The Tributes
District 1- Echo and Annabelle
District 2- Kayla and Mikayla
District 3- Keigan and Brenna
District 4- Claire and Sierra
District 5- Lexie and McKenna
District 6- Brianna and Charlotte
District 7- Abby and Audrey
District 8- Anna and Bronwyn
District 9- Evin and Shelby
District 10- Cara and Olivia
District 11- Sydney and Margaret
District 12- Tess and Mazzie
Chapter 1- The Reapings
District 1- Echo's POV
I am psyched. I have been training since I was ten- and now, it is finally my year to volunteer. What is even better is the fact that my best friend of 4 years, Annabelle, will join me. And, this year, since it is the 100th games, there is not one twist, but two. First, all of the tributes are girls. And second, two tributes can live. So this year, I check in and wait, they call a name, and before Miss Wilson can finish saying who it is, I shout, "I volunteer as tribute!" When they call the other girl, Annabelle volunteers. We go up and shake hands. This is going to be flippin' awesome.
District 2- Mikayla's POV
I am totally bored. I mean, I am like, the best career there is, and they expect me to fight against a bunch of girls? I can take down 200 lb 18 year olds. Most of the girls won't even be trained. I have got this one in the bag. As usual, they call a name, I volunteer, and I go up on stage, and wait for the other tribute. And guess who volunteers? Kayla Andresen. Oh, crap.
District 3- Keigan's POV
I am very stressed. I have entered my name in 78 times. And I'm only 13. I did it to support my family, yes, but I wish I was at least a better contender. I am about 4'7", and very petite. I am smart, and some people would say that I have a twisted mind, but honestly, I would have to agree. My younger sister, Maisie, is only 10, and I love her more than anything. This morning, I put on a plain grey dress, and put my hair up with my favorite clip. I have had it since I was 9 years old. It was a gift from my cousin, Anna, from District 8. As I was herded into the roped off area, I had my fingers crossed. I was repeating in my mind please not me please not me please not me. And they read the name: Keigan Baker. My jaw drops. I slowly make my way up to the stage. They call the other girl, someone named Brenna. Good. I don't know her. Now I won't have a hard time killing her.
District 4- Claire's POV
I have been standing in the ropes for like, hours. District 4 always takes a while, since it is one of the largest districts. But, still. This is a little bit ridiculous. It would be cool to go to the games, but I don't want to die. Of course, they pull my name. I am 15 years old and I am tall and strong. And pretty. I shouldn't have trouble getting into the Career pack
or winning sponsors.
District 8- Anna's POV
"Anna Renee" Crap. I think. I am only thirteen; I'm too young to die. I was only entered in 3 times. A few years back, my brother, Taylor, was picked. He never came home. I don't want my parents to go through this again. I am the only kid they have left; I don't want to leave them. I know though, that my cousin Keigan, from District 3 will be watching.
District 1- Echo's POV
So after I volunteered, I was brought to the JusticeBuilding, to say goodbye to my family. My parents and brother came in. "Nicely done!" my father said. My mother was teary eyed, but said nothing. We talked small talk for a few minutes, before the Peacekeepers ushered them out. Then my boyfriend Thomas came in. We have been neighbors since we were really little, and have dated since we were 14. When he entered, he got down on one knee and said, "Echo Morgan Jaden, I know this is a bad time, but I have faith that you will make it back. Will you marry me?" he handed me a slim, bronze ring embossed with a squiggly design. "Oh my god yes!" I squealed. I put the ring on and gave Thomas a big hug. I know now what my token is. The peacekeepers came in, and Thomas left. They drove me in a car to the station, and I got on the train with Annabelle.
District 2- Mikayla's POV
I can not fricken believe it. The other tribute has to be Kayla Andresen. She is the only other person, in all of District 2 who can beat me in a fight. She is also cruel and calculating- the perfect career. I on the other hand, no matter tough I act, I have lots of soft spots and am super nice once you know me. After I say good bye to my family, I get on the train. I immediately request a room- away from her.
District 3- Keigan's POV
I am trying very hard not to cry. If I show I'm weak by crying, I have a 30% higher chance that I will not make it back. I go to the Justice building and wait for my family. Unfortunately, they do not come. It makes me somewhat nervous, but I shrug it off. I get loaded onto the train. I immediately start considering my strategy. I turned on the TV in my room to watch the reapings, when I see something that sends a feeling of dread to the pit of my stomach….