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Chapter 5: Warriors of the future

The future is bleak the damage 11 years of nightmare caused by the androids. One by one they killed our heroes. Earthrealm fighters remain on the defense and fought back especially after learning the key to the android's defeat from Peeta Mellark. The true turning point occur when Katniss Mellark return with her new allies. Then 3 years later D-day arrived that our future heroes ends the nightmare for full peace to be restore. However 3 years later a few selected from district 3 completed building the time machine and sends off Katniss, Rory, Finnick, and Willow into the past hoping to change the present outcome. Now our future warriors have they work cut for them setting up the world for the androids and after 5 months they meet the rebels.

Finnick Jr. POV

Rory and Katniss revealed themselves to the rebels hoping for greater belief of our tale. Now of course it originally was suppose to them only but Willow and I beg them and Haymitch to let us come along besides we wanted to meet our fathers. After Willow perform the waterfalls to Haymitch we were set but we have to follow orders of Katniss which is nothing new. She can be a pain in the ass sometimes but one I can always count on.

When I was 12 and Katniss returns to Panem, I took an newly destroy city in district 5 that broke my heart. Then I see Katniss coming on the glider. She takes me home and I ask no more so begged her to train me to fight the androids as this madness of their destruction is nerve wrecking. Then she says, "Finnick Odair Jr. you are an hopeless case! However you are your father's son, don't think I haven't watched you play with that old trident of his. Annie wouldn't want you out there period and will kill me if anything happens to you, rightfully so by the way! Finnick on the other hand would train you and permit you to participate in the battle eventually. For that reason, I will take you under my wing and I'll be your mentor." "Thanks! I promise Katniss you will not regret it!" I cried "I know I won't, you are the son of 2 victors. Besides if I don't take you, you'll just find another source so at least this way we can watch you." she stated

"Finnick are you home?!" yells Mom. She walks in with grocery with an worried expression. I did leave her and fled to the broken city where the androids struck. It was stupid and reckless! "Oh Finnick thank goodness you made it home and after leaving me. Anything could have happen to you young man! You are all I have left!" she rants until she notice Katniss, "Katniss, sorry I didn't notice you. I bet it was you who brought my foolish boy home huh?" "Yep, keeping him out of trouble." Katniss replies "I'm glad you're giving him that lecture and not supporting his foolish idea in battling the androids despite the turning point is in our favor. Worst case scenario is that you are leading him into this terror venture Katniss. Unfortunately that's what I'll expect from Haymitch and Johanna but not you!" then mom hugs her, "What a brave and wise friend I have huh?" Katniss smiles nervously "Yeah…" "Why don't you stay the night it's late and it be a while for you to get back to 12. So share your adventurous tales with Finnick while I make us dinner." "Thanks Annie!"

From onward to well today in the past, I have train and fought by Green Arrow's side. I understand being in the past I'll learn about her than I might want to know. However it was always curiosity that made me wonder why she abandon the Mockingjay title when she was considered a war hero that dynamically change Panem. Looks like district 13 is going to provide me the answers I seek. The same goes with Willow as I look at her from under the hoods we are still in. She smiles and together we turn our gaze to Katniss as she finish talking to the crowd.

"Green Arrow? Well I cannot say I'm surprise besides it fits you. I recall your favorite color is green and you are good with a bow." says a male voice. We look up at the balcony as people move over for the blond boy to appear. I recognize him from the short visits when I was little and the pictures. It's Peeta Mellark, the dead husband of Katniss and dead father of Willow and Rye. "Peeta is it you?" Katniss asks teary eyed"What else it would be?" he replies "Peeta Mellark, oh Peeta… It has been too long! I promise to make everything right for you this time! Your salvation and survival will be guarantee and this is my personal vow to you!" Peeta stays quiet as he scans her and looks between her and her younger self. "You make no sense mutt! Am I dead in your world?! What are you really doing here, Mutt of the future? Our lives are already a mess without you and your crones traveling through time to make more of a mess of things. I doubt you thought this out but whatever reason you have for time traveling, the consequences of your presences has its own dangers to us and to you. Your future world could be worse not better and it'll be you mutt of the future at fault!" "Unfortunately you are still hijack but I know it's the venom talking not the boy with the bread! You must fight it Peeta! I am a lot of things but a mutt isn't one and neither are you! What you must ask yourself what is stronger the desire to remain the Capitol's mutt (by the way you told me you didn't want to be part of their games and change you into something you're not) vs. The voice of love and hope that you are and can be again." Who knew how deep of a speaker Katniss can be but this is the love of her life. Inside just seeing him again is killing her.

