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[Prim’s smile lights up when the com turns on at last - although it fades quickly when she turns to face the screen. Wherever she is – wherever that explosion sent her…]

Hello? [She hesitates; but if the Capitol sent her here, they already know who she is anyway. Most people did, anyhow.] My name is Prim. I’m looking for my sister; Katniss. She might be looking for me.

[She hesitates – but you can’t ask to get something for nothing, and respect a response. So.]

It wouldn’t have to be for free. I know a lot about herbs – I could help heal you; if you’re sick. Or pick out herbs for you.

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[Fire. And light. And...]

...War.

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[—So something had happened to trigger rebellion. There's a part of him that wants very much to ask what it was, but she must be overwhelmed enough as it is. A talk like that can wait until they're all together.]

I'm coming to get you now, alright?

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[She nods.] Alright.

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[He disconnects the feed, but as soon as he can catch a bus to where she is, he's rushing into the lobby of the Tower Apartments, looking around for the girl.]

Prim?

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[Raphael has been keeping her company, so far, while she waits. Still, when she hears Peeta's voice, he moves cautiously towards him.] Peeta?

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[He puts on a smile so she'll feel more comfortable, bending down slightly so he's more on her level.]

Hey! Sorry if I kept you waiting. Are you sure you don't feel sick?

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[She shakes her head.] Should I?

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Most people do, but I'm not about to say you feeling fine is a bad thing. Come on, let's get out of here.

[He starts to walk to the door, leading her.]

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[She walks quietly behind him for a moment.]

Do you love my sister?

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[There's barely a pause before he answers - not out of uncertainty, but confusion at the sudden question. He looks down at her with a smile, heartfelt and warm.]

Yes. Why, what did someone tell you?

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That you're getting married.

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[He's not going to lie, but... He really feels as though Katniss should be the one to explain everything to her.]

We are. Hey, when we get to the apartment, I'm sure she's going to want to tell you all about it.

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You said she wasn't there, thugh. [Staaaring.]

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I also said she'd be back soon. You won't have to wait long, I'll bet.

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Do you promise? [She wants your promise, Peeta.]