Such a gracious gentleman, always so pleasant and thoughtful. Effie blinks back tears, and holds her poor girl’s hand.Įffie loves both of her victors equally, but she’s always had a soft spot for Peeta. “He has too many people who love him too much to just let him slip away. Now more than ever, it’s important to look on the bright side. “We will find a way to-to snap him out of this,” she promises, and hopes her smile is more convincing than it feels. “Oh, darling girl,” Effie says, pressing her fingers lightly to Katniss’s cheek. Effie feels a flash of nostalgia for the old surliness that used to blaze in them. The corner of Katniss’s mouth twitches, just slightly. “It’s the closest thing to innovative fashion that I’ve seen in this dullsville district.” “You know, I like this,” she says, tapping the neck brace with a careful finger. Peeta did quite a number on her vocal cords.Įffie smiles at her and sits daintily on the side of the bed. Haymitch told Effie all about that beforehand. Katniss lifts her hand weakly in greeting. She supposes she can understand why the girl might not return the feeling. When Effie approaches, Prim gives her a tight smile, hugs Katniss, and leaves.Įffie has always found Prim wonderful. The poor thing is drowsy from morphling, wearing a bulky neck brace. Like most happiness these days, it’s short lived. When she hears that Peeta’s been rescued, that all of the captured victors have, Effie feels such happiness. Effie adjusts to life, and Haymitch, in District 13. So i stayed in the darkness with you - The Hunger Games Haymitch/Effie 5,500 words Part 2 of 2.
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