Hi everyone. Here is the next chapter. It is Katniss' POV with conflict ahead. This was the toughest section to write, but I hope you like it. ENJOY!

Win a Date With Peeta Mellark!

Chapter 6

How did I get here? Katniss looked at herself in the mirror. Six months ago she was a normal girl living and working in District 12. Now, here she was, getting ready for the red carpet premiere of a movie, as the date of the star. She put a few finishing touches of makeup on her face. Am I ready for this? Raady or not, Peeta's new movie was having its first showing tonight, and he had asked her to come. The thought of the cameras and lights still made her nervous, but Peeta would be there, as he had been for all these months.

How fast the time had gone, too. After she had come to the Capitol to visit him and had been given the best birthday of her life, she reluctantly got on a plane the following morning. Their parting had been the toughest, as he kissed her and they told head other "I love you" multiple times. Over the next months, a kind of routine set in. They would talk each night, and every two to three weeks Peeta would fly to District 12 and spend the weekend with her. They would spend most of their time at her house, playing games with Prim, and Katniss would introduce him to some of her favorite old movies that he had never seen. She was tickled when Peeta first watched Rear Window and his eyes were glued to the screen the entire time. Every once in a while she would spot a photographer taking their picture together while walking the streets. A reporter would call to get any update on her and Peeta, and a photograph and article would inevitably end up in the next week's gossip magazine. Katniss sighed as the whole thing still made her feel uncomfortable, although being with Peeta himself was the most natural thing in the world. She just hated talking about it for the public.

Peeta would always come to District 12 to visit her, as Katniss couldn't afford to make so many trips to the Capitol. So, he made flight after flight and she was grateful for the effort he put in just to see her. Each time they became closer and closer. Peeta offered to pay for her to come back to the Capitol, as well, but she wouldn't accept it. So, now she was back for the first time since the trip she made in May. A few weeks ago he had told her about the premiere and how much he wanted her to come and share the moment with him. Katniss found just enough money in her savings to pay for another three day weekend, and packed her bags. Peeta had been thrilled when she told him she was coming.

When she arrived this time, a car with a driver picked her up at the airport, as Peeta was doing an interview. He was there when she got to his condo, though, and she could see the excitement in his face.

"Are you excited about the premiere, or just happy to see me?" she joked.

"Both!" Peeta answered, and laughed with Katniss as they embraced.

They got into his car and headed to a café on the beach where she got to meet Finnick and his wife Annie. The quartet sat down to order, and Katniss was flooded with questions from the couple who wanted to get to know her. Eventually, the men began their own side conversation, so the girls were able to talk one on one.

"Welcome to the Celebrity No Name Significant Others Club." Annie noted.

Katniss smiled, "There's a club? I didn't realize there were enough of us to form one."

"You wouldn't think so, but there are more of us than you realize," the quiet girl explained. "Most of them tend to date each other, but once in a while the good ones find someone outside the industry that makes them happy. Looks like you fit the bill. Peeta can't keep his eyes off of you."

"Is it hard being apart so much when he's working?" the younger girl asked. "Don't you worry about all these gorgeous women around him? The cameras taking their pictures all the time? When I was one set with Peeta, I felt so small next to all the glamour here."

"It was really hard at first," Annie confirmed, "I mean, look at my husband. He's every woman's dream, and who was I to think that I could keep his attention next to all those actresses he worked with. They were all over him too, as you would expect." Katniss was all ears as she continued, "But I finally realized that I had to make peace that this is Finnick's job, and he loves it. All of the glamour is a part of that. I had to accept that and remember, that when it's all over, he comes home to me."

Hearing this from someone who had been in her position lifted Katniss' spirits. The group finished their lunch and she gave Annie a hug as they parted. The married woman gave her one last piece of advice.

"Call me if you need to talk." she said. "I've been there and know how it can get."

Katniss nodded and she left with Peeta where they began to get ready for the big evening. Once again her boyfriend had managed to have her pampered. She was prepped and cleaned up, styled and made up at her hotel. Finally, a blue strapless floor length gown was brought out and placed on her body. She had to stop when she saw herself in the mirror. She looked like a princess. She had to admit she kind of felt like one, and when there was a knock at her door and Peeta stood there in a tux, Katniss smiled at the thought that he was the handsome prince come to take her away.

He led her downstairs to a waiting limo and opened the door to let Katniss in. As the car drove off he placed his arms around her and said in her ear, "You look amazing. I'm so glad you're here."

She looked up at him, "Thank you. You look fantastic yourself, but that probably isn't hard to do." He chuckled at this and Katniss continued, "I can't believe I am going to an actual movie premiere. I'm so nervous."

"Don't be," he said soothingly. "We will get out, walk down the carpet, they will take a few photos and then go into the building and watch the movie. Once it's over we can go to the after party to celebrate. I'll be with you the whole time."

Katniss nodded, "Okay." She still couldn't stop her hands shaking, though, as they drove through the city. Eventually the car stopped, and the door was opened. Peeta took her hand and helped her out. She was immediately bombarded by flashbulbs going off. They were everywhere. The sounds of screaming invaded her ears and Katniss finally made sense of the scene. They were on a red carpet that led into the Chinese looking building. On either side were people yelling at the tops of the lungs, mostly girls. Cameramen were surrounding the area where they were now standing. She was so stunned, she could do nothing but look around at everything. Katniss noticed that Peeta was waving towards the crowd and smiling. She looked up at him, unsure at whether she should do the same or not.

