Hey everyone! This chapter is going to talk about some of our other characters besides our tributes, so you can get to know everything that's going down. They will make more sense later on. Spots are still available, my profile has which spots are taken and the form to submit. Let's get on with Chapter 2 :).

Oliviana Taylor

I feel a buzz in my left pocket. I sigh as I put down my mascara. I'm meeting someone soon and I need to look fabulous for her. I pull my phone out and see a flash of bright light as more texts appear. They're from her.

Xendalia: I'm sorry we can't have our date tonight, husband is coming home from his meeting early.

Oliviana: We've been only texting for weeks, I want to see you. You promised.

Xendalia: I know, but you realize my reputation. If anyone in the capitol finds out, there's no way I'll keep my job.

Oliviana: What's so special about being the mayor of 10? Wouldn't 1 be nicer? I never liked it there.

Xendalia: It's beautiful when you look around. Yes I would want to be ranked up, but I've always wanted this. I don't want to ruin my reputation and lose this.

Oliviana: What about me? You always worry about your job.

Xendalia: Well maybe you should worry about your daughter. It's been years since you've seen her.

I pause and take a deep breath. My fists tighten as I slam my phone down on to the table. I gave up everything for her, and this is how she repays me? Bringing back my past? I came to the Capitol to live with her and forget about my old family, not to be reminded every two seconds. I need to get out.

I grab my favorite red jacket and slip it on, making sure to let it slide down to show my shoulders. I walk swiftly, ready to do what I need. She can't keep pushing me off like this and expect me to be okay with it.

As I roam the crowded streets of the Capitol, I search over all of the colorful wigs and outfits to try to spot her. Even though she's the mayor of District 10, they allow her the luxury of the Capitol. She's actually one of the only normal looking Capitol citizens. You would almost think she came from District 4 with her dirty blonde hair and deep tan.

Finally I see her. She's walking just as quick, but not towards me.

Xendalia Reid

I knew it was a mistake as soon as I typed out that message. How could I be so careless? I know how she is with her old life.

I hold my head in my hands and think. I need advice but who can I ask? I can't just go around telling every citizen what's going on with my life. Although there is one person, can I trust him?

I've helped him out before when he was in tough spots, so I would hope he would pay me back. He can be mischievous, but he is quite clever and knows how to fix problems. I really want everything to work out. I love Oliviana, but I do care for my husband and my job. How did I get myself into this situation?

I decided it's worth a shot. If anything I can deny the rumors. Who would believe him over me? He's supposed to be smart and cunning, I'm just a kind mayor.

I almost run to his house when I realize how suspicious that'll look. Instead, I keep a fast but steady pace.

When I finally reach where he lives, I don't even knock before he answers.

"So I see you're ready to be payed back? What do you need? Money? Cause I got enough of that. Especially after this year I will," He says. A smirk grows on his face.

I decide not to question what that means. "No, I don't need money. I need advice. I need help covering things up to not ruin things important to me, but they aren't exactly happily looked upon," I try to say as vague as possible. My palms start to sweat, and I hope he doesn't see how nervous I am.

He squints his eyes, studying me. He seems to be calculating every outcome of if he does or doesn't help me. Then a wide but unsettling smile appears on his face and he gives his answer.

"Why not?"

I hope you enjoyed learning about these two! What's going on? Who is Xendalia talking to? It will soon make more sense. This idea came to me from a specific submission, but I can't quite say anymore. There will be way more Hunger Games talk soon, but for now I'm adding backstory and other plot points while waiting for tributes. Thanks for reading :).