Peeta and I walked down the platform of the train station with Theo in my arms. We rode all the way to the Capitol; practically in silence. The Capitol was not a place where good memories arose. After 4 hours, we stepped off of the silver coloured train, into the brightness of the all too familiar fake animated light.
"Katniss?" A voice called out.
That voice. A smile spread across my face as I slowly turn around, holding Theo close to my body.
"Effie!" I squeal.
She teeters over in her over the top heels and big blue and white dress. Her hair is the colour of the snow, with crystals topping it off. I smile even wider. That's the Effie I know.
"Oh, Katniss! Look at you! You look absolutely wonderful! I see you've been treating yourself well, yes? You must be, your cheeks are rosy and your eyes have that stubborn look in them again. No more defeat. And- Oh my goodness, who is this handsome little tyke!? Katniss, you never told me you were pregnant! Well, congratulations. Oh, isn't he absolutely precious!"
Peeta rolls his eyes jokingly as I laugh. Still the same old Effie.
"His name is Theo," I smile proudly, "He was born just before Christmas."
"He's got your hair and stubborn look Katniss, but he has Peeta's stunning blue eyes." She says softly, "And his outfit is just darling! Those beige pants and blue sweater vest are just perfect! Good job."
"We made sure to dress him up to meet you. We know how you like your fashion." Peeta laughs.
"Where are the others?" I interrupt, looking around the train station.
"Annie is with Johanna and Beetee. Enobaria is on the next train, and Cressida is with Pollux, who are coming back to pick us up. Where's haymitch?" She says.
"Drunk, I suppose." I say shorty. We hadn't been on good terms lately.
"Oh well," she sighs, "Oh look! I see Cressida and Pollux now."
I turn, only to be engulfed into s big hug by Cressida.
"Good to see you," she smiles, "And I see you've brought a little friend to surprise us all with."
"We lost contact when Peeta and I went back to 12, didn't we? I can't believe I didn't tell anyone we had a baby!" I chuckle.
"Well, he's going to be a little heart breaker, I can tell you that right now. He is simply stunning." She coos, rubbing his arm.
"Did you hear that, Theo? You're going to break all the girls' hearts." I laugh.
"If I ever let him date." Peeta adds.
We all laugh. It felt good to be back with my friends.
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I'm Ready To Fly
FanfictionKatniss and Peeta are back in District 12, a few years after the rebellion. Their lives are finally back where they want them to be, with their own little family. Follow their journey of ups and downs, laughter and tears, and joy.
