"Here it is," says Endovius, the leader of the prep team. He moves aside to reveal a sparking black jumpsuit. When I put it on, it makes my eyes sparkle, and it fits me perfectly. There is no time to thank them though, because at that precise moment Ebony bursts in. She our second mentor, and has been doing everything for us as Rom is next to useless.
"Come on! Everyone else is on the chariot!" She says frantically as she yanks me out the door. I get on the chariot and take a glance at the others. Saxon says something which makes Elixir and Anouk laugh, but Thor is brooding into something, gazing into the distance.
"Ok. Are you all ready?!" Says Ebony, "Thor...?"
"YES!" He snarls, and goes back to looking into the distance. Everyone looks at Ebony, who looks like she's about to burst into tears.
"Don't worry about him," I say to her reassuringly and the chariot starts moving.
As we come out of the tunnel, we are greeted by the screaming, freakish people of the Capitol. District one seem to be making quite a display, their extravagant costumes shimmering in the lights. As the last carriage pulls up President Snow walks onto the balcony above us.
"Greetings Panem," he says, casting his snakelike eyes over the tributes. "Happy Hunger Games, and may the odds be ever in your favour."
I shiver as he turns his back on us. How many people has he needlessly murdered?
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The 750th Hunger Games
FanfictionMany years have passed since Katniss and President Snow, and 3 more rebellions. But, the Capitol have risen up, and they are currently more powerful than ever. 100 years ago, 12 districts stepped out of line. The 750th Hunger Games brings great c...
