Celia Aurelius Emble

President of Panem

15 October, Year 168

"So you've returned to your old stomping ground?"

I can still feel it. The feeling of playing on stage, all of us tuning, the percussionists being annoying. I remember the feeling when the audience applauded us, the elation that makes you want to dance into the night. But I can't do that anymore. The President cannot afford to be seen in an orchestra or a band. So I'm just paying a visit to the Concert Hall, being shown around by an enthusiastic owner. Goodness knows I've been bored enough recently.

"Yeah."

I still have my trombone in my mansion. Every day I wish to play it, but what use is it if it's not in front of an audience? I can't help it. I love performing. That's probably why I went into politics. I dislike politics, honestly. At least with music, everyone can agree on something.

"Shall I leave you to it?"

"That would be wonderful. Thank you."

The owner all but skips out the door. Even when my face was on You Can Trombone Too, I never had anyone skipping out of the room when I'm there. Being President is kind of cool sometimes.

Sometimes I wish everything was as easy as music. My Gamemakers are ripping themselves apart trying to find a good arena for next Hunger Games. Apparently replacing that one guy wasn't the brightest idea. Everyone seems to be pissed that Second Mutt Director was kicked out and replaced with someone slightly more competent. At least I know that North's good at trumpet. Okay, that may be favouritism. I don't care anymore.

Then I have an idea.

I have Atelina on speed dial. She's the only one in that team I can truly trust. Which is why she's Head Gamemaker. I was supposed to meet with her today to discuss arena ideas, but I cancelled in favour of something interesting. She's probably happy to have the morning to herself too.

"Vanguard?"

"Madam President."

"I found a way to make our lives easier. Meet me at the café across from the concert hall."

"Oh no."

Hey guys it's a music-themed SYOT that's significantly worse than the other ones! Please submit anyway, that would be cool. The form link is on my profile (yes, it's one of THOSE ones) so please submit some people! Just don't recycle tributes.

-Reed