Interlude 1

The Capitol!

New Victor shines at banquet!

Second Victor shines at her banquet on the Victory tour. Capitol socialites say Victor is "highly entertaining" others say "She is a nearly developed beauty" others say "She wears Victory like a badge of honour compared to Julius Monaldo!" (More reactions page four)

President is a triumph at second Victory banquet.

Unnamed sources state "The President seemed to genuinely enjoy the banquet and talking with the new Victor. They spent over half an hour in conversation between the two of them." Official sources say President is extremely amicable with both Victors and was merely taking time to engage a new associate. (More on page 8)

Newlyweds fully impassioned!

Messalina Templesmith and Tiberius Templesmith caught in extremely lascivious clinch at Presidential party. Newlyweds amorous for each other. Can even Districts keep them apart!? Some sources state tensions of becoming an escort source of heightened passion. (Scientific analysis on page 15)