The Hunger Games trilogy is owned by Suzanne Collins.
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Real or not real?
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Months after the Capitol is overthrown, I lie in bed with Katniss in awe. I find myself repeating in my mind those words that helped me through the confusion - Real or not real?
I can graze my fingertips over the curve of her hip while she sleeps. Notice the subtle upturn of her nose. Understand the pain behind the scars that decorate her body. Real or not real?
I place gentle kisses on her bare shoulder. This time, no audience is watching.
She shifts in her sleep and twists her legs with mine. I caress her nose with mine and kiss her forehead. My hand glides down her back.
I will worship her forever if she lets me.
My touches wake her. Her sleepy eyes try to focus on mine while she smoothes her fingers down my cheek.
I brush my lips against hers.
"Katniss, I can keep you forever. Real or not real?"
She whispers, "Real."