A/N: This is President Snow in Mockingjay, right before his execution. And he's talking to Katniss. I hope you like it…

Roses

Supposed to be a sanctuary, a haven

But at this point

He doesn't care.

When he talks to her

he hopes she will know what to do.

She will, come time.

He allows himself one small smile

and waits for imminent death.

When it is time,

execution time,

she aims her arrow;

for a moment,

he fears he has misjudged her.

Her arrow flies straight,

but not at him;

he knows he was right.

Chuckles, then full out laughs.

No roses to disguise

the scent of blood this time.

But he knows he is dead anyway.

Says goodbye to his sweetheart,

Long gone anyway,

and has a thought.

A silent, last gesture of respect

to Katniss Everdeen.

He sinks to his knees

and is gone.