I was cracking up at some reviews that I got from Chapter 11. You guys are awesome(: Almost 2000 hits already in a day. You have no idea how excited that makes me, and thankful that I got the guts to post this story! Today was a travel day, went to Florida! Sneaking in another chapter later tonight too! Love you all, and don't forget to drop me a review.
The school day finished quickly, and I spent most of the extra time between classes with Peeta. When the last bell rings, I jump for my bag and shoot out of class towards the willow tree. Prim is happily talking with Peeta, Rory holding her hand and smiling slightly. I jog over, and Peeta smiles.
"Hi guys." I say, and they all grin in response. "How was your day?" I ask Prim.
"Same as usual, long and boring." She responds, and then quickly adds in, "Rory and I have a small date, so I have to go. See you tonight." Prim smiles and I give a wink back. I may not be thrilled that she is dating at such a young age, but she is so mature that I figure she can handle it. Rory gives a small wave, and they head off towards the Seam.
"Shall we?" Peeta asks, holding out his hand.
My fingers twine into his, "we shall." I notice how our hands fit perfectly. They almost seem like they were meant to be together. This pulls a small smile out of me, but Peeta catches me.
"What are you smiling about?" He asks, and I decide to cover up.
"Prim this morning, she was being silly with Buttercup." He gives a small chuckle, and we walk towards the bakery. When we walk through the front door, we know that today his mother always has the day off. His oldest brother does too, so it's just Mr. Mellark and Rye. Rye sits at the counter, and grins evilly.
"Hi Rye." I say, slightly nervous. Rye is the king at embarrassment, and I know from firsthand.
"So what were you guys doing yesterday?" He asks nonchalantly. I pale slightly at his tone.
"Frosting and icing. You know that Rye." Peeta answers calmly, and lets go of my hand to tie on an apron.
"Just frosting and icing?" He presses, and I blush as red as a tomato. "I knew it! You guys totally kissed."
"How-uh-what?" Peeta stutters out, and Rye just laughs.
"It is so written all over your faces. Plus there was frosting still under the table, on my chair. That only gets there from squirting it all over. And icing smears up the wall outside the bathroom. Which only comes from a make out session. I would know that one for sure." He adds that last sentence on with a wink.
"Oh." Is all Peeta says, and internally I laugh at him slightly. Oh Peeta, you're always one for words. The only word you can think of is oh?
"Yeah, we did." I admit quietly, and Rye bellows out laughter.
"I knew it would happen sooner or later. Glad you grew pair of balls Peeta. We all know Sara sure as hell was the man in that relationship." Rye says with laughter. Wait, did he just say Sara? I look at Peeta, and he glances nervously at me. I decide to ask him while he is baking.
"Let's go." I hear Peeta mumble, and I follow him back into the kitchen. His dad must be delivering orders, because the baker is nowhere to be seen.
"Did you date Sara Shrewman?" I blurt out, and he turns around quickly.
"Uh, yeah. She was super clingy, and too possessive." I nod, but he suddenly gets suspicious. "Why?"
"No reason." I lie smoothly. So Sara was the jealous ex. The thought is kind of entertaining to me. I walk next to him, and give him a quick kiss. "What is on the menu today?" I ask, and we immediately start baking. When the clock hits five, I head home.
"Hey Katniss!" I hear a familiar voice call out, and turn to see Madge walking towards the bakery.
"Hi Madge." I smile at her lightly, "what's up?"
"Oh not much, just picking up some twists. Mother was craving some, and all we have is cookies and cake." I nod, not sure what to say. "Hey, can we hang out tomorrow evening? We haven't for a while." She asks, with slight excitement.
"Sure. I have to hunt first, but I could come over after that." We agree to that, and head our separate ways.
I hear some male voices in my home, and open the door to find Gale sitting in our kitchen, talking to my mom.
"Hey Catnip." He says without looking at me.
"Hi Gale. Come to apologize?" I ask, still rather annoyed about earlier. He grimaces at me, and I scowl back. "Guess not." I reply, flopping onto the couch.
I pull out homework and start working, completely ignoring Gale's presence. He leaves around six, without a goodbye.
What has happened to our friendship? I can't help but think it has to do a lot with Peeta.
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