"Daddy…" Willow whispers. I am an ass I've too busy looking at the mother when I should watch the daughter. This is her first time seeing her father since she was 3. "Are you okay?" I ask "I'll survive, mom did remind me of his condition but I didn't know it was that bad but he looks stable enough." she said "He'll put through like last time. Even better now since Katniss will make sure of it!" "I guess…"

Rory whisper something in Katniss' ear as she sighs and begins to speak. "Okay listen up because we are only going to say it once! The four of us are from 20 years from the future. Now good news the rebels will win this civil war." The crowd starts get rowdy until Haymitch quiets them down and Rory speaks, "4 years later 18 man group androids arrived into the scene created by Rylian, Bubu, and Snow." "SNOW!" screams the rebels "Yes now stop interrupting please Rory continue." said Katniss "Thank you Katniss. These androids are not some ordinary machines but they were design to be mercenaries. Soon they raided the world starting with Panem then spread throughout the other nations." explain Rory "They committed a 3 year massacre period and many of you ended up dead. Of course there are those who survive like me that hid, recover, rebuild, and continue fighting. However hope struck 2 years in the massacre when Peeta Mellark discover their weakness and struck android 16 with a powerful sword he got somewhere which killed him. He survive but appears that they have an lifeline so some one kill is fine but others especially androids 16-18 require multiple kills! " Katniss sighs "After that incident those damn cyborgs saw him as threat and a year later 16 killed Peeta but not without he took another lifeline of his." "From then on we share our knowledge with other nations and really fought back hard! It was hard for Panem when androids 18 & 17 vaporized district 13 completely 4 years after Peeta's death. Before you ask President Coin, they use your nukes against you! Very strategic of them but it made it hard for us especially since they were looking for Katniss during that time and refuse to accept our claims of her death." said Rory. "Before anyone ask I was away during that period for 4 years but when I return the turning point of our war occur. Those years away, I learn the matrix style and join an organization that helped us overcome the androids than 3 years later we finished androids 16-18 on D-day." Katniss continues explaining "Now we are another 3 years later we protect Panem as Green Arrow and Arsenal." Rory finishes

"Well that's a lot to take in Rory but we get it except for one thing!" said the tall dark haired man. "What is Gale?" asked Rory. Then the man named Gale points to Willow and I. "Who are those 2. We already know you 2 hell your younger versions are in the room too but what about them?" he asks. That's a good question and complicated. Willow and I are not born yet so our revelation will put our existence to risk. I know we have discuss this but seeing play out is very different.

Rory POV

My brother asks about Willow and Finnick since they have been quiet most of them time. We have to reveal them without giving too much away. Katniss gives the nod of ok and they unclothed themselves. Finnick goes first in removing his cloth. He is the complete replica of his father except the hair. Katniss got him to agree with wearing shades so he can avoid attention and suspension although most likely Haymitch and Johanna will figure it out probably less than a week or 2. He has suit is navy blue version of mine red and Katniss' green. "Hello folks of the past! You can call me JR!" Finnick greets grins

Then he is follow by Willow in removing her hood. She chooses to keep her cloth on because the rebels are not ready to see the new Mockingjay. We just shellshock them with our appearance from the future, the chaotic future that awaits them, Katniss demands they call her Green Arrow, so parental revelation or a new mockingjay is a tad too much! She is a blend of her parents. Katniss' hair, spunk, archery skills with Peeta's eyes, gift of speech, and creativity. "Greetings folks my name is Willow. We are going to have so much fun together and hopefully all will go well in getting you prepare for those cyborgs." said Willow. The crowd got quiet in confusion as Willow explains, "You lot didn't think we come 4 years for nothing. We warn you but you need to prep and decreasing deaths, maintain certain factories and personnel will increase your chances of survival. We have made those calculations prior to our arrival." "Willow darling we can discuss this later ok." said Katniss "Sure thing, I am little tired anyway."

