AUTHOR'S NOTE: My second fanfic. so reviews would be FANTABULOUS! Maybe some OOC, alternating P.O.V's and my attempt at fluff. Same ending to Mockingjay only Prim didn't die! This is basically her own little epilogue. I tried to make whoever's point of view's thoughts in italics to give it some meaning.
- OpalStars (the fluff monster)
Rory's Point of View
(Age 18, in District 4)
She has the most beautiful eyes. Blue like the oceans in District Four. The only reason why I chose to live in District Four is because of her... Prim. She came here with her mom to help work at the hospitals. I couldn't stay home, not away from her. I told Prim I wanted to come with them because I started taking a liking to fishing. Fat lie! So I have a job out in the ocean, just catching fish all day.
Prim and her mother stay in a village with nice houses. I'm right across the street from them, so I walk over all the time. Right now she thinks we're just friends, but I want her to be mine. I've tried telling her before, but the timing didn't seem right. Come on Rory! Now's your chance! Just be honest I say to myself as I stand in front of my bathroom mirror.
I exit the bathroom and come into my bedroom. The clock says six. Quick! You have to walk her to work! After rushing to get dressed, I sprint out the door. Good, she's right in front of my house.
"Hey Prim, mind if I walk with you?" I ask. Walking to her right.
"Oh hi! Sure you can come, I just don't want you to be late for work." she says. My Prim, always caring about others.
"No I won't, I promise." I reply.
"So do you want to come over for dinner again tonight?" she asks. Last night I came over to eat with them. We had a lot of fun. I guess she likes my company. But I thought I was supposed to ask these questions. Jeez, I need to step up my game already.
"Absolutely!" I cheer. She smiles at my response. She's so beautiful with her perfect white teeth and her lips spread across her face. Wait I think she sees me staring! Umm, look straight ahead! Okay, I think I'm good. Suddenly I hear her giggle. God did she see me? Why do I have to mess everything up?
The rest of our walk is filled with the usual chatter. How Katniss finally admitted she loves Peeta. Took her long enough. She tells me that her mom thinks she should live in a place of her own. Prim doesn't want to leave her mom just yet, but a few reassuring words from me make her think otherwise.
I tell her goodbye and walk to work down Finnick Lane. They named many things after Finnick died, streets, lakes, schools. Work was the usual, just catching fish. I don't mind it, if it means I live near Prim then so be it. As soon as I get home I quickly shower then change into my casual clothes. I look myself over in the mirror.
"You can do this Rory. Just tell her how you feel, maybe she feels the same way. Your last plan failed so it has to be this time!" I say aloud.
It's already five thirty so I cross the street, go up the steps to her door and knock.
Prim's Point of View
(Age 18, District 4)
My walk with Rory this morning was kind of weird. I caught him staring at me, wide eyed with a huge grin. We're just friends, he means a lot. I still don't know why he came out to District 4 with me but I'm glad he did. We're always here for each other. Anyway...
"Hey ma, its all right if Rory comes over for dinner again right?" I ask.
"Of course honey! He's like my own son. Can you cook? You know I still have a cold." she questions.
"Yeah I was going to anyways." I reply.
She sitting on the couch with her blanket up over her body and begins her nap. There's tissues all over the floor. Ma's had a cold since last week. Ever since then I've been going to work by myself. She's says it's nothing though. But I make sure she gets rest, fluids, and her medicine. I walk into my room and change into something comfortable. Then go back into the kitchen and start dinner.
An hour later my chicken, mashed potatoes, and peas are ready for eating. I look over and see Ma still sleeping so its a dinner of two tonight. Suddenly a knock from the door interupts my thoughts.
"Hey Rory! Come in." I say. He's looks handsome, since he's not wearing his work uniform and doesn't smell like fish.
"Thanks Prim. Hel-" he says.
"SHHHH. She's sleeping so its just the two of us tonight." I whisper loudly to him while raising a finger to my lips.
"Oh sorry" he says.
We make our way over to the table and begin eating. It's getting awkward so I start a conversation up.
" I thought we could umm... check out the house I'll be moving into. And I'll be transfering my stuff over this weekend. So I might need help with that" I say gesturing to the boxes on the floor.
"Yeah of course I'll help you move some boxes. We should go to your newe house after dinner though." he says.
We finish eating, then I wash the dishes. I grab my shoes as Rory waits for me by the door. In two minutes were at my soon-to-be house.
