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So what's this, chapter 11? Wow, forgot to say last update that it was the tenth chapter! Now it's the eleventh! Ahhh...

Anyway, some people are sad that Katniss broke up with Peeta. But don't worry, there's a bit of a twist to the story that's coming up. It doesn't usually happen in fics that I've read, but it's in the actual books...I have to add it in! WARNING: MORE TEARS TO COME!

Katniss' POV

Today I am going to school, which I'm dreading. I was annoyed with Snow giving me that suspension, but now, I actually am grateful. In fact, I wish it was longer.

I just don't want to see Peeta today; or any of his friends...That are technically my friends. How awkward is that? What side will they be on? Wait, why would they be on sides? Anyway, it's none of their business of what happened. But I swear, if I see Isabelle today, I'll start up a fight...And finish it.

But after what happened, it's more likely she would stay away. Plus, she has Jo to worry about. I smile at myself at the thought of Jo being so over protective. But it's a bonus in some ways.

Right now, I have some thinking to do. Do I really want to be in the movie? Okay, it is crazy that I'm thinking twice about this opportunity, but I feel like I shouldn't do it. It has nothing to do with Chris or Peeta. Not Madge or Troy. No one, except me.

It's pretty exciting and everything, but I don't want all the fame, or fortune. I'm fine with the life I'm living right now, that doesn't involve acting or singing. Maybe one day I'll do something with singing, but right now, I don't want any of it.

My point is, I'm not one of those girls who want to be famous. Madge did promise me it would be a one-time thing...But what is that changes?

"What's the matter?" I turn my head slightly to see Prim approach me.

"Morning, little duck", I say with a small smile.

Prim rolls her eyes and says, "What?"

I only frown at her, so she continues, "What's the matter?"

"Oh", I say. "Nothing-

"Don't try and deny it", Prim warns. "It's not gonna work."

I sigh and tell her, "I don't want to do the movie anymore."

Prim gives me a shocked look. "Why?"

"Before you ask, it has nothing to do with Peeta. It's just me and what I want", I explain.

"Okay, go on."

I then explain my reasons, while Prim listens to the whole thing. She doesn't interrupt once, which is one thing I admire her about.

After I'm finished, Prim just gives me a look. A look she's never given me before, so I don't know what to think. But I'm expecting one of the little-sister's-advice session coming up.

But she only looks at me. "What?" I ask finally.

"It's wrong", she says simply, before moving to get comfortable.

"Excuse me?"

"It's wrong. You're basically telling me you're scared of taking a risk. So what if Madge's deal doesn't turn out the way you planned. It's not her fault", Prim tells me. "Why be scared?"

I have to admit, I wasn't expecting that. She has this tone in her voice that's strange for her. She's always so gentle and calm...But now? I don't know what it is. Anger?

"So?" I ask.

"So? You have this wonderful opportunity, and you're not gonna take it? Any other girl your age would be dying for this role. But when you get scared, you just run away. Why, Katniss, why?" Prim tells me.

Prim is definitely not a little girl anymore. She sounds older and wiser than I've ever realized before. But her theory is wrong.

"I'm not scared", I state.

"Really, you sure about that?" Prim asks me.

Now, I start to get angry. "Why do you have to be so mean? I'm not scared and I'm not running away from every situation I get into."

"You need to hear it, you're friends aren't gonna tell you!" Prim raises her voice. "I'm telling you the truth, which is not a bad thing."

I get up and say, "You can walk to school."

I start to leave with my bag, but she yells, "I was already planning on it!"

I slam the door behind me, and go to my car. I search through my bag for my keys, but I can't find them.

"Shit", I mutter to myself.

I give up eventually, and decide to walk. As I am, I start to think if Prim is right. But it was a bit out of line for her to say that. Then again, when has she ever acted like that to me?

I make myself not think about it. Instead, I think about how Peeta will act around me. After a while, I come up with a prediction: he'll be sad; making me feel bad. Peeta will avoid me as much as possible, and will only make eye contact with me briefly.

Of course I still love Peeta. It's hard not to, believe me. I don't think I will be able to love someone as much as I love Peeta. That won't change; I just know it. But I have to move on sometime.

I mean, come on. It's not like we were gonna get marry. How long did I actually think it would last? I just didn't want to admit to myself that it was never gonna last. I wanted to cherish every moment I had with Peeta. But was it worth the hurt? That's one question I'll never know myself.

"Katniss!" I come to a sudden halt. I recognize Gale's voice, so I turn around. To be honest, I really don't feel like the questions I'm gonna get from Gale; but I know they're gonna come at some point.

When Gale has come to my side, I start walking. "I'm surprised you hadn't called my Catnip."

"Oh, you know me Catnip", Gale says grinning.

"Okay, spit it out", I say, changing the subject.

"What do you mean?" Gale asks frowning.

"You obviously want to ask what happened, so shoot away", I say.

"Katniss, I seriously have no idea what you're talking about", Gale says with a serious tone to his voice.

"Okay, come on Gale. I don't want to play around. Yes, I dumped Peeta. Yes, I still-

"Wait", Gale starts. "You and Peeta broke up?"

I turn my head to look him straight in the eye. That's when I realize that he's telling the complete truth. But why wouldn't Peeta tell him? "He didn't tell you", I ask in a small voice.

In return, I get a shake of the head. "Didn't see you at the bakery", Gale says. "Where were you?"

I sigh, remembering I told Gale on the phone that I'd meet him at the bakery later. "I got lost."

Gale tries to hide his smirk as he says, "Katniss Everdeen, gets lost? Never thought that would happen."

