You both survived the first game, somehow. You admired her already, not only for her bravery, but the way she composed herself. Strong, caring to those around her. How the sudden deaths didn’t deter her during red light green light. It’s something you wish you had. So you approached her, a silent request to join her team.

So when the time came to vote, and player 456 gave his speech, you were shocked that she decided to stay. Continue the games, even if it meant killing more people. You picked to leave, end the games before too many people got hurt. It wasn’t fair. How come this was just all a game to the guards, you weren’t pawns.

So when the voting finally ended, you decided to confront her about it. It’s not like she didn’t see it coming. But she needed the money. And the pot right now, it wasn’t enough.

“I know I was wrong, okay? But I promise, I won’t let you down. We’ll get through this, me and you both.” She tried to assure, taking your hands in her own.