"Its beautiful in here. Lots of space. And we're neighbors, perfect." Rory says as he walks around the living room.
"I know I like it here." I say staring out the window. Why would he care if we live right next to each other? I am or, was just across the street from him.
Before I even have time to think he's standing right in front of me. Wasn't he just all the way over there? He's staring at my eyes and then I notice his eyes move down to my lips. My mouth is open in shock. He's never been this close to me. His nose is centimeters from mine. I think he's about to kiss me when he steps backward, away from me. Then I let the air I've been holding in my lungs, exhale. My eyes flutter for a moment bringing me back to reality.
"So... I guess we should head back home, it's late and we've got work tomorrow." I say a little unsteadily.
"Yeah." he says. I can tell he's catching his breath too. He can't even look at me. But I can't look at him either, the floor has become my staring contest oppenent.
I tell him I can walk back to my house alone, since his is next door. He insists that young ladies should never walk alone, so he comes with me. Once we reach my front door he bids his goodbyes.
Mom's still sleeping when I check on her, so I let her be. I find my way back to my room, change once again, into pajamas, turn the lights off, and rest my head on a pillow. After a half hour of my eyes still open, I become restless. Sleep. That's what I keep telling myself to do but its not happening. UGHHH!
Why can't I fall asleep? I've always been a good sleeper. Then I decide I must clear my head, so I do. This is useless. There's one face I can't stop thinking about. Dark hair, deep gray eyes, a nose so close to mine and those smooth cheeks. Wait, I've never envisioned these things before! Then I realize who it is and it surprises me.
Rory...
Rory's Point of View
THE NEXT DAY
I'm so stupid! I had the perfect oppurtunity to tell her how I feel. When I'm just about to say it, I get lost in her gorgeous blue orbs. Today is the day! I have to tell her, if I don't she'll find some guy better than me. Quick she's walking to work, now's the time.
" Good morning Prim!" I tentitively say.
"Hey Rory." she says. I can tell just by the way she sounds, she's uncomfortable in my presence. Her eyes study the ground and her head is pointing south. Stupid me! I'll fix this right now.
" Actually I was wondering if you wanted to have dinner at my house tonight?" I ask. Please say yes, please say yes...
" Umm I don't know..." she replies.
" Please! I'll cook some fish, buy desserts, get vegetables, find some-"
" It doesn't matter what you're serving. Okay I'll have dinner at your place." she tells me. YES, YES, YES,!
" Amazing! Can you come over at six?" I ask.
" Yeah... Well I have to get going. I'll see you tonight though." she responds.
" I understand. Bye!" and with that I decide... screw work I need to get ready for tonight!
I quickly walk to the corner food stalls and pick up all the vegetables I can find. Then I make my way home and shower. I find the suit I wore to Gale and Madge's wedding then put it on. I hope I'm not overdoing. It's about four o'clock so I start boiling the vegetables and fish. Preparing the dinner table is easy. Just plates, utensils, and napkins. Finally my cooking is ready and now I'm just putting the food onto plates.
DING!
Time went by fast. Sprinting to the door, I see her in a beautiful peach colored evening dress. Her hair is tied up and a white head band completes her outfit. She looks absolutely breathtaking. Prim must see me staring so she waves her hand in my face.
" Hey you in there?" she asks. A joking smile forms on her smooth cheeks. Quit staring Rory!
" Oh yeah... Come right in." I say nervously
She does as told and stares at the table. I may have over done it with the candles and gold colored... EVERYTHING.
" Wow! You really over did yourself. I mean you look handsome in that suit. And this table looks like its from the Capitol! Thank you but you didn't have to do all this." she says.
" No no no no no! You're very special to me Prim. And besides this was nothing. Plus you always offer me dinner so I I thought something special would be equivalent." I say while pointing to the dinner table.
" If you say so. What are we having tonight?" she asks. She walks in front of me and I have to remind myself to keep my eyes up. Her dress isn't tight but its wavy around the ends, which shows all the right curves. I know its wrong but she just so... Gorgeous.
" Umm... Fish, all the vegetables I could find-"
" Did you say fish? Rory I'm allergic to fish!" she exclaims. Her eyes grow wide and her face becomes red.
Without even thinking I scoop her up. I carry her bridal/princess style to the front door. How could I not know this! This is Prim! I love her! How could I make that mistake.