Then Finnick approach Katniss grinning "So master where do we go from here now?" "Master?!" exclaims the past hunger games victors "Yes, I'm this kid's mentor. Took him under my wings 6 years ago! A pain in my ass if I must add." Katniss replies "Aw master, you are too kind and obviously you are not that heartless where I am concern." Finnick teases "You are pushing it JR!" I step in between the two before they go it. There's an unspoken bond between Katniss and Finnick that's similar to the one with Haymitch and Katniss. The kid nearly broke down when we thought Katniss was dead on D-day. Her injury is a reminder to her determination in keeping him safe. It goes beyond understanding but I see the mutual respect and bond that both are too stubborn to admit. However they can be at each other's throats sometimes with violence following so I step in. "Alright you two no need to be so hostile and it's early too. Let the folks get use to us before going normal business as usual routine."

The master and pupil separate, President Coin offer to give us rooms but we objected since we have our own in the capsule. The people of 13 was dismiss. My crew split up! Finnick and Katniss follow Haymitch to his quarters, Willow wants to find the operation center to set up our little helper Jarvis, and I follow Gale. I ask not to lead me to our family yet. I am not ready to see them all yet. Most of them are dead in my world and well… I was busy interrogating Katniss about Peeta and Prim, I didn't consider my own family. We reach empty classroom to talk privately.

"Ok Rory what's going on? You don't want to see mom and the others. Does it has to do with those androids? Did they kill any of us?" My relationship with Gale deteriorate after we move to district 2. He lost Katniss and probably caused Prim's death, he change dramatically and I made an comment and we blew up. A year later, I left to 2 and return 12. Ignore Peeta and Delly's suggestion of reconciliation with my brother. I guess in that aspect I am the same as Katniss since she never reconcile with Gale either. "They did only Posy survive. The androids first hit district 7 and eventually you got involve in combat since you became militant in district 2. However you soon became a casualty after defending 12. Mom was killed when they hit 13. Vick was killed when we was capture prisoner and died. I continue onward and improve my fighting ability. Then team up with Katniss, became Arsenal, and kick some major ass." I reply "Do I even want to know how I died?" "I don't wish to talk about it. At least today, I just want to enjoy the fact that you guys are alive and now a game plan must be configured to keep you alive from now to throughout the android saga." Gale slaps my back, "You know I have a pack of dominoes in my pocket and if I recall it's the only game you can kick my ass in." I grin back at him, "Sure thing bro, it will be like old times." I cannot believe that it has been this long without my brother and wasted his life hating him and I can never reconcile with him. Perhaps this time is my chance to makeup to him. Before I know it, tears fall down from my eyes. Gale looks at me worry, "Rory talk me what's up?!" I remain silent because the pain is too much as I just wailing. My brother grabs my shoulder and rubs my back as I continue the senseless waterfall of tears.

Katniss (F) POV

JR and I follow Haymitch to his compound to discuss further details of the future. I knew Haymitch wanted more answers and getting it publicly wasn't going to happen. There are some things that shouldn't share with the crowd. I still hold big distrust of 13! How can I forget Alma Coin and rebels of 13 caused the death of my sister and the people rally for my blood after I killed Coin. Luckily I had friends and my declared mental condition saved me from execution. Truthfully there was satisfaction when I learned the androids destroyed 13. They abandon us for 75 years, started both rebellions that wreck havoc to Panem, their leader sought ruin of me and those I love while obtaining power from the capitol, and still hold militant threat since they were independent in a sense. The Haymitch in my time constructed a team to rebuild 13 but their relationship with the other 12 districts wasn't the same after the androids. Depending how events play out, I hope not to desolate 13 myself before those craze cyborgs appears. This rebellion is what will keep their lifeline going since it's essential to defeat the Capitol but more important in preparing Panem for the onslaught so certain things must be done. That's what we'll discuss with Haymitch. One, he will comprehend on what needs to done and support us. Two, he can help me keep a cool head towards the others. Three, he can reach out to networks that's unavailable to me or help us avoid any more complex divergence of time and space.

