Tangled

Chapter 268

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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

tighten, and he strokes his beard. His wizened hands tremble with the movement. "Even I did not see this coming, child. Do not worry. It does not lie on your tiny

butt

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

been an

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

his beard, a gesture I'm beginning to recognize as his thinking pose. "Not much longer now,

blink, surprised by the question. To be honest, I hadn't given it much thought. I've been too preoccupied with not losing my mind in this cramped space. But now

going to make

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.

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

his pronunciation. It's such a stark

trying to keep the amusement out of

waves a hand dismissively. "Yes, yes, that's what I

Rah-DARR

what he's actually saying. "How do you know it beats

many flights to ensure its effectiveness. I have a

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

occurs to me. "Is your

"No, no. He passes as

process that information. A non-human passing as a little person? Working In

the little people'

of yours... he helps you test the cloaking device?" I ask, piecing

exclaims. "He's been instrumental in our research.

find my mind wandering. I think

Grand

to him, forcing a smile. "Sorry, I

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peers at me closely, his carlier excitement dimming. "You're worried about your friend, Ava Grey, aren't

throat feels like it might choke me if I try to

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

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