The Hunger Games (Peeta's Story)

Chapter 1

Chapter 1

"I volunteer, I volunteer!" I hear Katniss shout.

My heart skips a beat. The girl I have crushed on since 1st grade is going to be fighting to the death. I may never see her again!

She slowly wanders towards the Hall of Justice and presents her name.

"Katniss Everdeen," she says, tears rolling down her cheeks.

Hearing that name always sends a shiver down my spine.

"Now for the boys!" Effie Trinket says as she walks towards the bowl. Without hesitation, her hand flies into the bowl then comes back out holding a slip of paper. She strolls over to the microphone, opens the slip of paper, then reads out the name.

"Peeta Malark!"

That's me. All eyes seemed to follow my every move as I slowly walk towards the peacekeepers. They grab me by the arms then guide me towards Effie and Katniss. I see my face on the big screen for everyone to look at. I find my hand reaching out to grab Katniss'. Our eyes meet and I quickly look away. I think she recognises me from all those months ago. She does. Shes looking at me sternly...

I suddenly feel a sharp push on my back. Effie is shoving us into the hall.

'BANG!' the door slams shut behind us. This may be the last day we see District 12! And our families...