try

all of us. But I promise you, we're doing everything in our power to keep you safe. And once

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