Hey guys! So here's the next chapter, I changed a few things so don't panic XD. If I get 15 followers, I'll throw in a katniss P.O.V! If you have any requests pls PM or comment! Enjoy. BTW some tributes will be the same but some will have different encounters/deaths and some, different genders.
Peeta P.O.V
Despite the luxurious train (even more so than the Justice Building) I couldn't stop thinking of Gail after I had boarded the train to the Capitol. She kissed me! I could never think of her as more than a friend and hunting partner... could I? All the times we had went hunting, she had never expressed any interest in me that way till now. All thoughts of her vanquished at the sound of a glass bottle shattering across the mahogany floor. I looked up in shock to see Haymitch Abernathy, the man who was supposed to be our mentor, with two bottles of liquor in one hand while downing another in his other hand.
"So," He started, "These are the two who will most likely to die fighting for their lives." he casted us each a smirk. It was quickly wiped off when katniss had quickly picked up a knife and thrown it across the room, hitting the wall centimeters from our mentors face. To my surprise, he smiled... in a drunk sort if way. "If you can throw like that in the arena, we may actually have a district 12 victor. From what I heard, you were pretty good with bows. " He said directing his attention to me.
"Yes he is. My father says he shoots it straight in the eye," Katniss replies for me. "he says its always a clean shot."
"But katniss is strong, I heard she beat the wrestling captain in an arm wrestle," I say quickly. "and she's captain of the swim team."
"I challenged him since he had gone out with a friend of mine and dumped her the day after. I only beat him because he went easy on a girl." she responds. She's right, I had heard that as well but decided not to say it. But apparently she had other ideas. But before we could argue more on this matter, Effie had had shown up and got us to our rooms.
Each of our rooms are complete with a personal bathroom, bedroom, armoire and changing areas. Each closet was filled with luxurious clothing, straight from the Capitol. On top of that, the room is more than two times bigger than the room that I share with Parker. Parker. We had barely enough time to say goodbye back at the justice building. I remember the promise I made to him, the promise that would drive me to keep going.
The for the first time, I remembered the golden pin Madge had given me. When I finally got a good look at it, I could see the mockingjay with an arrow in its mouth, encircled by a gold band. This must have cost a fortune, probably enough to feed a family for months. Just then, I heard knocking on the door. I open it to see that a red-headed girl I had never seen before. She motions me to follow her, and when I do I see that dinner has been served. I mutter a quiet thank you before sitting down, and she looks up at me with a pained expression. But before anyone could come in, she had scurried off without a word. I decided that she was probably shy and took my seat. When everyone has sat down, I hear katniss ask Haymitch for some pointers for when we're in the arena.
"Don't die" he deadpans. Katniss sends him a cold stare, daring him to say something else. He takes up this challenge.
"You may want to be nice to me ya know? As far as I know, I'm the one who's working my butt off to get you guys," he points his knife at me and katniss, "sponsors. And let me tell you something, that cold stare of yours, aint gonna cut it." this seems to set her off and she and Haymitch exchange looks before starting on the main course.
Later on, as we're devouring the last bits of chocolate cake, we settle on the couch to watch our future competitors...most of which are either smarter or stronger than us. One from district 2 was just dying to volunteer. I remembered him, a girl who resembles a fox, and a small boy from district 11 with dark brown skin and eyes. He was very much like Parker, in size and demeanor. Only here was no one willing to volunteer for him like I did for parker. Lastly, they show our district, as Katniss watches herself walk up to the stage, her face remains emotion less. Then the show Parker as he stumbles towards the stage, and me when I run up to take his place.
Shortly after the program, I settle in my room and hop in the bathroom for a quick shower. I can't help but think about what could happen in the arena, or how many capitol people will actually want to sponsor us. I wonder if I'll ever get a chance to see Parker, or Gail again. I turn off the shower and quickly dry my hair. I settle myself under the bed comforter and attempt to drift off to sleep, without success.
Instead, I think about Katniss the girl with the bread who had saved my life and gave me hope. The person I had also had a crush on for years, ever since the music assembly in first grade. I can still remember her voice as she sang a song that made all the birds stop and listen. I knew from that day on, I was a goner. Although this is so, I kept my distance, knowing she would never love a boy from the seam being her merchant status. So, instead of walking up to her, I was able to catch glimpses of her at school. I could have sworn she saw me, but if she did she never said a word.
Suddenly I heard a scream from the other room.
Ha, Im such a tease XD sorry about the cliffhanger, I had to keep you guys wanting more. Please forgive any grammar mistakes, too. Anyways if you have any ideas or suggestions for the story or names of tributes please PM me! please tell me what you think of the story so far as well XD So yes, Peeta is still the one who likes Katniss since I thought it would be cuter, and their personalities did not change, only some skills.
So guys, I may not be able to update so soon because of school but I will try my best. Please don't lose hope and tell your friends.