We enter his compound, took our seats, and Haymitch picks up a bottle of water with his feet up to the end of the bed and turns to JR and I. "Okay kiddies, I know there is more to this tale. First off 4 years from now we have robots coming here causing all sorts of madness for 11 years. Second off, we are dealing with an high death toll. Third off, any help we can get won't come until like 7 years later?" Haymitch reasons "That's pretty much it Haymitch, however you lot have 4 years to prepare yourselves. It's important to keep death rates lower than necessary, we need perseverance of district 3 & 4. Certain people must survive the war that can make an impact against the war the drones. Somehow we need convince 13 to fix their nuke setup and among other things." I explain "We are allowing Willow to deal with 13 to keep Katniss' sanity and patience." JR adds "At the end of the rebellion, likewise with the games, Panem needs allies! We were hit by them first and had the most blows during the 3 year global massacre. I want you guys to start with Leaf since they are close and a few of you are communicating with them." I continue "Are you sure it has nothing to do with Sasha?" said JR, teasingly "Shut up JR!" I tell him and Haymitch laughs, "So you really have this figure out then sweetheart?" "Yes and this is the plan! I went over this with the others including you! I have a notebook of this project to save the future!" I exclaim "I believe you Katniss. I'll admit it's interesting seeing you like this. I am used to dealing with your headstrong, full of piss, daring teenager but now before me stands a lethal, damage, confident, aura of death woman." JR laughs, "Well that aura is a given I mean she is an assassin after all." "Assassin? Is it that organization you join?" asked Haymitch. I look at the ground, "Yes, through a connection with a friend I joined the League of Assassins."

"LEAGUE OF ASSASSINS?!" screams Finnick. We turn to the entrance and see him and Annie shock and scared. "Katniss, please tell me you didn't align yourself with them?" I remain quiet and explaining myself where they are concern is something I didn't want to do. "Damn it Katniss, you made an oath! Leaving them isn't simple thing you can walk away from easily." said Finnick. "Finnick can you please calm down, tone down your voice, and walk in here. Explaining to folks especially my mother and sister that I'm an paid enforcer wasn't part of my agenda and they will not understand it!" I reply. Finnick and Annie enter the room letting the door close behind them as I continue, "I am not the same person that play your symbol of hope. Hint why I declare you shall call me Green Arrow not the fucking Mockingjay! Trust me Green Arrow isn't one you rebels can toy with and I'll make sure Coin and 13 understand that personally."

Alright that might have come out wrong and very bitter but truthfully I am. Being the Mockingjay has cost me more heartache, killed those I love, bombed my home, and left me as a mental avox. While I may have help freed Panem, it wasn't worth for the final result. The Mockingjay was a pawn of the rebels to their own selfish benefits and I was a fool to fall for it. Although he was capture, Peeta was right! I didn't know the whole plans of the rebels and they made me part of their game. If he wasn't capture, I don't know if I would be their symbol but at least my boy with the bread would be by my side. He's my voice in a way. Despite my hardships from the drones, events of the island, and joining the League, I'm glad to be Green Arrow. That hero warrior identity is one that I chose for and by myself. Green Arrow is employee and partner to serve the League and Panem but not a pawn to anyone and holds greater respect from ally and foe alike. I know if Peeta and Prim were still alive, I doubt they'll approve of my path but under the circumstance we were in they would understand. At least I hope they would.

"Well I can truly say you have grown up sweetheart!" says Haymitch then turns to the district 4 victors, "Anyway how do you 2 know about the League of Assassins?" "They have a secret base in 4. We communicate with them sometimes. Finnick was offer a position to join them but he refused." Annie explains "As attempting it may have been, Annie needed me more. The cons outweigh the pros. It's easy to get in but getting out is near impossible." Finnick adds. Haymitch eyes popped open wide but I speak before he does, "The leader's son, Anthony, has worked it out for me. I came in as officer rank with a 10 year obligation contract then afterwards I am a free bird. Currently I am 6 years in! They are not fine roses but they are ok group once you get to know them."

