When Reaper was picked for the Hunger games, everyone had hope for him. He had won of course and he had started a rebellion, but he shut it down when they threatened to torture and kill you and his family in front of him.

He was send back home to District 11 with his tail tucked between his legs and his head hung out of shame.

As soon as you saw him, you practically tackled him. He of course hugged you back tightly, but remained silent.