The Capitol
Victoria Brade
The streets of District 4 are surprisingly busy this early in the morning. I'm familiar with the Capitolians' tendency to stay up late partying and spend the next morning hidden in their houses. I suppose these fishermen have to wake up early, but it's odd for me to see people wide awake and running down the streets when the sun barely shines across the sea.
I've reached District 4, and I feel fairly safe, though I don't know how I'm to accomplish my mission. I'm hoping to find Satin, but I underestimated District 4's size and it will be difficult to search for him. I'm guessing I shouldn't ask around about him, but the other option is to wander the streets in hopes I'll eventually come across him. Even worse is the fact that I've never met him in person - meaning, I'm not too familiar with what he looks like. I've seen photos of him, but only a few low-quality ones.
I clearly didn't think this through, which is rather unlike me. Yes, I can be a bit impulsive, but if I get an opportunity, my worrying nature will cause me to think through all the consequences.
I'm beginning to panic when I notice a tall, blond-ish man walking toward me. This wouldn't be unusual for District 4 if not for the fact that the roots of his hair are very dark, hinting that he's dyed it. As he approaches, I'm able to confirm that this is in fact Satin. I'm quite lucky I've already run into him - it could take ages.
"Are you Victoria?" he whispers when he reaches me.
"Yeah," I say, "How did you -"
"Know your name? I have spies. People you talked to. I know why you're here," he says.
"I'm here to help you," I whisper. He lightly pulls me out of the street and toward the side of the road.
"I have somewhere we can go. I'll tell you all of my plans there. But be quiet. Most people agree with our views here, but there are still many who would turn us in."
"Where's your safe spot?" I ask, nervously.
"Follow me."
Only two more epilogues to go! This is taking a really long time, but I'm really excited for Feathers.
- Lilah