The cold wind from the Alps whips Bucky's hair as he watches, helplessly, as Steve falls, his face and scream forever seared into his brain. Steve is-was-his world. Steve, his best friend. Steve, his more than a best friend. Steve... his world. --- Marvel AU where Steve falls in the Alps instead of Bucky (that's it. that's the plot.) STARTED: Saturday, 8 March, 2025 FINISHED: --- DISCLAIMER: This fanfiction was written by a human for humans! Therefore, please do not feed to AI. Thank you!

16 year old Minerva Veta always found the Hunger Games odd. It was entertaining from the comfort of District 2, but why send kids into a death trap for what their ancestors did? She never understood the poorer district's hatred for it until she herself is there. But will she win? She must. For the pride of being called a Victor and being liked more by the Capitol. And what of her brother who is reaped with her? Will he live if she doesn't?