Reborn into the Hunger Games ( Finnick Odair x Male oc)

Chapter 18: Good-Byes and Train Ride

Chapter 18: Good-Byes And Train Ride

Finnick POV

Leaving early in the morning the day of the reaping for the 66th hunger games was hard. I had to leave behind my love and it just brought heartache and discomfort to my soul. It was even harder when I was staring down at him in the sea of other children waiting for the reaping to begin. He looked so nervous and scared. It was the very first time that I was not there by his side to give him comfort and reassurance. I couldn’t hold his soft smooth hands like I did the years before. All I could do was just look into his eyes and watch my darling husband’s beautiful face and try to give him a source of comfort to look at.

When the time came to pick the next tributes for the 66th hunger games , my heart started to beat so fast. I was having a panic attack within myself. All I thought was the possibility of losing the love of my life. I could show all these emotions on my face because I had to perform for the people of the capitol when they were filming all that was going around today.

Lily began her announcements and finally drawed a young boy’s name to become a tribute. When the little Percy’s name was called I looked immediately towards Rudy. I knew he was going to volunteer and hearing the little boy’s cries I knew my love would try to spare the kid’s life. Rudy never liked the fact that kids as young as Percy had to participate in the games. Here is the thing though, I knew he was going to volunteer beforehand, but it still doesn’t make things any easier or make this situation any better. Hearing my darling yell out “I Volunteer as tribute” had made me feel like my heart was ripped out of my chest. At that moment, Our plans had been set in motion. The game of chess has begun between two different kings. All I could think was, “Don’t worry,My love! I promise to keep you safe and bring you back home. I will always be there for you, My love for all of eternity. 

Rudy POV

I was quickly escorted out the plaza and into a car that took me to the justice building. I was in the exact same room where I said my good-byes to Finnick the year before. The room brought back memories, but it still felt like a cage. I wonder who will come to see me off besides my family. Mentors couldn’t see tributes and say their goob-byes if they did the tributes beforehand. So, I wouldn’t be seeing my lovely husband till later on in the day.

Time ticked on, and my thoughts and feelings had started to settle after the morning rush. My legs began to wobble and my body began to shake once more. All my courage and facade had begun to fade. I was scared and I knew what I was getting myself into; but that doesn’t change the fact that I was still human. I wanted to cry, but I didn’t want to make myself look weak in front of cameras that were always watching.  I took a deep breath to try to calm myself.

When I was trying to calm myself the door had been opened. I looked up and saw my mother, father, and brother. We already said our good-byes the day prior. However, they still wanted the chance to see for once last chance for a good long while. They told me that they love me and to stay strong. They said to survive, which I will try my very best to do. With one last farewell, they gave me hugs and kisses for one precious family moment. As I saw them leave through the doors, I waved at them and said in a low whisper,” until we meet again.”

After they were gone, a few minutes went by. Someone else came in through the doors. In came little Precy and his family. Percy ran straight into me and started to cry on me. He thanked me for taking his place when I didn’t have to. His parents gave me their gratitude and heartfelt words. Percy is a sweet boy and I am happy that I could spare him from death and pain. They each gave me a hug as they said their peace to me. As they left, I waved bye to them and saw them walk out the door.

A little bit later, A peacekeeper banged on the door and said,” Times up!” I gather my courage and all my strength to walk out the door. I looked at my wedding ring that hangs around my neck and I thought of Finnick. He will always be by my side even when he can’t be here in person to do so. I had to stay strong for him and make sure I win these games. Our future hangs in the balance on the outcome of the 66th hunger games.