Esie Jolf, Isadora's Mother

"Where is Isadora's father? He should be here for the interviews."

Esie's gray eyes dropped. Did these reporters ever research their tribute's lives? Esie looked back to the Capitol reporter and tried to keep her composure for the cameras and all of the nation. "Isadora's father unfortunately passed on while he was working. His co-workers would never give me the real reason for his death, and I may never know how he passed on."

"What would Mr. Jolf say to his daughter if he was here to see her in the Games?"

"He'd tell her to stay strong." Esie replied without hesitation. "Russel would have loved to see his daughter make the top eight, something District Five isn't known to do. He would be so proud of her. If Isadora could hear this, I want her to know that everyone is rooting for her." Esie's eyes were lined with a pool of clear tears at the mention of Russel and the whole family. Oh well. Something the Capitol loves to see is in her eyes.

Galliard & Siskin Jolf, Isadora's Aunt and Uncle

"Tell us about the Reaping. How did you feel when your niece's name was called?"

Galliard and Siskin were sitting on a couch in their home, only blocks away from Isadora's home. Galliard has his arm around his wife, holding her close while the reporters pester them with questions. Would their niece even see this or hear their responses? "I was very surprised that Isadora was called. I never thought that my niece would be called to participate in these Games." Siskin answered.

"And how about you, Galliard?"

"My wife took the words right out of my mouth." Galliard explained, looking to the unnatural colored reporter. "I could never imagine our sweet, innocent Isadora being in these Games. I am very happy that she made it to the top eight and has found herself an ally." Siskin brushed some loose hair from her eyes as the reporter got ready to ask the next question.

"Speaking of, what is your stand point on Isadora's alliance with Tribute Rye Corn from District Nine?"

"As long as she doesn't fall for the boy and comes home heartbroken, I'm okay with the alliance." Galliard answers. "I hope Rye keeps her alive for the rest of the Games and helps her get home. I'm not ready to say good-bye to her yet."

Roger Shock, Kira's Father

"How do you feel now that your daughter is in the top eight?"

Roger runs his hand through his short brown hair and collected his thoughts. He was actually more than proud of his little Kira that she is in the top eight. She proved that she can hold her own in a life and death situation, thanks to the Games. How can he say that without coming off as 'a jerk'? "I am very proud of my daughter. She is a fighter and I know that she can come back home to her family."

"I hope she does. I want to know your opinion on her training score. What do you think she did to earn that seven?"

His brown eyes flick up for a moment before returning to normal. "I believe Kira showed her intelligence to the Gamemakers. Kira is a very smart girl who can do anything and everything she sets her mind to. I can't say I am proud of Kira enough. I'll be waiting for her return."

Jackson Shock, Kira's Oldest Brother

"I want your opinion of the opening ceremonies. What was going through your mind as Kira came out in the costume?"

Jackson put down his tools and looks to the reporters. They are interrupting his work day, and he needs to stay focused on his job, not get all sappy about his only sister. He stood up, wiped the grease on his pants, and looked back to the disgusted reporter. "I loved the costume Kira was wearing. She looked like she was a vehicle, something the represents our district. She and her district partner looked great."

"What was the last thing you said to Kira before she left for the Games?"

His eyes drained of color. The last thing he did/said to Kira was tease her about her frailness and how she could never impress the Gamemakers. However, Kira proved him wrong. She made a wonderful entrance during the Tribute Parade, she scored a seven for her training score, and she is in the top eight out of twenty-eight tributes. He somehow had to lie about his final words without making it seem obvious. "I told her that I would be rooting for here back in District Six. She is my only sister and I hope that she comes home safe."

Drea Yitch, Ryan's Mother

"Thank you for being interviewed, Mrs. Yitch. What are feeling right now for your son?"

Drea took a sip of hot tea before answering, just so she could come up with an answer. It's not that she had to lie, it's just that she has been thinking a whole lot more slowly since Ryan has been in the Capitol, playing the murder game. He didn't do any murders, thank goodness, but she was still upset the Capitol took him from her. "I am feeling a mix of emotions. But I am feeling helpless to him, I guess is my main emotion right now."

"How so?"

"As a mother, all I want to do is make sure my son is okay. But, I can't do that when he is in an arena where he may get killed before I can even blink. And I don't want to lose my child when I am just helplessly watching from behind a T.V screen." Drea finishes her statement and continues to sip tea.

Cary Yitch, Ryan's Sister

"Do you know that Ryan has your hair ribbon as his token?"

Cary wrapped some brown hair around her fingers as she nodded her head. "Yes, I watched the interviews and saw that my hair ribbon was with him. I actually asked my parents to give it to him because I didn't say good-bye." Even though the Capitol knew the answer, they wanted Cary's outlook on what Ryan said before the Games. What if Ryan lied to get sponsors or any sympathy?

"Do you think that you are with Ryan because he has your ribbon?"

Cary knew they were referring to his answer in the interviews. She nodded slowly and opened her mouth. Not everything is about nodding and silence. "Yes. With my ribbon, I feel like I am giving him strength to move on in the Games. After our fight before the Reaping, I felt like I just signed his death certificate. I wish Ryan could hear me when I say that I am sorry for saying that I hoped he gets reaped. I am still rooting for you!"

A/N: One more part to the interviews and we get back to the Games. Rye and Sheila's interviews are next. :) I hope you are excited as I am about the Games (God, I feel like a Capitolite)! Quick update about the Eighth Quarter Quell: DISTRICT ONE IS COMPLETELY FILLED! Three spots are reserved, but the district is filled. :)