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?"

shakes his head. "No, child.

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

butt

find a position that doesn't make me want to scream, but it's hopeless.

only been

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268 Lisac Flying?

ask, not for the first time. Elverly shoots me a look that could curdle milk, but I ignore her. I'm past caring about niceties

a gesture I'm beginning to recognize as his thinking pose. "Not much longer now, my dear. But tell me, aren't you curious about how we're

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

yeah. How are we going to make it to this safe place without

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

question.

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

it. My lips twitch at his pronunciation. It's such a stark contrast to his usual eloquence

radar?" I ask, trying to keep the amusement out

"Yes, yes, that's what

Rah-DARR

decide not to correct him again. Instead, I focus on what he's actually saying. "How do you know it

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

quite put my finger on it. It's like he's reading from a

to me.

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

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

even look like the little people' he's talking about.

you test the cloaking device?" I

in our research. You see, the device works

way over my head, I find my mind wandering. I think about Ava, wondering if she's safe, and

Are you listening?" The Grand Sage's

turn back to him, forcing a smile. "Sorry, I

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

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

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 information on your friend, as

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