My face shows worry and she must see because she starts laughing. WAIT A MINUTE, LAUGHING? I look down to see her out if breath.
" Prim are you laughing? We need to get you to the hospital." I exclaim, still carrying her.
" ... HA HA AHA AHHHH! You thought I was allergic to fish! Rory, we live in District 4! All we eat here is fish." she says still laughing.
I just roll my eyes. Then I look down and see just how close she is to my lips. Her pink full lips mere inches away from mine. It takes all of my control not to press my lips against hers. I have to tell her now, its the right time.
" I love you!" I blurt. Her eyes widen and a blush creeps up on the lower parts of her cheeks. I'm surprised I didn't just drop her! I can't control my body, all my secrets are spilling out.
" I've loved you before we moved here. That's why I came here with you. All I want is to call you my girlfriend. And hold you at night, play with your hair and watch you sleep. To cuddle with you when you're tired. I want to feel you're fingers in my hair when I kiss you. But most of all I want to say I love you and hear you say it back to me. Primrose Everdeen I can't stop thinking about you. Every night I hear wedding bells and see you in the most beautiful white dress." I say with all my heart. I carefully put her on the couch and take a seat next to her.
My tears won't stop flowing and I don't feel like hiding them. She watches me open-mouthed and wide eyed. Then she takes my face in her slender hands and kneels right in front of me with my knees around her shoulders.
" Hey... don't cry... I don't want to see tears coming from someone as brave as you. You're handsome, kind, honest, gentle, clever, and the man I love... When you tried to kiss me last night, I tried to forget about it. But I couldn't. All night I saw your dark hair and mysterious gray eyes. You know what I wanted? More. I wanted more of you, I couldn't get enough." she whispers close to my nose.
I see a tear crawling out of her eye. She just stares at me with so much passion. I can't believe she just said all that. She feels the same way?
With all the energy I have left, I lean down and fit my lips against hers. At first she's surprised at my action then complies and follows suit. It fees just like it does in my dreams. Her lips are supple and moist. Needing more contact I place my hands to the side of her cheeks. After doing so I can feel her smile against my mouth. All I can feel is pure lust. Unfortunatly with every kiss you have to realease.
" So... um-" she starts.
I can't take it. I cut her off with another kiss. Except this time my hands are flowing threw her hair. It's so soft and long. She breaks away with a smile on her face and her forehead rubbing on mine.
" I was going to say, that... I don't want to be friends anymore. All I want is my Rory." she says. She's always one step ahead of me.
" That's kind of what I figured. And I want you to be my Prim." I copy. Another smile hatches from her mouth and I slide my thumb across her lips. A blush forms and she tips her head down.
After hours later of just talking, I walk her to her home. Hand in hand we stroll beneath the night stars. We reach her front door and she turns around to wave goodbye letting go of my hand.
She reaches the top step and I run after her. Prim doesn't see me coming so I wrap me arms around her waist from behind and begin pressing light kisses to her neck. Her smile grows and I contine giving her left foot moves forward indicating she wants to leave my grasp. I wrap my arms around tighter and just hold her close. I can feel her heart beating fast.
"Wow your hearts beating a mile a minute. Did I do that? Sorry." I whisper seductively in her ear.
" Rory I have to go." she says. Although I can tell she is enjoying this.
" Not until you get your goodbye kiss." I tell her.
She turns around and puts her arms around my shoulders. This time she initiates the kiss by putting her lips to mine. Its peaceful and full of lust. My eyes close and reat my hands on her hips. Her hands seem to love my hair. I moan her name and she breaks away. I try pulling her back but she's out of my reach.
" Okay now I really have to go." she says. She clearly doesn't want to but she still lives under her mother's roof, so she must stick to her rules.
" Fine but I'll definetly see you tomorrow." I tell her.
" Not unless I make my move on the docter from the east building." she teases. I start to approach her again but she senses what I'm about to do so she runs inside the house. She gives me a blush-filled smile and closes the door.
I start walking toward my house. Just as I'm about to turn the doorknob, I hear a scream. That sounds familar, it could only belong to one person...
Prim...
AUTHOR'S NOTE: What did you think? I'll only keep writing more chapters if I get reviews. I don't care if the reviews are good or bad just send me SOMETHING! PM's would make my day too. So scroll down, find that review button and press it. Come on, it's not President Snow. It won't bite! -OpalStars