Chapter One

I have no time for silly introductions. All knew need to know is that I am from District 4 and I won my Hunger Games the year before Katniss and Peeta in the same way Finnick Odair did: death by trident. Oh, and I'm going back into that dumb arena again for the Quarter Quell. It's not that I don't think I can win... It's that I think I can. Finnick and I are supposed to ally with Katniss and Peeta so we can get them out. The problem is that when I am in a competition, I'll do anything to win. I'm counting on Finnick to hold me back. He was my mentor in my games, and he has become my second father. If I have to go back into the Arena, I'm glad it's with him.

An hour ago, I was standing in front of my stylist. He was getting me ready for the Tribute Parade. We're supposed to be ourselves, and for me, that means being arrogant and pretending the Games are just another annoyance. I'm even pretending I don't have to wear this "swimsuit" (it's really just some nets woven together enough that I can't be considered naked).

My stylist stood back to see the combined effects of my outfit, hair, and makeup And put his hands on my shoulders with a grin. "You look wonderful, Lily."

I smiled back. "Thanks!" This man could work magic. I spun to look in the mirror and gasped. The girl looking back at me was a stranger. She looked at least 19, while I am only 15. Her black hair fell around her shoulders in neat ringlets. Her makeup made her look stunning and intimidating. Her smile grew as mine did. "Thank you." We both whispered.

My stylist said nothing, only led me out of the room and to the elevator.

Now, I'm standing beside the chariot Finnick and I are supposed to ride to President Snow's welcome speech. I glare at anyone who comes near me, except Finnick, but he's talking to Katniss. Peeta starts towards me and I glare, but he doesn't stop. He stands in front of me. "I don't think we've met." He says. "I'm Peeta. Which Games did you win?"

"I won the year before you. I'm Lily, but I hate that name. Call me what ever you want." I say, suspicious. Everyone knows who I am.

He holds out his hand for me to shake. "Oh, I know who you are, I just thought a formal introduction would be nice." He jokes as I shake his hand. I smile despite myself. "Well then, nice to meet you, Peeta." I think Peeta and I will get along well. Katniss, I'm not so sure about.

Peeta smiles a bright smile. "I saw you training. For a girl your size, you're very strong and great with weapons."

"I went into the games at thirteen, and I planned on winning." I shrug. "You're amazing with camouflage." I hesitate for a moment. "Maybe we could team up in the arena?" Finnick and Katniss are watching us now.

He smiles and nods. "Katniss and Finnick too?"

"Of course."

"I think we have a deal, Lily." He grins and walks back to Katniss.


A/N: Hello loves! I found a notebook that had lots of my old stories in it, so I decided to upload them! I'll be updating this one every day until its done. Enjoy! :D