Finally, Peeta began walking down the carpet. Cameras kept going off around them and as they reached to where the lines of the crowd began, a TV reporter suddenly took Peeta to the side, practically wrenching him from her arm. All she could do was stand there as her boyfriend looked over his shoulder at her, then turned back to the interviewer and began answering questions. Katniss felt alone and silly just standing there, and could feel herself shrink amongst everything. After the interview was over, Peeta motioned for her to come to him. Before she could reach him, though, he was overtaken by a group of fans seeking autographs. Of course he obliged.

Katniss took it all in. What in the world is going on here? On and on it all went. All the way down the carpet he was tossed between interviews and shaking the hands of the onlookers. She began to feel completely invisible. Why am I even here? Her face tried to keep some semblance of a smile on as someone tapped her shoulder. The man had an earpiece on along with clipboard in hand.

"I've been told to take you to your seat. Mr. Mellark could be out here for a while." He said sharply.

All Katniss could do was nod her head and follow the man into the building. He silently guided her into the theater and pointed to a seat in the middle of the next to last row. She sat down and waited alone. What a disaster. Annie is right, you definitely are a no name significant other. She sitried to occupy her mind until Peeta finally walked in. She sighed with relief as he sat down, hoping to talk to him. As soon as he was in his chair, though, the movie began without a chance to say anything.

She sat through the movie, a funny romantic tale of a baker who is giving lessons, who falls in love with a young woman who is helpless in the kitchen. Katniss thoroughly enjoyed it and Peeta was fantastic in it. She clapped along with the rest of the crowd when it ended. Peeta went to the stage with the rest of the cast to take their bows. After that, Katniss tried to follow the crowd to the ballroom adjoining the theater for the celebratory party. Peeta would walk in with his costars.

As she entered the ballroom, Katniss finally saw a familiar face. She waved at Annie and walked over.

"How are you surviving?" Finnick's wife asked as they met up.

Katniss let her feelings out. "Terrible," she said. "I feel invisible. All I did was stand there while Peeta was talking and meeting people, then sat in the theater alone with my thoughts. All I can say was that the movie was great."

Annie gave her a pat. "It gets better with time, I promise."

"I hope so," she replied. "Look, tell Peeta I'm had to go use the restroom."

Her new friend nodded and Katniss walked to the luxurious woman's accomodations. She walked in and found a stall. Soon after she could hear two other women coming in and they were talking.

"Wasn't the movie great? I loved it, and Peeta was magnificent," one of them gushed.

"I know, did you see him out there. He looked magnificent, too." the other said.

"So sexy in that tux. By the way, did you see the girl with him? Oh my gosh, so lost! She just stood there like a bump on a log. So embarrassing for him." the first one was talking again.

"I know," the second one continued. "She was dressed up, but you can tell she is so not in the industry. I think it was that girl in the magazines a few months ago. You know, the one who won the date with him?"

"Oh yes, I remember, the little librarian from District 12," the first one agreed. "So out of her league. Seriously, what is he doing with her? He could have anyone, and I mean ANYONE, and he chooses to be with her? Must be for some publicity reason."

"Yeah," the second one said, "I'm sure Haymitch has something up his sleeve with that. You never know! I'm sure Peeta will be through with her soon. I hear Glimmer Stone still wants him badly." Both women giggled at this and continued their conversation as they walked out.

Katniss felt like throwing up. To hear such things said about herself and Peeta. It made her think. Could everything that had happened over these last six month have been for publicity? To make Peeta's image look better? She didn't want to think that about him. He wasn't like that. She knew him. Or at least, she thought she did. Katniss hated that doubts were filling her mind. She had to shake them and finally talk to Peeta. She took a few minutes longer, went out, splashed some water on her face, and gathered her courage.

Walking out again into the ballroom, Katniss gasped at the sight that met her. There was a beautiful waltz playing, and two people were dancing. One was instantly recognizable as Peeta. The other was also familiar to Katniss. It was Glimmer Stone, the glamorous starlet who had been the costar in a three of Peeta's previous films. They were smiling at each other as they swirled around the floor, and then Glimmer placed her hands around Peeta's neck and kissed him.

Katniss was glued to her spot from the shock, tears welling up in her eyes. She finally blinked, then on instinct turned and walked out of the room. She couldn't take any more. She went outside and quickly hailed a taxi on the street, directing it to her hotel. Once there, Katniss quickly got out of her dress and shoes, placing them in the closet. She changed, then quickly placed all of her belongings into her suitcase.

Before she left, she wrote Peeta a note. Katniss felt she couldn't leave him without some kind of explanation. She went to the lobby and left it at the front desk, then got another cab to take her to the airport. She went to the ticket desk and waited until she could talk to one of the agents.

At her turn, she went up to the desk and asked, "I have a ticket for tomorrow. Could I get a flight tonight instead?" There was a flight leaving in 20 minutes with plenty of seats. The ticket was quickly changed. Katniss passed through security and found her gate. The plane was already boarding and she showed her ticket and walked on. She sat in her seat by the window, placing her sunglasses on, so that no one could see the tears that she let fall.

The plane took off, taking her away from it all.

OK, so there it is. I hope that I got the conflict here right. This was the hardest part to write, I have to admit. Next chapter will be Peeta's perspective on everything that happened. I hope that everyone is still enjoying the story and will keep with me. I can't tell you how much I appreciate all the reviews and notes. I have been overwhelmed by how many have been writing me! : )

Also, I saw on a clip of an interview with Josh Hutcherson where he talked about filming the proposal to Katniss for Catching Fire. WOOHOO! Can't wait to see that. (along with many other scenes!)