Peeta looks behind him as he runs through the forest. He pushes tree branches out of his way, almost tripping over the exposed roots in the ground. He turns the corner and presses his back against the rocky wall, waiting for the other tribute to pass.

He glanced over at the river beside him, noticing a girl hunched over the water. He approaches her cautiously, she’s hurt, but she’s from the other district.

“Are you okay?” he asks hesitantly, causing her to flinch and turn her head.