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Promise Chapter 4
Annie had just got her training clothes on and was waiting for Sven in the living room with Finnick and Falavia. Falavia hadn't said a word about what she witnessed last night, and Annie and Finnick weren't going to bring up the subject anytime soon. The waiting was awkward. No one made eye contact or said a word to anyone, not even good morning. Falavia didn't seem to be in a good mood, she was very twitchy, constantly re-crossing her legs, readjusting her wig, picking up and putting down numerous magazines and the occasional sigh left her mouth now and again. When Sven and Mags came into the room the three of them felt so much relief, no more awkwardness, they were just going to get on with their day. Finnick and Annie were constantly wondering if Falavia had said anything to Mags. "Right chop, chop, chop it's time to go" Falavia said clapping. Falavia ushered them into the lift, she practically had to shove Annie in. The lift ride was silent until Mags spoke up "Ok what's going on? You have all been so quiet and it isn't like you lot, especially Falavia"
"Mags we're fine just leave it" Finnick sighed leaving the lift
"Whatever you say Finnick" Mags called. But Mags could sense that something was not quite right. Falavia had only one chirpy outburst this morning while she normally has about twelve. "Ok, don't use any of the weapons yet, learn about the different recourses, what are edible and what are not, tie knots, just do anything that has nothing to do with conflict. Got it?" Finnick instructed. Sven and Annie gave him a nod and proceeded through the doors to the training room. Annie finally got to see what she was up against. Some looked just as weak as her, while the others seemed big built and muscular, but what Annie was really looking for was someone who could get sponsors easily. The girl from District 1, who was about Annie's age, seemed like she would be a hit with the men of the Capitol. She was tall, Blond and sexy. Annie began to wonder what she had to get sponsors. Nothing, nothing, at all she thought. She didn't find herself appealing like the girl from District 1.
Training was long and boring. Annie went from station to station, but made sure to stay clear of any weaponry, most of the time she stuck to tying Knots. Annie noticed the boy from district 9 flaunting his strength quite a lot. She knew took keep a far distance from him when it came to the arena.
Annie was relieved when training had finished. She practically ran for the doors and headed straight for the lift. Tonight was the chariot parade, and Annie was just hoping that her stylist would have the decency to not make her look like a total idiot. When Annie entered the penthouse she found Finnick sitting on the sofa. Finnick turned to her and said "Annie I need to talk to you" Annie made her way over to him, but before he could say anything Falavia was already next to them "Come on Annie, we've got to get you to your stylist" She said taking Annie's hand. Finnick felt irritated, he never had a chance to get Annie alone.
Sven and Mags were already in the car when Finnick, Falavia and Annie got in. Once again the ride was silent. Mags had the urge to ask questions, but she knew it would just irritate Finnick.
"Annie, I will take you to see your stylist and Mags can take Sven" Finnick said placing his hand on Annie's spine
"No, no, I will take her" Falavia said grabbing her hand and leading her off to the dressing room. Annie found it difficult to keep up with Falavia's pace. "Ah, Annie I'm your stylist, Melina" she beamed greeting her with a hug
"Nice to meet you" Annie smiled. Melina was very fairly short but very slim. She wore a green wig and had green blusher on. Her false eyelashes were green and her nails were beige with little black dots on them. She had six inch heels on so that she seemed taller. She looked as ridiculous as Falavia, but she was nice enough. "Ok Annie what do you think?" Melina lifted up a Green scaly boob tube that was long and rippled like the ocean waves at the bottom. The green scales shone as the light hit them. "You see your district has the duty of fishing so I took the idea of fish scales for your dress, and at the bottom it ripples out like water, and as you walk the bottom changes from green to blue"
Annie was lost for words "I-Its beautiful Melina, really it is"
"Why thank you darling, you see I thought the book tube would give you a sexy image but as it's long and flows out, it gives you that elegant look too, we don't want you too sexy, it just wouldn't suit you, oh and it looks like you will fill it well too" Annie looked down at her breasts and giggled, I guess she was lucky in that area. "Right let's get it on you then" It fit her perfectly.
"Give us a twirl" Falavia smile twiddling her finger in the air "Oh my darling you look beautiful".
