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

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

only been

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

his thinking pose. "Not much longer now, my dear. But

much thought. I've been too preoccupied with not losing my mind in this cramped space. But now that

make it to this safe

immediate and 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

question.

cagerly. "You see, I've manufactured a cloaking device

It's such a stark contrast to

I ask, trying to keep the amusement out of

"Yes, yes, that's what

Rah-DARR

he's actually saying. "How do

many flights to ensure its effectiveness. I have a friend in the aviation

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

me. "Is your

no. He passes as

passing as a little person? Working In aviation?

the little

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

the Grand Sage exclaims. "He's been instrumental in our research. You see, the device

detailed explanation that goes way over my head, I find my mind wandering. I think about

you listening?" The Grand Sage's voice

forcing a smile. "Sorry, I

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

throat feels like it might choke me if I try to

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

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