Hey guys, sorry it's been so long. I've been so busy and trying to think of more ideas. Anyways in this chapter I'm trying to get Katniss, Peeta, Klarissa, and Avan's perspectives. Next chapters will be up soon! Thanks for all the comments too! Keep them coming! If you message me too about one-shots I could try them! Sorry if some things don't necessarily go along with the book!
Chapter 9 – Let The Fun Begin
I play with my hair as my stylists pluck my eyebrows, fix my nails, and push heels into my open arm.
"Klarissa," I hear as I look up as my designer, Traci scurries towards me, "Time to dress." She says as she uncovers the masterpiece.
"It's gorgeous," I say as I reach out to touch the silky material. I slip it on over my head and twirl around in it and then grasp onto the mirror for support. Traci helps me with some finishing touches and then we're off.
AVAN
I'm more nervous than ever but all that seems to go away when Klarissa walks into the room. Her dress is sparkling and it really brings out her eyes. She walks over to me and I pull her into a hug, reassuring her that everything will be all right.
"Avan?" She asks me. I look down at her, tears streaming down her face, "What's going to happen to us?" No words come out of my mouth so we just stand there in each other's arms. Finally Traci and Marshall, our designers come over and tear us apart. I can see her make-up is all smudged all over her face and then I realize that I need to make sure she gets home under any conditions.
PEETA
I can't believe that I'm about to watch my daughter and he supposed "boyfriend" in the opening ceremonies. Suddenly I feel someone grab hold of my hand. Katniss.
"Nervous?" I ask her. She looks at me scared as ever but I know that she'll get over it soon enough.
"Not really… I just hope that they don't get lit on fire!" She jokes with me, making the mood lighter and the stress go away. Next thing I know I'm reliving my opening ceremonies. The first time that Katniss and I have ever held hands. The first time we were portrayed as a couple, star-crossed lovers.
"We have to go Peeta." Katniss says to me, snapping me out of my flashback.
"Okay Kat." I say as I get up off the bed and throw on a nice shirt. We both walk quietly down the hall until we crash into Effie.
"Hurry!" She says as she pushes us into the elevator and hits a button and we start down. We come to a hall and then walk down the dark and dreary passageway. This place really does bring back memories. Once we reach the end we come to find the room where we were right before the opening ceremonies. I see Klarissa in a look a like dress like Katnisss' and Avan looks just like I did… They are a symbol of us. This can't ever turn out good.
KATNISS
Klarissa looks like an exact image of me. It almost feels like I'm looking at a mirror. I let go of Peeta and walk over to her and Avan. As I try to give them a reassuring smile, she breaks down in tears.
"Klarissa," I say while wiping her face with my sleeve, "Let's talk." I say as I lead her away. She follows at my heels while I think about what to say. Quickly I turn around to Peeta for help but I see him walking over to Avan. Oh no, not again I think to myself. Ever since he planted that star-crossed lovers I keep hoping he won't slip up again.
"Mom?" She asks me breaking my train of thought, "What did you want to talk about?" She finishes off, placing her hand on mine. I open my mouth but no words come out. She comes to my rescue and starts stating things but then one specific thing catches my attention.
"And I really do love him mom." She tells me, all seriousness in her eyes, "I really love him and I'm going to do everything I can to make sure he comes home."
