"So are you guys saying, that I'm your favorite?" I ask, still slightly confused.
"Yeah, I mean you're the one who has confidence about winning. We see a very good potential in you. The boy though, is too quiet. Doesn't seem like he believes in himself." Beryl says.
"He's not the cocky type." I say, suddenly defending Evan.
"I thought you're angry at him. Now, you're standing up for him? Make up your mind for God's sakes." Cashmere says.
"One, I am still very angry at him. Two, regardless he is my friend." I say suddenly amused at my own words. But I stand by what I just said. Evan is still my friend, and I need to remember that, but everytime I try to remind myself of what a good friendship we have, the image of him volunteering and walking up to the stage appears and causes me to get angry all over again.
"True, but in the games everything changes. So you either win, or die trying to play Ms. Nice Girl." Gloss says.
"You've been wanting to do this your whole life right? If so, don't let anything, or anyone get in your way." Beryl says.
I have to admit, I agree with Beryl, or all of them in fact. I have dreamed about this, and I shouldn't let one person take it away from me. Although I know I should just do what's necessary to win, a voice in my head keeps telling me to be civil with Evan, because he is my friend.
Before anyone else can say anything else, Evan walks in and plops down on the chair next to me. My mentors avoid making eye contact with him, probably because they feel guilty about not choosing him as the favorite. I glare at all of them, not because they think Evan doesn't have what it takes to win, but because they're going to lie to his face the whole trip.
"Finally! We can continue on our trip to the Capitol!" Morraina says. God, I hope that's all she has to say, because I am not in the mood for her annoying voice. Unfortunately, my wish didn't come true.
"Now, why don't we talk about the games!" She says sitting down. Axin rolls his eyes and Beryl gives that 'Here we go again' look. I try to do everyone a favor when I say. "We already talked about our strategies, so we're all set."
Morraina doesn't buy it and insists we go over everything again. "I remember the tributes two years ago, they didn't listen to my advice on going over their strategies, and look at them now. They're not here, aren't they?" She says looking around.
"No Morraina, if you're saying that they died because they didn't follow your instructions, you're wrong. They probably died because you annoyed them to death!" I say throwing my hands up in exasperation.
This causes my mentors, and even Evan to let out a series of giggles and laughter. Morraina looks at me with her mouth hanging open in awe and I just shrug. After closing her mouth, she changes her expression to a calm tone.
"That was very rude Amethine, and if you guys plan to have her portray that kind of attitude to the entire Panem, then she won't get sponsors at all." Morraina says crossing her arms.
Gloss lets out a laugh again. "Morraina, the Capitol citizens will just love a feisty tribute, and it will earn her some sponsors. You know, I'm grateful you're only an escort, because if you were a mentor, your tributes will die once they jump off their pedestal." He says, and this time everyone and myself burst into a fit of laughter. Morraina as a mentor is hard to imagine. I can't picture her coaching a tribute on what to do. For the interview, she'll probably have the stylist make a Capitol dress that'll surely make a tribute look stupid.
"I'll have you know that I would make an absolutely great mentor." Morraina says in her defense. I'm impressed at the fact that she has kept a calm composure after what Gloss just said.
"Please don't try and prove it." Beryl says tiredly.
"Fine, enough talk of that. Amethine, do you know how to act during your interview?" asks Morraina.
"Ruthless, cunning, feisty." I say. I can tell by her expression that she disagrees with the angle.
"How about a sexy, polite girl?" she suggests. I turn to my mentors and mouth 'Hell no' and they all laugh. "What's wrong with that?" Morraina asks, she knows I am never going to use that.
"I just can't pull that off." I say. She turns her attention away from me and focuses on Evan now. "How about you, Evan? What is your angle?"
Evan, who is helping himself to some milk and bread looks up at Morraina. Realizing that everyone is looking at him, waiting for his answer he wipes his mouth with a napkin shyly and clears his throat.
"Sarcastic."
"What is wrong with you people? Why do these children have to play mean angles?" Morraina asks the mentors.
"Everyone loves a spicy tribute that has confidence in himself." Cashmere says. She looks at me and says "Or herself."
