Your hand immediately shoots into the air once the female tribute’s paper is drawn, not even letting the announcer speak. “I volunteer.” You say confidently, though it’s almost like reflex. The world seems to slow around you as you realize just what you’ve signed up for.

Making your way up to the stage, you take your spot and wait for your partner to volunteer, Cato Hadley. He strides to the stage, glancing at you before you’re led off in applause. “So, this is it.” Cato turned to you.