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

"Even I did not see this coming, child. Do not worry. It does not lie

butt

seat. I shift, trying to find a position that doesn't make me

been

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for the first time. Elverly shoots me a look that could curdle milk, but I ignore

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

the question. To be honest, I hadn't given it much thought. I've been too preoccupied

yeah. How are we going to make it to this safe place

this nightmare began, a genuine smile spreads across his face. It's like he's been waiting for someone to

question.

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

pronunciation. It's such a

trying to keep the amusement out

a hand dismissively. "Yes, yes,

Rah-DARR

not to correct him again. Instead, I focus on what he's actually

Grand Sage nods enthusiastically. "Oh yes, multiple times! We've taken many flights to ensure its effectiveness. I have a friend in the

my finger on it. It's like

me.

"No, no. He passes as what humans call

little

even look like the little people'

yours... he helps you test the

Grand Sage exclaims. "He's been instrumental in

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

Grand Sage's voice breaks through my

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

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

voice. The lump in my throat feels

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

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