Chapter 14: Belle Of The Ball (Part 3)
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Katniss and Gale looked at the drinks in their hands, and then each other. Gale let go of Katniss' hand
and took her glass, sipped his and then hers. President Snow saw them from across the room and
smirked. Gale handed Katniss back her glass.
"Gale, you're my hero." Katniss said, lightly and sweetly.
"I couldn't let you take all the bullets, Katnip. If you die, I die, remember?" Gale replied, downing his
glass.
Katniss put her hand in his.
"It's good to know some things haven't changed." Katniss said, cynically.
"Some things have to if we're going to survive. For starters, lower your pistol, ma'am." Gale whispered,
as they made their way across the room.
"Sorry. I was scared and on guard. I didn't see that coming." Katniss whispered back.
Rue walked up to them, catching them both off guard, again!
"Are you ready now? I am."
"What are you ready to do Rue?" Katniss asked, confused, as she and Gale quickly exchanged glances.
"You're silly. I'm ready to die."