Katniss POV:
I stare at my watch again, previously looking at it a minute ago. Funny, it seems as if a century has passed. Time flies by painfully slow when you're hiding in a bush. I look at Prim then back at my watch. Half past eight. You can't even consider this as late. This is called ditching your friend.
In a flash, someone grabs me from behind. My heart is pounding and the only thing I could think about is hiding Prim from the 'kidnapper's' eyes. Of course, that was until I saw who it was.
''Jesus Christ !'' I yell, scared out of my pants,''Don't sneak up on me like that!''
''Sorry!'' Finnick exclaims,''I was in a hurry, so I went a bit over the top.''
''Over the top?'' I shriek, hitting him on the arm,''You imbecile! I thought I was going to get kidnapped from how you dragged me. Where were you anyway?''
''Searching for something,'' he smirks, shoving a pair of binoculars in front of my face,''Guess you were right. My dad has a pair, after all.''
''You could have just sent me a text,'' I groan, dragging him down with me so he doesn't get seen.
''Didn't have the time,'' he shoots me a smile which only made me want to slap him.
His eyes travel to Prim then back at me with a calm expression.
''Katniss on three I want you to run as fast as you can,'' he whispers in my ear.
''That's my sister, idiot,'' I hit him again,''She's here to help us.''
''Oh, how come?'' he asks, confused.
''I talked to Annie in school today,'' I start to explain,''She thought we were dating, so I used Prim as an excuse. I told her that you were babysitting Prim.''
''But I'm no - ''
''I wasn't finished,'' I cut in,''She was surprised in a good way, so I might have given her the impression that you're doing that because I'm special to you.''
''You what!?'' Finnick yells,''Now she will never go out with me!''
''Your welcome, bitch. No need for thanking me,'' I say, sarcastically,''I saved your ass. Don't you get it? She knew you were flirting with other girls, but still was under the impression that she was special. Now she will want to prove herself to you. That's how a girls mind works.''
''I know how a girls mind works,'' he mumbles under his breath,''What's the plan?''
''See those kids over there?'' I point next to Annie's house, while Finnick nods,''I begged Annie to lend me her History notes. In the meantime, you'll be hanging out with those kids along with Prim.''
''Katniss,'' he cringes,''I don't know if you've noticed or not, I'm not good with kids.''
''Do you want Annie or not?'' I ask, even though I already know his answer.
''Yes,'' he groans.
''Then what are you waiting for?'' I smirk,''Just act natural.''
''Yeah right!'' he huffs, and walks off while holding hands with Prim.
I brush off some leaves that got stuck in my hair and hide the binoculars in my bag. I straighten myself up and ring the doorbell. I've been doing this a lot lately. After a while, Annie stepped out on the porch with a notebook clutched in her hand.
''Hey Katniss!'' she smiles,''Here are the notes you asked for, just don't forget to bring them to school on Monday.''
''Oh, sure thing!'' I put on a happy expression,''Thank you! You are a life saver.''
''No pro - '' she stops and looks in the distance with a puzzled look,'' Is that...Is t-that Finnick?''
I turn around and find myself as surprised as Annie. Fiinick was running around with the kids, Prim on his back. They loved him! I thought he said he wasn't good with kids.
''Yeah!'' I laugh, surprised,''Um, Prim was feeling a bit down today and I guess... he cheered her up.''
She didn't have to say anything more. You could see it from her look. Her face was glued to him and a small smile was creeping on her face.
In an instant Finnick finds his way onto the porch, kids running around him like mad. A slight grin lingers on his lips at his accomplishment, then his eyes stare right at Annie.
''Hi,'' he says smoothly.
''Hey,'' Annie waves for a second,''I see you brought some friends.''
''Yeah!'' he chuckles once they tackle him onto the ground.
He manages to raise himself up, and slightly push an adorable little boy in front of Annie.
''Toby,'' he motions to the little five year old,''Has something extremely important to ask you.''
''Does he now,'' Annie chuckles,''What is it sweetheart?''
The little boy motions her to kneel down so he could reach her ear. He pulls her head towards him and whispers in her ear, while standing on his tip toes. Soon enough, Annie's face lights up and she looks right at Finnick.