Then I turn and see JR shaking nervously. I smile as I am reminded this is his first time meet his father. He and Willow begged me to let them come just for this moment right here. I do not doubt Willow is looking for Peeta but she has to be careful. He isn't at his best and I don't know how her presence will impact his recovery from his hijacking. We have to discuss that! The last thing I want is for Peeta to kill his future daughter for being the child of the mutt! In the meantime my pupil, Finnick Jr. needs my support here. Annie, Johanna, Haymitch, and I told him many tales of Finnick. Hopefully he can keep those shades on his eyes, any revelation of his existence can endanger him. Although it may actually improve Finnick and Annie's activities but nothing should be taken by chance.

I punch JR's leg, "Quit shaking there kid, you are scaring us! Why not introduce yourself to some old friends." Getting out of his stupor he speaks, "Hi there the name's JR and if you two from 4 can guess it Katniss is my high-risk, deadly, and boneheaded mentor." "High-risk, deadly, boneheaded?" I grind my teeth "Yep, I mean you do take unnecessary risk with your life and bringing us with you." he argues. The other victors laugh as Haymitch speaks, "I like this lad, you are sweetheart's tribute alright! Continue driving her crazy boy!" Finnick approach JR to shake hands, "Nice meeting you JR, I'm the Handsome devil Finnick Odair! You have pleasing way upsetting our Girl on Fire! This sexy red hair next to me is Annie Cresta but soon-to-be Annie Odair." "Finnick, come on he's just a boy!" said Annie hitting his arm "So it our Katniss and Peeta but that doesn't me from messing with them. Besides they are big kids now so let's bring the rated R details!" he replies. JR get nervous, "Please don't bad enough I get 'lessons' from Johanna and Mikey and they are traumatizing enough. No need to add anymore!" "You get talks from Johanna Mason?" Annie asks and JR nods as Finnick responds "You poor thing! "At least you didn't get more than 3 years of hearing her dominatrix. Now that's horrifying!" I mumbled. The gang just laugh. "So Katniss what to fill Annie and I in on your game plan in saving the future?" said Finnick

I stare at Finnick real hard and nearly cried! I failed to keep him alive when we invaded the Capitol, forcing Annie to raise JR alone. This is one of the things that will change. Finnick's presence during the android war may not change much but at least this family will have him. Perhaps he can do something with 4's preparation and help convince the League members to participate in the battle sooner than later.

Willow POV

Alright so far and so good they didn't detect me. I have been following dad and Delly for the last 10 mins. She suggest they go to the art room to help in his recovery. Mom said dad was an artist and was very expressive in his paintings. Rye and I saw some of the and we were speechless. How detail of each moment and event he can capture. No words or comments is necessary! Rye taught himself painting and drawing from dad's work, it was his way in staying close to him. After he died mom never toss any of his belongings and still today she keeps it hidden but it is not vanquished. Grandpa Haymitch would throw fits if anyone besides our family touches dad's things.

I have a feeling when I return home, letting him go will be impossible! I keep moving quietly as I listen in their conversation.

"Is this neat Peeta? A future Katniss and crew are here. Now granted our future is a horror story but we can make sure we do not follow their fate." Said Delly. "Delly, despite whatever intentions they have, it's a mistake to be here. Time travel is dangerous! I may not be a cyber genius like Beetee but I can guess the domino effect they have played. Damn that mutt of the future, now I have 2 mutts to be concern about." Dad replies "Not true Peeta! Katniss is a human, your tribute partner, she has sacrifice her life for you. I saw her in the games. She was devastated when you were dying. Now here's her future self made a public vow to protect you in front of 13." Dad got quiet and did some breathing exercises trying to prevent another episode I think. I have no idea how mom could bare this and I haven't see him go completely mutt yet. Delly pats his back, "Come on Peeta, you can do it! Whatever you are seeing isn't real. The capitol has manipulate you to believe their lies. They are the liars especially Snow! He is the who destroy our home, killed our families, and torture you nonetheless! As Haymitch said Snow and the Capitol are the real enemy not Katniss and the rebels." Dad sighs and enter room so he can sit

down. "Thank you Delly. Why don't we paint that tree you were talking about yesterday. "

I smile as they begin their work, and choose to leave them. Today will not be the day father and daughter meet. He barely recognize my mother as human being so meeting me, who happens to their kid, might sent dad in complete limbo! No wonder she kept her distance this is too painful to watch. Snow stolen my father and transform him into another being that's meant to kill the woman he loves and should he succeeds and overcome his hijacking, he will commit suicide! What kind of sick bastard would do such a thing? I hate killing and consider life precious but damn there are times you just have to make exceptions and Snow is one indeed. Mother shot an arrow to him, but his ass doesn't deserve a merciful death! Wow now I know I hangout with Johanna too much! Then again I am my mother's daughter as she loves to remind me.

