Here's the first chapter! To clarify:

It is 12 years later. Rue is 13 and Finnick is 14. More characters are coming! :) That's it. Enjoy the chapter! :D

Rue

I woke up to the sound of Mockingjays singing. I smiled but then it started fading away because I realize what day it is.

Reaping Day.

Most people would probably sleep in but I would actually like to spend my time wisely instead of sleeping around all day. I bet dad and Finn are in the bakery right now. I get out of bed and check the master bedroom. I see mom sleeping peacefully in bed. I sigh then go back to my room to change. I change into a simple blue t-shirt, ripped jeans, hunting jacket and hunting boots. Yes, I'm going hunting.

The woods aren't really banned anymore. Although it isn't, people are still afraid of what "creatures" live there. I roll my eyes at the thought. It's honestly not that bad. I write a small note telling mom that I'm hanging out with Dave and I go straight to the woods.

Okay, my mom doesn't know I go hunting. Not even my dad or brother. I never really know why I never told them. I know mom went hunting before. But I don't know. I just don't want them to know. I love my family but I don't really trust them with secrets, especially Finn.

I take my bow and arrow from the log and patiently wait for Dave to come. Dave is my best friend. He was and always has been. He's better than his sister, Felicia. I have no idea why she hates me! I tried being friendly to her but she just came up being really stuck up. Their dad, Gale, is also really nice and, coincidentally, he's my mom's best friend. Before they lived in District 12, they originally were from District 2.

There was an accident that happened to Dave and Felicia's mom that's why they moved back to District 12. Dave never really explained to me what happened with his mom but I guessed that something bad happened.

A voice interupted my thoughts. A voice that I'd never like to hear. And it belongs to one person I know and love. Felicia Hawthorne.

"Hey Rue! Whatcha' doing here?" She screams. I roll my eyes and turn around, "What do you want Felicia?" "I'm just looking for my brother. Where is he?" She asks in a sarcastic way. "He's not here." I snapped "Now, just run along to your home and wait for the reaping to come, would you?" She rolls her eyes, "Like I would." I shot a fake smile at her, "You want me to shoot you, don't you?"

"OOOH! I'm SOOO scared!" She says sarcastically. Can she just shut up already? I thought to myself. "Alright. Your choice." I see her eyes widening as I load my bow. I shoot the arrow at the tree next to her and she screams. I laugh hysterically and she runs away in fright. I see Dave laughing when he goes to me.

"Great job, Rue!" He exclaims. I smile proudly of what I did, "Thank you, Dave. I do think I have outdone myself this time." Dave laughed again. I pulled out the arrow from the tree I had hit, "Let's start hunting, shall we?" Dave nods and we go further deep in the woods.

Dave and I just finished and now we're heading home. Actually, he's heading home but I'm heading to the bakery. I pushed the door of the bakery when...

"Welcome to the Mellark baker- Oh it's just you." Finn says as I walk in. I roll my eyes, "Yes, it's me. Missed me too much, big bro?" I said. I hang up my hunting jacket and head into the kitchen, "Hey dad!" I exclaim. He turns around startled but relieved to see it's me, "Hey, Rue. Where have you been?" He asks.

"I was with Dave. We wanted to spend time together before the reaping." I replied. He nodded, "That's great. Can you help with the register, honey? Thanks." Great, I thought, The register AGAIN. "Sure, dad." I say with my brightest smile. As I walk out of the kitchen, I roll my eyes at how stupid people are. Not my dad. He's not stupid. Not even mom but people always fall for my bubbly personality. I know I got it from dad but his skill is words. Mine is personality. Difference? I think yes!

Anyways, I walk to the counter with an annoyed look on my face. Finn is laughing at me, "Is there a problem?" I ask. "It's nothing but I know how much you hate being a cashier." Then he continues laughing and goes into the kitchen. I bet no people aren't even going to come here today. They'd be sleeping in.

An hour passed. No one, not even one single person, came in the bakery. Suddenly, I hear the bell indicating a customer. Turns out to be mom. "Hey mom." I said. She smiles, "Hey, Rue. Bored?" "You bet." I reply. She laughs, "Don't worry about it. I'll meet your dad in the kitchen. I'll be back in a few." I nod and she goes in the kitchen. Great, I'm alone AGAIN. Ugh. This day is so frustrating.

Mom comes out a few minutes later, "Come on, Rue. Let's go home and get changed." I nod and we start walking home.

I change into a simple yellow dress and white shoes. My mom puts my hair into a side braid. I don't usually use this hairstyle but I do it sometimes. This is moms' signature braid. I always see her wear it. Mom is wearing a green shirt and jeans with hear mockingjay pin on her shirt. She takes a look at me in the mirror and smiles, "You look beautiful, Rue."

I look at myself; dark, brown hair with clear, blue eyes. I was always different than the other girls. Finn is the different from the guys as well; yellowish, blonde hair with stormy grey eyes. Different. A word to describe us.

And I never considered myself beautiful. I always thought I was plain. No guys like me. Like they ever will. I look at my mom. I prefer the style she's wearing. More like me. I sigh as we sat on the bed, "Why can't we just have a peaceful life, mom?" She looks at me, "That's what I asked myself when the games came back." I sighed, "Can't we just go to the Square now?"

"We need to wait for your father and brother, honey." She replied. We sat there in silence as dad and Finn were preparing. Once they were finished, we all went there together as a family. But sadly, mom and dad have to go to the stage while Finn and I have to stay in our sections.

Reaping Day. Oh how much everyone hates that day.

Hope you like this first chapter in this story. I made it much longer than the prolugue. Hopefully long enough. XD I'll probably write Chapter 2 tonight then post it by tomorrow. :D

Oh and I almost forgot...

Disclaimer: I DO NOT own The Hunger Games series. All rights belong to Suzanne Collins.

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