''Well,'' she straightens herself up with a smile,''We wouldn't want to disappoint Toby?''
''Of course not,'' Finnick grins,''Shall we?''
''We shall,'' she takes his hand, and walks away with him, but not before Finnick turns around to high five Toby and shoot me a wink.
That player! He didn't even need my help. He has got game, and knows how to use kids to his advantage. I giggle. This was the time for the 'binoculars part,' but seems like he's doing fine on his own. Cool! I get free binoculars.
''Come on duck,'' I take Prim's hand,''We're going home. Bye everybody.''
''Bye!'' they all wave.
It's midnight. Piece and quiet. Not a sound could be heard. I tucked Prim into bed two hours ago, she's already fast asleep. Derek and mum are at an important business dinner party. Based on their words, we shouldn't wait for them to show up. They'll come early in the morning. Apparently, the dinner is held far from here, they might even spend the night in the nearby hotel considering they're in another town. Marvel is out with Glimmer at the movies and that leaves me and...Cato. I wonder what he is doing. Maybe he's fast asleep I tell myself. No, that doesn't sound like Cato. He's watching TV, more likely.
I try to make myself close my eyes, but Glimmer's words won't let me. I lay my head on the pillow again, lights turned off a long time ago, but the voices in my head pop again. Soon enough they split into two Glimmer's.
Kiss Cato and make up the supposedly good, angel says. Wear something sexy tonight the bad, devil says.
They both want me to do the same thing. Does that mean it's the right thing to do? I groan and my head snaps once again to my bedside clock. Quarter past twelve.
When have I become this pathetic wuss? I clutch my fists and throw my blanket onto the floor. I turn on the lights and slap myself twice to get a hold of myself. I take my curling iron out of my drawer and plug it in. Next, I head towards the drawer. I don't have to search far. I already know what I need. I take out my new lavender lingerie and throw on a black, silky robe that hugs my curves in all the right places. I tie on my robe tie around my waist and move on to my makeup. I put on a pink lipstick and move on to the hair. I lightly strengthen my curls so they look more alive.
When I'm pleased with how I look and I muster a spoonful of courage, I exit my room. In my hands I carry a few candles and a box of matches. The halls are already dark, so I'm having trouble getting to Cato's room. I just hope he isn't sleeping.
Once I reach his door, I suck in a breath and gently grab the handle. I peak inside before entering, noticing the lights are still on. I enter the room and gently close the door behind me. I turn around, no sign of Cato. That's when I hear the sound of water running from the bathroom. He's taking a shower, perfect. I place the candles around the room and light them up while turning the lights off, not making a sound. I position myself onto his bed and wait for him to walk out. The second I hear the door open, a rush of insecurities flow threw me, but I shrug them off and decide to go with the plan. A second later, Cato walks out dripping wet with only a towel hanging around his waist. I remember the last time I saw him with only a towel, and this time, I'm even more excited. He gets confused just by the candles, then snaps his head in my direction with a shocked expression, finally noticing me in the room.
''I thought we could,'' I say seductively, untying my robe and letting him have a small view at my lingerie,''We could have some fun.''
A/N: Yeah, yeah I know. You want to kill me ! But I'm really tired, so I'll update when I wake up. I didn't think I was even going to update today, since I was at some 'happy family gathering,' where more kids get to kick the shit out of me, but I didn't want to make you guys wait so I updated, even though I ended with a slight cliffhanger. It would be funny though if it wasn't Cato who walked out of the bathroom, but I'm not that evil and I made you wait long enough. So save your plans of murdering me for some other chapter. You'll get what I know you want in the next chapter:) ! I hope you enjoyed this one, and please let me know what you think ! REVIEW :D !
-Songs for today:Ed Sheeran-lego house, Owl City feat B.O.B-Alligator Sky, Savage Garden- to the moon and back, INXS-I need you tonight, Pink Floyd-High hopes, Led Zepplin- Stairway to heaven (that's it for today:) )
PS: Is this playlist okay for you? Because I don't know what kind of music you all listen to, since I listen to old hits and new and pretty much a lot of genres. I could throw some club songs that played when I was on vacation if you'd like?