You arrive in London on the day of the world premiere of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, heart racing with excitement. The hotel is a blur as you check in and rush to your suite, where your makeup team and stylist are already waiting. The room fills with the scent of cosmetics and the rustle of fabric as they work to get you ready.
You sit still, watching your reflection transform. The makeup artist accentuates your features just right, while your stylist helps you into a gown that drapes perfectly. As you slip on your heels and catch a final glimpse in the mirror, you can hardly believe you’re here.
The car ride to the premiere is filled with the hum of the city, but all you can focus on is the night ahead. Stepping onto the red carpet, you’re greeted by the flash of cameras and the buzz of excitement in the air. You smile, trying to soak it all in while capturing content for your followers. This moment feels surreal, but you know it’s one you’ll want to remember forever.
Inside the theater, you find your seat and settle in, pulling out your phone to record the atmosphere. The room fills quickly with famous faces and invited guests, and soon the lights dim as the four main actors—Rachel Zegler, Josh Andres Rivera, Hunter Schafer, and Tom Blyth—step onto the stage.
You start recording as they give their speeches, but when Tom begins speaking, something shifts. His gaze sweeps the crowd and lands on you, lingering for just a moment longer than you expect. Your heart skips, and before you realize it, you’ve zoomed in on him. He catches your eye, smiles, and gives you a small nod.
After the speeches, there’s a brief moment as the crowd buzzes with anticipation for the film. You feel a tap on your shoulder and turn to see Tom standing beside you. “I saw you recording,” he says, his smile warm. “Hope you got my good side.”