Hello my lovelies! Omg, I'm doing English honors this year and I got a project to do over the summer! It's like one day I'm all "Yeah, no work for the whole summer!" and the next day I'm all "Oh wonderful, I have to read a 453 page book and write a 2 page essay on it...yeah." I'm sure you can understand my reluctance to actually start. Speaking of I should probably start considering the beginning of school is right around the corner.

Anyway let's start responding to some reviews!

Kl

I started crying during this and I don't know why.
With these new developments, I can tell May has more questions to ask. However, it may take a little more courage after the last reaction from her parents.

Odd enough, the fact that you started crying is very flattering, haha. And yeah, May is only going to become more and more confused as these tapes continue. As for what happens with her parents, you'll just have to wait and see.

Cammiexox

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE MENTION! I'm really glad it motivated you! I will keep trying to review as long as you keep writing! I really like the bit ''then he dropped the bomb'' because (I know it wasn't really appropriate) I burst out laughing because when I first read the book I ran about screaming he dropped the bomb! Xx

Okay, first things first the fact that you ran out screaming "he dropped the bomb!" is hilarious! And thank you for everything else it really make this all worth it!

(May's POV)

For one, I am glad we had a warning about my dad claiming that my mom was pregnant at the time of the Quell, or else I would have been much more in shock than I am right now.

As for how I am now, I am unable to speak for a moment. My mind consumed by thoughts of my parents fighting for not only their lives, but their unborn baby's life. How my dad would sacrifice his life for her and the baby, and how, even now when their love is undeniable, she would let him. How if they lost this child, they would be unable to recover from grief in time to try and save themselves. And the worst possible outcome, if one of them lost the other and the baby. How they would fall into an deep depression, never to recover.

No.

No, that wouldn't happen.

I know it doesn't.

Because when I go home my mom will be making lunch for her and Brogan, if he isn't at a friends house and my dad will be upstairs painting. After my mom finishes making lunch she will take her's and my dad's upstairs to his studio and they will have lunch together filled with light conversations, laughs, and kisses.

Like always.

After the "announcement" we decided that was enough for the day.

"So guys," I began as we exited the house , "I was thinking we could head down to that new laser tag place. My dad took Brogan there and he loved it."

Their amused smiles falter and are replaced with a shy smile (Ali) and a slight grimace (Lars).

"What?" I ask. "What is it?"

A pink blush forms on Lars's cheeks, "Well a-actually, we- um..." he stammers. He gives Ali a look which can only be described as pleading.

"Um, well actually, May," She wraps her arms around his waist and leans her head on his shoulder, "Lars and I have a date!"

She looks up at him in adoration which Lars tries to match but ends up with just a slight smile.

"Oh!.." I stammer, "I see...no worries! We can hang out some other time!" I finish with an awkward laugh.

"Of course! Come on Lars!" She begins to lead him away, "See you later May!" I respond with a weak wave which Lars manages to return.

I let out a sigh as I begin to make my way down the street, keeping my eyes on a small pebble that I nudge with the toe of my shoe.

I wind up sitting on a bench in one of my favorite parts of the district.

The lake.

Coming to the lake with my family are some of my favorite memories of my childhood. Having picnics by the water, climbing trees,running in the grass, and picking berries.

And now I sit on the ground by the water, a soft breeze blowing my hair.

Alone.

I have never truly felt alone. Even when I found out my parents had lied to me about their pasts, at least Ali and Lars were there for me. But now they aren't.

The have a new relationship to focus on, one that doesn't involve me.

The sound of crunching leaves coming from behind me shakes me out of my thoughts.

I turn around and am met with the silhouette of a boy around my age. As he steps into the sunlight I am able to see him more clearly. He wears a blue and white flannel shirt, which is unbuttoned, revealing a light grey v-neck t-shirt.I then notice his light blue jeans, which are slightly worn down, and a pair of tan lace-up boots. The type which a construction worker might wear.

The sleeves of his shirt are rolled up to reveal slightly tanned skin. I then notice his dirty blond hair that extends just past his ears. Before I know it my eyes make contact with his. His eyes shine back a strange combination of grey and blue, mesmerizing me, though for only a moment.

"Oh.." He speaks in surprise at seeing my presence. I blush and look away.

"Hello..." I say quietly. I look up again slowly and blush slightly at the small smile on his face.

He makes his way over to me so I quickly get up off the ground to meet his height..even if I still need to look up at him.

"I'm Devin." He says raising his hand to shake mine. I blush again and shake his hand awkwardly.

I quickly push a lose piece of hair out of my face, "May."

"It's nice to meet you May." Devin says. "I didn't mean to intrude. I didn't know anyone else favored this spot." He says as he makes his way to the lake.

"It's actually one of my favorite places in the entire district." I say as we both sit down by the water.

"Oh really. Well I haven't been here long enough to find another good spot."

"Did you just move here or something?" I ask curious.

"Yeah, got here about a week ago." He responds with a chuckle.

"Oh, where did you move, is it around here?"

"I guess, I mean I'm right outside the victors village." He shrugs casually.

"That's pretty close to me." I grin shyly.

"Really.." He says with a small smirk.

Suddenly a chilly breeze blows past us sending shivers down my skin. I wrap my arms around myself as I stand up from the grass

"It's getting late, I better get going." I finish with a shy smile. I begin to walk away, when I hear his voice call my name.

"Hey May! Wait up!' He quickly walks up to me. "Will I see you again?" He stammers.

"Well do you go to school." I tease lightly, making him blush.

"Yeah, I start this week."

"I'll see you then I guess..." I say grinning

"Good.." Devin says shyly.

"Bye Devin.."

"Goodbye May..."

I turn and make my way back through the woods, still slightly blushing.

Yay a new character! What do you guys think of Devin? Sorry it's so short I just got back from florida and I need to update somewhat.

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