"Because we've never needed to designate something that's especially going to be hit by sticks?" I point out. "A Dauntless would just hand everyone a blunt weapon and watch." Giving Christina a teasing look, I recall her words about the Ferris Wheel when we played Capture the Flag, "And good look to you!"

I wrap an arm around her shoulders, comfortable enough with Christina to do it without any hesitation. I try not to think of the people who should be here, like Peeta, but I smile. "This is my first real birthday party, you know."