I asked around for the operation department to install Felicity into the system. Felicity is our computer friend of sorts that's been around since the days of the original Green Arrow. I have become an tech expert of sorts! In all ways of fashion to the point I nearly had interpol after me. Thankfully mom, grandpa Haymitch, and Anthony handle that situation for me. Since then my adventure on the internet has been on the down low and only do security and political systems if asked. Rye and Finnick always tease me about declaring me as 'cyber criminal'! Together she and I along with Beetee Laiter can prepare 13 for the androids and of course as mom and Haymitch repeats me is to stay out of trouble! Neither of them feel like bailing me out again! Not that I blame them of course. Besides I have Finnick here to keep me company from getting in trouble and vice versa for him since he has a nat for causing trouble. I give him 5 days before he produces a prank! Finally I found the operation department and see a man in a wheel chair. I assume that's Beetee.

I approach him and greet myself, "Hello there I'm Willow of the future!" He clean his glasses and shakes my hands "Please to you, I'm Beetee! So what brings you here Willow?" "Part of the plan to help you lot survive is improving your technology, modify your weapons, and there needs to be changes concerning your nukes so you don't die!" "That's a big challenge you have ahead of you. 13 isn't as advance as 3 and your job would easier if you were there but the stability and the war…" "I figure which is why I brought backup." I install the chip into the system as Beetee watch the chip come alive from the network. There is flicking lights, color changes, and sounds of sparks. Until eventually silver computerize woman appears before us.

"Felicity had a nice nap?" I asked"Finally I can move around and not be ruffled in that chip with you Willow Mellark." she replies. I cringe as Beetee's eyebrows, "Willow Mellark like Peeta Mellark?" I stay quiet but silently cursing Felicity but he continues, "You know if I look at you more carefully you almost look like a replica of Katniss minus the eyes, highlights, and scar." "Damn you Felicity! They are not suppose to know!" I yelled "I am sorry for the slip of the tongue. I promise I will control it more ok. Please do not lecture me, I get it enough from your mother." she said apologetically. "Don't get mad Willow, I was going to figure it out anyway! The resemblance would have given it away eventually. For example; I suppose JR is Finnick and Annie's son?" Beetee includes and I just stare at his man in absolute shock, "Has anyone ever told you are too smart for your own good?" "Plenty!" he grins "Beetee, can you promise that you'll keep this information to yourself. No one else can know otherwise Finnick and Willow will cease to exist." Felicity pleas "Absolute it's not my story to tell anyway! So tell me you two geniuses of the future, how can we create some dynamic technological and machinery changes to save the future?" he asks

There you have it folks! This chapter really focuses on our future warriors and introducing them to the story, characters, and you viewers. I thank you for readers but I would like to post a review to let me know what is your thought of the story so far. The good, bad, and ugly! Now let me answer some of your concerns…

1. This isn't a romance story hell the canon isn't focus on romance either it's more of a side story. The love story between Katniss and Peeta is a side thing but will pace faster due to the future team's presence. So expect them to be confronted by Future Katniss and Willow a lot!

2. If the future team been there for 5 months why do they appear in 13 now? That will be answer in the next 2 chapters.

3. Future Katniss is canon Katniss but with alternate epilogue ending. Instead of being sacred PTSD woman, she becomes lethal cold-stone warrior. Next chapter is all about her so you will see the difference between Mockingjay Katniss Everdeen vs. Green Arrow Katniss Mellark. Personally this is probably the Katniss we wanted in the canon but there's some twist and turns with this version. You'll love how she will relate with the rebels this second time around!

Until next time...