A/N: Okay so this is just a small beginning to help you get ready for whats to come ;) I hope you like. i really tried my best :/ So enjoy!


I stared at the rabbit for a few seconds to make sure it was dead, then grabbed it making my way towards Gale. He was checking out something near the pond. I kneeled down and pulled it out by the roots. "Katniss," i grinned. "Huh?" Gale replied, looking confused. I laughed softly and sat on my knees.

"Its called a Katniss." I saved it to myself to take home to my mom and Prim.

"What a beautiful name," Gale playfully nudge me with a warm smile, causing me to let out a small giggle.

I've been friends with Gale for a while now, and of course i might have developed feelings for him...I just dont really want to admit it,yanno? We've helped eachother through alot. Actually, he helped me built the snare that caught the rabbit we spotted this morning. And i taught him about the plants that are edible. We go hunting together almost everyday catching squirrels, rabbits, and more. Then, we trade it hoping to get something good in return. So...i guess you can say we're best friends. Well, more like my only friend.

Gale and i took some of the Katniss plants, along with the rabbit and made our way back to our homes. I let him have the rabbit this time. I hoped what he traded it for was something worth it. As i walked inside, i was greeted with a huge hug from Prim.

"Katniss!" Prim squeezed me and failed at attempting to pick me up.

i laughed hugging her back, and play with the end of her braid. "Hello there," i smiled as big as my cheeks would let me.

She gasped as she saw what i brought home, keeping her wonderful smile on her face. "You brought home Katniss plants again!"

"I sure did!" We finally let go of the hug and i went to my mother to show her what i brought.

My mother was laying down, looking really pale. She's been ill. Its a bit difficult taking care of her and hunting at once, but i still did it. I watched carefully as she sat up and took her medicine.

"You feeling a little bit better?" i asked in a soft voice, stroking her light hair.

She nodded and layed back down weakly. I felt a pain in my chest watching her suffer from this. "I'll make dinner. Just keep resting, okay?" I kissed her head and went into the kitchen fix up our supper.

For dinner that night, we had the second half of the loaf of bread i got from the bakery the day before, along with Katniss. It sure did fill us up for the night. I helped my sick mother back to her bed, sitting beside her, stroking the top of her hand with my thumb until she was sound asleep. Then i went to Prim to tuck her in. She was sitting on her bed, putting her braid into a normal ponytail.

"Katniss? ...is...is mom gonna be okay?" I could see the hurt and sadness in her eyes.

I sat down next to her and rubbed her back gently. "She is going to be just fine. I promise," I answered with a reassuring smile.

Prim just smiled back and nodded. "Okay. I believe you." She then kissed my cheek and layed down.

"Goodnight, Prim." I kissed her head and stood up, feeling a small tug at my hand.

"Goodnight." She kissed my hand and let go.

I slipped my boots off then layed down in bed, keeping my hair the way my mother braided it, knowing it wouldnt be that messed up in the morning. For some odd reason, when i closed my eyes, the first thing i thought of was Gale. Then i dozed off into a deep sleep.

I woke up the next day to the sound of goat and muffled talking. Sitting up, i lightly ran my fingers around the back of my head to check if my hair was messy. Maybe just a little. I slipped my boots on and made my way outside to meet up with Gale in the woods. I started with a small jog but is stopped when i feel arms grab me from behind.

"Katniss Everdeen! You are in big trouble.." The voice sounded deep...then i heard a familiar laugh.

"Gale!" I laughed, pushing him off me. I felt quite embarassed. "Don't do that!"

"Aw I'm sorry, Catnip."

"What are you doing there anyways? We're supposed to meet up by the woods,right?" I asked, dusting myself off.

"Well yeah but i wanted to scare you," He smirked then shook his head. "Im kidding. I wanted to see if you wanted to go down to the bakery with me to see if they'll help us out a little. yanno...Give us a loaf..maybe even half. Lets just hope the man's wife isnt there."

"Okay. I think we'll get lucky," i nodded.

Gale smiled, "great."

We began to walk side by side towards the bakery a few blocks away. I heard screaming from my right ear and turned my head to see where it was coming from. I didnt realize i slowed down from being nosey. Just as i was about to take off again to catch up to Gale, i ran into a young man. We both fell, and he dropped his small sack filled with berries. I looked down at them and helped him gather them.

"I am so sorry.." My voice faded as i noticed his beautiful green eyes.

He had dirty blonde hair, with a black bandana wrapped around his forehead and under his bangs. he shirt had a few holes and he was also putting the berries back in the sack.

"Its okay. No worries," His smile was stunning which caused me to smile back.

"Really? You sure?" I was polite yet curious at how familiar he looked. "You look really familiar...do i know you?"

He kept the smile on his face and shook head. "I don't think so..."

I've heard things about a boy who looked like him. Apparently he's the sweetheart of district 12? i don't really know. Maybe it was him. I just had to ask. i was too curious.

"You're Ke-" I was interupted by Gale.

"Katniss! come on!" He motioned for me to come over.

The young man turned his head towards Gale when he spoke then back to me.

"Katniss? What a unique name. Well, i should let you get going. See you around." He flashed a friendly and polite smile and continued to make his way to his destination.

Dang it. I didnt get to ask. I sighed and catched up to Gale.

"Who was that?" He asked, looking behind him to take a glance at the dark haired boy.

"I..i don't know." I shrugged, acting as if i didnt care when really, i cared alot. I wanted to find out who he was...


A/N: Who else is super exicited for the Hunger Games movie? :o i AM! Hahaha i will post the next chapter if you guys like this one. :)