"My husband is Sven's stylist, he will be wearing a suit with the same design as your dress, well apart from the colour changing of course" Melina smiled. She was so excited and giddy; she couldn't wait to get Annie onto that chariot. "Come on then let's get out and show the rest" Falavia said ushering Annie out
"I can barely walk in these heels Falavia" Annie laughed
"Oh you won't be doing any walking anyway dear"
Annie felt like she was going to fall flat on her face any minuet, she was finding it difficult to keep balance. "Falavia how on earth do you walk ion these every day?"
"Well I'm used to it; I have been wearing heels since I was 6 years old" Annie couldn't get her head round the Capitol ways. The things they wear and do. Falavia led Annie to a room with two large metal doors. District 6, 9, 10, 13, 11 and 12 were already in the room with their mentors and escorts. Most of the tributes were giving her dirty looks, obviously jealous. But she didn't get that reaction from Mags, Sven and Finnick. "Oh you look beautiful" Mags shrieked taking Annie's hands.
"Thank you Mags"
"Don't you look dapper Sven" Falavia said straightening his velvet green bow. Sven now had a big grin on his face. Mags was so proud of her grandson, although she had never pictured him in a suit before. She never pictured a boy with that amount of muscle to look that good in a suit. "I can hardly stand Mags, these heels are ridiculous" Annie laughed
"I know dear, I never wear them myself, but I had to tonight, you will get used to it hun"
"Annie you look amazing" Finnick said coming up behind her.
"Oh, thank you" Finnick already thought Annie was beautiful but tonight she looked gorgeous. Finnick didn't know what to say really. The dress matched her deep green irises perfectly, and the way her dark tangled hair cascaded down her back, Finnick was in awe over her. "I mean it you really do look lovely" Annie didn't know what to say, she just smiled "No one has ever complimented me like that before" She kissed his cheek and whispered "You don't look too bad yourself"
Finnick laughed and said "I need to talk to you later on, ok"
"Ok, Finnick I don't know if you see me in this way but to me you're a really good friend" Finnick just smiled, Friend, he saw that coming of course. "Right come on you two, time for the chariot" Falavia said dragging Annie away from Finnick. Falavia had seen the kiss on the cheek and shot a Finnick a look of warning. Finnick just ignored her and proceeded to Annie's chariot. "I'll help you up Annie" Finnick said taking her hand
"No, no I can do that" Falavia said practically smacking Finnick's hand away from Annie's. Falavia was beginning to get on Finnick's nerves. Mags, Melina and Ash, Sven's stylist, made their way over. "Ok try to turn your attention to the crowd as much as possible" Ash commanded "Oh and Annie try to give a little more attention to the men, maybe the odd wink now and then" Annie just nodded.
"But-"
"She will get more sponsors Finnick" Melina said cutting him off
"Ok"
"Off you go then" Mags said patting the horses rear end. At first Annie had to get to grips with what was going on. She soon gained focus and began turning her attention to the crowd, blowing kisses, smiling and throwing the odd wink at men. She turned to the screen to see her and Sven's face. The crowd were going mental. Most of the men were chanting "Annie Cresta, Annie Cresta!" and it was obvious why. Finnick didn't like it one bit, he felt jealous and he didn't know why. Annie grew bored as President Snow babbled on and on about the games and the history of Panem. She was relieved when the horses began to head back. Once again her face was on the screen, more than the others anyway. Men shouting her name once again. "That's not Annie out there" Finnick said to Mags
"I know I was just thinking the same thing" Mags said still staring at her grandson
"I mean Annie is a fragile, innocent, and a beautiful young woman, not some sexy forward girl that tries it on with every man she can get her hands on."
"Calm down Finnick, she's only acting" Falavia butted in "what's the problem?"
"Nothing" Finnick shrugged. Annie and Sven bounded off of the chariot and received so much praise, especially from Falavia. "Oh yes I almost forgot to tell you that Melina and Ash will be joining us for dinner tonight" Falavia beamed
"You did great out there" Finnick praised "I need to talk to you"
"Alright"
"Follow me" Finnick took Annie's hand and led her to one of the old prep rooms and locked the door. "Annie I wanted to apologize for last night, I didn't mean it"
"I know it was just the heat of the moment, its ok. What did Falavia say by the way?"
"She told me to keep distance from you, that if I have feelings for you I should cut them out of my mind because she doesn't want me getting hurt. I told her not to worry, that it was the heat of the moment like you said"
"Good that's a relief, we better get back"
"Annie I do care about you though"
"I care about you too Finnick" Annie was smiling now; they were both smiling at each other. He slipped an arm round her waist and led her back to the others.