"Oh, shut up. It's more complicated than that. My phone died, and I didn't have enough money. This guy gave me wrong directions so I was really lost. Then...I ran into Snow", I say.

"How did you get back?" Gale asks.

"Chris came in a limo", I say casually.

"A limo?" Gale asks with wide eyes.

"Yes", I say. "He was drunk."

"I don't like that dude", Gale states.

"What do you mean?" I ask frowning.

"I don't know", Gale explains. "I just have this weird feeling about him."

I keep frowning, not really thinking Chris was that big of a problem. "Anyway", Gale continues. "I would tell you some good news, but I don't think you'd want to hear it after you and Peeta's break up."

By his face, I can tell there's a hint of excitement in him. It's like he can't wait to tell me. "Okay, what is it?"

Gale breaks out in a huge grin as he says, "Madge and I are going out."

"Oh", I say surprised. "That's...great."

I start to wonder how it all happened. I mean, they were fighting the last time I saw them together. Now, they're a thing?

"When did this happen?" I question.

"Last night", Gale says still grinning.

"Great", I say, not thinking of anything else to say.

Gale's expression suddenly turns serious. "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have told you."

"No, it's fine; really", I assure him. "I'm happy for you both."

Gale gives me a sweet smile and says, "Thank you, Katniss."

"What for?" I ask, shrugging him off. "Don't need one."

"Yes, you do", Gale responds. "You are so relaxed about the whole thing. Especially after your break up. And after...You know the kiss."

Little does Gale know that I'm breaking inside. Under all of this, I am falling slowly apart. No one has to notice, it'll be easier.

I fake a smile and say, "I just want you guys to be happy."

"Well...Thanks", Gale says again. I only give him another smile as we reach the school.

"Lovely", I say sarcastically. "I wonder how weird this is gonna be."

"Don't worry about it", Gale assures me. "It's gonna be great."

"Really?" I ask.

"Nope." I frown, which only makes him chuckle. "Come on, let's go."

I follow Gale to the usual place. Expecting to find everyone there except Peeta. But Thresh, Clove and Finnick are missing.

When Madge sees us, she smiles. She gets up and runs over to us. Okay, to Gale. She jumps and gives him a hug, while Gale spins her legs off the ground. Madge laughs, which makes me feel a jab in my chest.

I'm happy to see Madge so happy, but it's also hard to watch them like that. Two of my best friends...Being in love? I definitely know Madge is; but I don't know about Gale. But the way they're looking at each other...It sure looks like they're in love.

I can't help but smile, even though I'm hurting. "Nice to see you too, Madge."

"Oh!" Madge gets off Gale and rushes over to me instead. She wraps me in a big hug and whispers, "How are you?"

"I'm okay", I lie.

Madge gives me a stern look that makes me sigh. "Better than I thought I would be."

"That's better. No point in lying to me", Madge says.

"Sorry", I mumble.

Madge shakes her head. "Don't worry about it."

Madge takes my hand and leads me to the tree. We sit down in a circle, that's gotten smaller over some days.

"So", I start. "Umm...Where are they?"

Madge and Gale give me a sympathetic look, while Johanna just looks lost. "I have no idea", she says. "They acted weird when they saw you coming. So they just...left."

Madge looks at Jo, making her frown. "What? Just saying the truth."

"Don't worry", Madge says. "You have us."

"What are you talking about?" Jo asks confused.

"Yeah", Gale adds, ignoring Jo's comment. "Everything will go back to normal in a couple of days."

"See", I say. "That's the point. It won't go away."

"So where's Peeta?" Jo asks. "Is this about him?"

Madge, Gale and I turn to Jo. "What?" She asks.

"Peeta wasn't with them?" Gale asks.

Johanna shakes her head slowly. "No, why?"

I give Gale a worried look. He only shrugs and looks at Madge.

"Hello?" Jo says. "Anyone care to explain?"

Gale tells Jo how I dumped Peeta, but won't go into details. Which I'm guessing he can't, since he doesn't know much. Jo gives me a few glances, and has a worried look on her face.

"What is it?" I ask her.

"Nothing", she says.

"What is it?" I say more sternly this time.

Jo sighs and says, "I did see him this morning."

"Where?" Gale asks.

"With this guy...I don't know, maybe the same age?" Jo guesses. "They went with, um, Snow. It looked like they were heading to his office."

"Shit", Madge says.

"Wait-

"I'll go", I say.

"What?" Gale asks.

"Don't worry, I can be a good liar", I say.

"Do you want us to come too?" Madge asks.

"No", I say. "It's fine."

I'm about to walk away, but I turn back. "And don't follow me." I say this directly to Gale. He nods his head and I walk to Snow's office.

I know what I'm gonna do before I even get there. But when I get there, I hear yelling.

"I don't know!" Peeta yells.

"It would be better if you didn't lie to me, Peeta", Snow says. So, Peeta can get called 'Peeta', but I get called 'Miss Everdeen'. Yep, I see how that works.

"I'm not lying! I told you, I don't know who did it. Even if I did, why is it such a big deal? It's only putting on a fire alarm. You can't expel them for something like that", Peeta tells him.

"Katniss? Why are you here?" I jump a little when I hear that voice.

I turn and say, "I could say the same to you, Chris."

"Peeta told-

"I don't care what he told you, and I definitely don't care what you think", I say a matter of factly.

"Why-

"Bye, Chris." With that, I burst through the door.

I get surprised looks from both Peeta and Snow.

"I did, okay? I put on the fire alarm."

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