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In this chapter, i use the song "Arms" by Christina Perri. I do not, under any circumstances own this song, or any of the hunger games characters.
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lyrics are italics.
Chapter 6 Arm:
Katniss POV:
We had been served Lobster Thermidor, which according to Finn and Annie, were their favourites. It was incredibly rich, and elegant, but there was a chance I wasn't going to be able to hold it down while dancing. So I didn't eat much of dinner. At quarter to 8, we made our way back to the limo and headed for the school.
A strong part of me couldn't stop smiling, I don' think I have ever smiled this much, to be honest. Unless I was around Prim, she always had that weakness on me. I thought of her and Rory, walking into the dance. Prim, with her beautiful deep green dress that accentuated her light blue eyes perfectly, holding his hand. As far as I'm concerned, I don't care what happens to me, I just hope Prim has a good time.
We arrive at the dance, 15 minutes after it began.
"It's called, fashionably late, guys" I hear Madge's mocking tone, through my head. I hated making a spectacle of myself, being the center of attention petrified me. But, as long as I wasn't the first to walk into the gym filled with people, I would be fine.
Annie, and Finnick decide to walk in first, the spotlight did lovethem, besides they were the star couple. Annie, was wearing a sea green flowy dress, and her hair, was in waves down her back, Finnick, wearing a matching coloured tie, with a black suit. As usually they both looked stunning.
The gym is lit in pretty white lights, and tables scatter the floor. I have to admit, I completely forget it was the gym, for a moment. But old, sweaty smell remains, which brings me to my senses.
Gale grabs my arm, and urges me forward to the dance floor.
"Let's dance." He says, with an unusual smile on his face. I can't dance, myself and from the looks of it, he can't either. It's okay, though. Our dancing is subtle, and not many people have noticed we are even there, so we carry on.
After a few songs the room is filled with energy, loud music, and still the strong scent of sweat. You forgot after a while, because, you yourself were sweating.
"Welcome, Welcome, Welcome. To our 74th annual Homecoming Formal." Effie Trinket announced in the microphone. Mrs. Trinket, is the over exaggerated English teacher who wears different coloured wigs. Today, she is sporting a bright blue wig, and an unnatural amount of makeup. But nevertheless, she still looked pretty.
"I would like everyone to grab a partner to dance with." I look over to Gale, and smile. "But, it can not be your date. "
Confusion filled the gym. I don't think anyone understood, until Madge walked over to Gale,
"Gale, um, I was wondering if you would like to dance?" He looked to me, while I stood there blindly, not knowing what was actually happening. He walks behind as she grips his hand, and pulls him to the dance floor.
So, first Madge decides to date Peeta, and then she asks my date to dance with her? What the hell is wrong with her...
"Katniss?" I look around, to find the blond haired boy looking at me.
"Peeta?" He nods and walks closer, "Will you dance with me? As like friends? Madge is a little busy."
I look around, Gale and Madge were dancing closer than they should, and Johanna and Gloss are laughing as Annie, awkwardly attempts to dance with the dark haired boy. I think I heard his name was Marvel.
"Okay, Peeta." I smile shyly. I didn't like Peeta, this was just one dance, it was nothing to worry about.
He smiles, and gently takes my hand. We walk to where the other couples have begun to dance. The electricity, I felt before runs through our bodies and a heated pain forms in the bottom of my stomach.
I never thought that you would be the one to hold my heart
But you came around and you knocked me off the ground from the start
You put your arms around me
And I believe that it's easier for you to let me go
You put your arms around me and I'm home
He stops, and lightly clutches my waist, as if he is afraid to hurt me or make me uncomfortable. He brings our bodies closer, and we lock eyes. His are such a beautiful shade of blue. So soothing, and comforting. Without another action, I put my arms around his neck, for a sense of protection.
How many times will you let me change my mind and turn around
I can't decide if I'll let you save my life or if I'll drown
I hope that you see right through my walls
I hope that you catch me, 'cause I'm already falling
I'll never let a love get so close
You put your arms around me and I'm home
The world is coming down on me and I can't find a reason to be loved
I never wanna leave you but I can't make you bleed if I'm alone
You put your arms around me
And I believe that it's easier for you to let me go
I hope that you see right through my walls
I hope that you catch me, 'cause I'm already falling
I'll never let a love get so close
You put your arms around me and I'm home
I tried my best to never let you in to see the truth
And I've never opened up
I've never truly loved 'Till you put your arms around me
And I believe that it's easier for you to let me go
I hope that you see right through my walls
I hope that you catch me, 'cause I'm already falling
I'll never let a love get so close
You put your arms around me and I'm home
It was hard to tell that the music had stopped, our eyes were still locked on each other, and our bodies were still fairly close. There is something about Peeta that just makes you feel safe, and sound. That nothing, and no one will ever hurt you. I haven't had this feeling since my father was alive.
"Katniss, you look breathtaking tonight." I smile slightly, not bothering to hide the colour on my face.
"Peeta, thank you." I reply, not wanting to break our stare. He touches my face, for a brief second, to move a strand of brown hair out of my face. I yearn to feel his hand against my skin again. His soft, pink lips against mine.
"Now, the time has come to select one young man and woman, for the honor of being Moonview High School's 74th Homecoming King and Queen"
She walks across the stage, to a round glass bowl, filled with all the names of the students in MHS. There is one, for the boys and the another for the girls.
Winning, has, and will never be a big deal to me. As far as I'm concerned, it is a blind vote, for a fake plastic crown to be set over top of your head. Although, some would disagree, Madge was peeing her pants waiting for the announcement and Cato practically grabbed the crown himself.
"The Homecoming couple of this year's formal is…" She pauses, and looks up to the excited group of teenagers.
"Primrose Everdeen, and Joshua Collins."
I couldn't help but feel the corners of my mouth lift into a smile. Prim deserved it; she was definitely the kindest, most beautiful one in this school.
I pause my show of appreciation, for a moment. Josh Collins?
It can't be the same one. It can't be him, he doesn't even go to this-
I see his brown hair ruffle as Effie puts the crown on the top of his head. He must know I'm here, because of Prim, but I don't think she knows its him, yet. I mean she was pretty young when they moved. He looks into the crowd, of applauding, and depressed teenagers, and locks his beautiful chocolate eyes, on mine.
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