Hope

Chapter 3 Veronica

I rush up to Finnick and hug him tight, letting the tears I was holding back start splashing down on Finnick's new shirt.
"Look Mariah, you deserved so much better." He starts, but I cut him off.
"Uncle Finnick, I know I'm gonna die. I mean the odds aren't gonna be in my favour are they??" I state, putting emphasis on the last part.
"Mariah, I'm going to be there, whenever you feel your alone you can always talk to me! Not just as your mentor, but as your uncle." He says, pulling me in closer.
"Thank you uncle Finn!" I cry into his shoulder. And for the rest of the time we just sit there, hugging and crying.

As we're leaded onto the train, ready to go to the Capitol, I take one last look at my home, knowing deep down I shall never return. I am just about to break down, when Finnick comes and lifts me off the ground.
"Mariah, are you ok?" He asks, with a worried expression upon his face.
"No! I'm not bloddy ok!! My life has just officialy ended!! And news flash, NOBODY CARES!!" I scream, trying to break free of his grip. After about 5 minutes I decide it's no good, and I am just about to apologise when Veronica walks in.
"Right, if you would like to come and sit down with us, they will be serving refreshments!" She announces in her STUPID Capitol accent.
"Thanks!" I cheerfully announced, hoping she could hear the sarcasm behind those words. No such luck, instead she simply smiled at me and beckoned for us to follow her into the dining room.

Finnick insisted on carrying me in there, just incase I tried to escape. Like I would do that!! He sat me down next to Zachary and began talking.
"Right, you two are going to have 2 weeks before the games begin. In that 2 week I want you to ask me everything you want to know, and please, try to pay attention to the advice I give!" He looks at me as he says the last part. I just scowl at him and sink further down into my seat.
"Well..." Zachary begins, but is cut off by a loud banging noise. We all turn around, and see Veronica on the floor with cake all over her hair and dress! We all burst out laughing at the sight, but instantly stop after a deathly look from her.
"Anyway! I was going to ask what's the best way to make a great first impression? Ya know, for allies and stuff!"
Zachary says, with a look in his eyes so pure that he actually looks quite attractive!
"Well, act as if this whole event is beneath you. As if your better than this! People are bound to notice you then. As for allies, intimidation is the key. Train like careers! You got that??" He asks, a serious look upon his face.
"Yes!" We both reply at the same time.
"Good that!" He says, before tucking into the dinner thats just arrived.

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I know people hate these kinda things so I'll keep them short. Just wanted to say thankyou for the reads and votes ! I know it's not many, but for me it's plenty ! I never expected for any reads so thanks again !
Amelia ❤️✌🏽️xx