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G through L › The Hunger Games Trilogy
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Adult +
Chapters:
14
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13,354
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4
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Chapter 7
Chapter 7 Katniss POV I made my way home, but it took longer than usual. I probably wasn’t safe to drive due to the enormous distraction of Peeta swimming around in my head. I even sat through one red light twice, because I was lost in that kiss we’d just shared. Finally, I made it home and unlocked the door announcing to Prim that I was home. All the lights are out and I hear her gasp as my arrival rings through the apartment. I flip on the light and see her and Rory Hawthorne flailing around trying to cover themselves. What is about today? Is everyone getting some action today! Is there a lunar event I’m not aware of? And why am I the one that gets to witness it all? Earlier it was Haymitch and Effie and now my sister and Rory? What the Hell? “Katniss! What are you doing here? I thought you were out with the girls.” Prim shrieks still trying to get her shirt over her head, her face as red as fire. Poor Rory is beet red too trying to cover himself with a couch pillow. Luckily, it looks like they only got their tops off. “I didn’t go out with the girls tonight. I had a date. The question is, Prim, what are you two doing?” I say trying my best to sound authoritative, although part of me just wants to laugh at them a little. “I’m sorry, Katniss. It’s just…Rory…and I…we…we’re together!” she says with trepidation in her voice. I think she’s scared what I’ll say about them as a couple. I opt for understanding but setting boundaries, “Obviously, but how long has this been going on? Does Gale know?” Rory finally found his shirt, and made his way to Prim’s side clutching her hand. He gives her hand a squeeze and a supportive smile. She begins speaking staring at their entwined hands. “We’ve been dating for about 3 months now. Gale doesn’t know yet either.” She looks at me, and a tear falls down her cheek. My heart squeezes, and I have to steady myself from taking her into my arms. She continues, “We were planning on having you all for dinner and telling you both together. But, now you know.” She waits, and I am not stuck in my spot speechless. My baby sister is in a relationship with Gale’s brother. How did this happen? How did I not know about this? All these thoughts are running through my head, when Prim squeals at me, “Please, Katniss, please say something!” Tears are streaming down her face. I’m snapped out of my reverie, “Oh, Prim…little duck…I think it’s wonderful if you’re happy. We’ve know Rory for a long time, and I know he’s a good guy. As long as he treats you how you should be treated, I can’t stand in your way.” She attacks me with a huge hug and sobs of relief. “Just make sure you don’t do anything until you are both fully prepared and emotionally ready.” “We haven’t done anything but make out, yet. Neither of us are ready for more just now. I promise…thank you, Katniss.” Rory speaks up, “Thank you Katniss.” I’m feeling sorry for the two of them. Why did they feel like they couldn’t tell us? “I will help the two of you tell Gale. I don’t think he’ll have an issue with this.” They’re both hugging me now. “Okay guys. I’ve had a very big day full of all kinds of surprises, so I’m going to bed. Please call it a night soon.” “Sure thing. By the way, how was your date?” Prim calls as I make my way down the hall. I call out, “I’ll tell you later. I’m too tired now.” I can’t turn around and let her see the big cheesy grin on my face. What the hell is going on with me? I finally find my very welcoming bed. Plop myself down and scooch under the covers. My head is overflowing with all this new information. I close my eyes and take a deep breath. I’m immediately taken back to that kitchen counter earlier tonight with Peeta. Whoa! Mmmm, that was…wow. His eyes, his arms, his hands, his lips…