"Besides, why would a career act sexy and polite?" Axin says and we all nod in agreement. "I was just trying to help." Morraina says, annoyed. "We appreciate your efforts Morraina, but just leave it to the mentors. Your job is to teach us how to be polite." I say, making up for what I said to her earlier.
"Thank you." she says.
"She's right. We're going to need you to train them on etiquette, Morraina." says Gloss. "I will be happy to." Morraina says, glad that she gets to do something that will help us.
I glance up at the clock. Apparently, they're all over the train in every room. On the wall, high up, I read 10:34.
"Can I have a piece of paper and a pencil?" I ask the nearest avox and she nods. She approaches me with what I requested and I thank her.
"What are you doing?" asks Beryl.
"Homework." I say and she stops asking questions.
Tributes I jot down at the top of the page. I knit my eyebrows together in sheer concentration as I write down things about the tributes. Finally after 15 minutes of some scribbling, I look at what I wrote.
Tributes
District 2:
Vinera- May be quick. Definitely one to keep an eye on. Seems to have a relationship with her district partner
Caiden- Wears a smirk of mischief on his face. Might be up to no good.
District 3:
Electra- Skinny, but must have grown up in the wealthy section of district 3, judging by her fine clothes. Tries to keep a brave face, but deep down she is scared.
Bolton- Mean. Doesn't seem to be fond of anyone, even Electra.
District 4:
Marina- Looks like a sweet girl, but may just be acting to catch others off guard. Keep tabs on her as well.
Sebastian- Looks like any typical career. Strong, muscular, but he may have a genuine personality.
District 5:
Augustina- Looks sweet, but scared that she is entering the games. Might be using her kindness to win over potential allies.
Marcus- Looks artistic, may have a great talent for painting. Will probably use camouflage as defense.
District 6:
Latteine- Slim and underfed. Has a big family. Cares less about what others think of her.
Nick- Stubborn. Doesn't like to be controlled. Will probably not want any allies.
District 7:
Sequoia- Has a big amount of hatred towards the Capitol. Always has a smug look on her face.
Tanner- Calm and cool. Doesn't look scared about joining the games, but in the inside, he is scared to death.
District 8:
Amber- Quiet, doesn't talk to anyone. Only speaks when necessary.
Derek- Excellent liar. Knows how to create a mask, so he can hide how he really feels. What gives him away is the look in his eyes.
District 9:
Terraine- Has a habit of biting her nails. Has a psycho look in her eyes and snaps her head from side to side as if they were someone behind her.
Gary- Seems to be humble. Has a warm smile and seems kind.
District 10:
Bonnie- Likes to intimidate others. Has a big figure and seems rude.
Timothy- Silent. Barely speaks.
District 11:
Maggie- May be good at climbing trees from days of working on the field. Looks swift and seems to be caring
Feltrix- Arrogant. Doesn't follow orders, which leads him into trouble. Loves seeing others get angry.
District 12:
Mina- Depressed. Seems to not feel like talking or doing anything at all.
Calvin- Provides for his family. Probably the oldest among his siblings, and may have a soft spot for kids.
All of these predictions are based on what I see at the reaping. Thank god the trainers back at 1 stressed the fact that it will help a lot when you learn how to read body language. I'm good at reading body language, and no doubt it will be an advantage in the games.
"Here, tell me what you think." I say passing it over to Beryl. She takes it and goes over it she nods, clearly impressed. "It looks good." she says and passes it to Cashmere.
"No, the boy from 3 doesn't look mean." she says. "Well I guess we'll find out." I say. Cashmere agrees and gives it to Axin who reads it and passes it to Gloss. I watch as his eyebrows knit together as he looks closely at the words I wrote. When he's done he looks up at me and smiles.
"What do you guys think?" I ask.
"A plus" they all say at the same time.
That was a description of all of the tributes! Submit a review telling me what you think of the chapter, and also about which tribute you think looks interesting I hope you all loved it! If you don't, sorry, submit a review telling me why.
So, I gotta go! Until the next update Before I forget, Erudite Dauntless Girl, who does Sequoia remind you of?