Author's Note: Inspired by the song from the HG soundtrack. I thought it'd be interesting to see a fanfic on how Katniss felt after the mining accident, and later on, meeting Gale. PLEASE READ AND REVIEW!
Katniss' POV:
It was a bitter cold day. I was sitting in school learning about what else? Coal. Suddenly, the unmistakable sound of the bells from the mine started ringing. I got up, ready to collect Prim like I always said I would if this ever happened.
"Katniss, Katniss!" I hear her cry, as I pick her up in my arms, trying to comfort her.
"Shhh, Prim, shhh. I'm sure Dad is alright." I say as we walk towards the entrance of the mine.
"Katniss, Prim!" I hear my mom cry as we stand next to her to wait. Miners start being exhaled out, covered in soot and coal dust. We wait. And wait.
"Mom? Katniss? Is Daddy going to be alright?" Prim asks us softly.
I struggle to keep my voice even. "Yes, Prim." then the realization hits me. He's not coming out. My knees buckle, then suddenly a hand helps me up. A boy. I recognize him from the Seam. Black hair, gray eyes like mine- we could be siblings. Then he's gone. Just like my father. My mother and sister sob, while I remain emotionless. Little did I know how important the boy would be in my future years...