#and i mean “baby” as in katniss btw

[softchouli]

When Katniss' third trimester collided with winter, she stopped going to the woods altogether. It was a reasonable decision advised by her mother who was now on close watch, but it didn't do any good to the intense uneasiness Katniss felt most of the time.

As much as she was trying to keep busy indoors, what seemed to placate her the best even if short-lived on some days, was Peeta's contribution to their child's bedroom.

She immediately took interest when he started to block out a variety of big green sections. Then her husband picked the comfiest armchair in the house and paired it with pillows, so she could watch for as long as she wanted, her favorite person doing their favorite thing.

On breaks Peeta would sit beside her, while she took one of his sturdy and contagiously warm hands in both of hers. Tracing and caressing the colorful smudges, hoping their child could take after him and inherit those very same hands.

As days flew by, flowers began to bloom on the gradient green that became intricate foliage, but with no onions in sight. Peeta diligently embellished all the flowers Katniss had taught him about. A wildflower garden shielded from wilting, curated with all the ones that bring hummingbirds and bees around.

Even Buttercup acquired a spot on the wall, peacefully curled up, fur in a generous rendition, surrounded by the blossoms that gave him a name. An old resilient little thing, he barely hears anymore and Katniss suspects he soon won't see too. He lays on Katniss' lap while Peeta paints, the cat's new habit consists of sleeping next to Katniss whenever he sees her close enough to do it, as if on duty to protect her belly.

Later on a ladder, Peeta moves to work on the ceiling. A lilac base starts to take form with pale pinkish clouds that meet his orange right on the corner of the wall that has a window. It looks just like the sunset's 12 displays in better weather. Like Peeta is ensuring their child's little world would still have a clear sky even in grayish times. It's so limpid that sometimes Katniss swore if she was sleepy enough the fluffy clouds would start moving lethargically.

"I can repaint when our child gets a little older and asks me for something else," Peeta told her, the day when there were no more blank parts to give life.

He knows it will take time for the baby to sleep in the room, even when the little one can finally be by their side. Katniss had long before accommodated a crib by the couple's bed, just to be sure it would fit perfectly there, and it has been the furniture's designed place ever since. However, putting the nursery together gives them a sense of a new reality. It makes them both aware of a future where everything good in their family could take a life of its own.

One night when he enters their shared bedroom, the sight of his wife on the bed greets him. She's frowning, seemingly lost in thoughts while working on soft wool, baby shoes judging by the size of the yellow piece she's holding. For months she's been doing all types of small-sized garments to occupy her mind and free time, and by now they could dress a whole town.

The moment she notices him and looks up, Peeta turns the lights off.

"What are you doing?" Tone telling him her frown it's even deeper now.

His answer comes in the form of him gently scooping her from the bed, "taking you two to see a surprise."

"Peeta I'm not looking forward to seeing the floor, turn on the lights, you're going to drop us all." She's clinging to him now, knowing well her full weight, precious baby bump included, are in utter safety in his arms. The years she was steadily taken care of in their hold could prove It.

That makes him chuckle, the rumble on his chest a feeling too familiar. She wants to stay annoyed but her body, the betrayer that it is, instantly relaxes towards his stable warmth.

"Alright, close your eyes."

"I don't know if you noticed yet…" she gestures in the air, "it's already pitch-black." She tries to state the matter-of-fact information with a brisk voice, but by the last word, her hand is back on his shoulder.

So Peeta, as best as he can, presses his forehead on hers. "My love, close your eyes please." He can feel the sigh she lets out against his face, and he's sure she can feel how that only served to amplify his grin.

"They're closed now, but I could be lying, and you wouldn't even know," she mumbled defeatedly.

The sound of his steps, so distracting for hunting, grew to be the kind of noise Katniss is most fond of in their home. The comforting signal that her husband was nearby. And said noise takes her to the faintest smell of paint. Their child's room.

"You can open them now."

There's no complete darkness when Katniss does as she was told to. Diminutive spots are carefully placed everywhere and they timidly shine, like fractionated versions of the sun that mirrors on the lake's surface.

As her eyes take in and get gradually used to it, Peeta slowly walks closer for further inspection so she can make more sense of the dots. The little bright circles have shapes, it's too delicate and detailed, he must've used one of those thin brushes to make this frizzy at the edges. And it's when it hits Katniss.

Dandelion seeds.

Dispersing as if they were being blown away by the wind, twirling in pretty, fluid patterns, going up to their child sky to take the place of stars. Forming constellations that seemed to be dancing just like the fireflies that accompany cicadas and dragonflies in the summertime.

"It's luminescent paint, it absorbs light so it can look like this when there's none," he says smiling, cheek pressed against her loose hair. "But I think it looks the brightest after getting exposed to natural light."

"Their last glimpse before falling asleep." She softly blurts out in awe, and as tears are threatening to spill over the edge; she manages to release a "thank you," right by the side of his neck, her best-loved hiding place.

"Katniss just a few more days until we can see them, my love" Peeta whispers against the crown of her head, squeezing her a little tighter, his endless effort to make her lighter.

The last thing Peeta remembers from that night is blurry, a mixture of them going back to bed, the slight dampness from the tears on the nightshirt his wife was grasping. The soft sounds of Katniss humming herself to calmness.

The first thing Peeta remembers from the next morning is clear as that first day of spring. It sent him running to bring Mrs. Everdeen. To help them finally welcome the permanent visit they couldn't wait any longer to receive.

[ssaalexblake]

My niece's school class was born during the peak Hunger games mania, so when I say I've seen many children with *stealthy thg names I'm not kidding, but today I came across a child called Katniss which. I hope that kid is chill with that because there's not even any plausible deniability there.

*they are not That stealthy

[reidsglasscs]

ISN’T SHE SO SWEET?

✸ pairing: percy jackson x daughter of artemis! reader smau

✸ notes: requested by @sunnflowerss-wp !! this prompt was fun & i looooooved incorporating my hunters of artemis girlies <3

…now playing: there she goes — the la’s

percyjacks: “but percy, she’s so scary” are we looking at the same person? 🤨 new moon=yn appreciation day

tagged: yn.ln

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team.leo: look i said that ONCE bc she shot me and i feared for my life

╰┈➤ percyjacks: excuses excuses, if she shot you then you deserved it

╰┈➤ team.leo: BRO THE GAME WAS OVER???

╰┈➤ percyjacks: LALALAL 👨‍🦯

╰┈➤ annabethc: did…did you just use a blind emoji for not being able to hear?

╰┈➤ percyjacks: omg beth let me live

piedpiper: EVERY day should be yn appreciation day wdym 😒

╰┈➤ percyjacks: yk what piper, you’re so right, my sincerely apologies to everyone

yn.ln: NOOOOO BABE YOU’RE EXPOSING ALL OF MY SECRETSSSSS

╰┈➤ percyjacks: sweetheart…you’re about as secretive as piper is straight

╰┈➤ yn.ln: HEY

lieutenant.thal: new moon = thalia visits day, hand over my girl

╰┈➤ percyjacks: im sorry, WHOSE girl???

╰┈➤ lieutenant.thal: did i stutter?

annabethc: those cookies in the second pic were bomb asf, you’re welcome

╰┈➤ yn.ln: make more beth, im begging 🙏🙏

neeks._: i’ve quite literally seen her try and bite people’s fingers off before

╰┈➤ percyjacks: what’s your point? 😒

╰┈➤ neeks._: oh there isn’t one im js sayin

gracefully.jason: she’s pretty, but where’s my man percy at?

╰┈➤ yn.ln: you mean MY man. i will hunt you down, grace

╰┈➤ percyjacks: she’s so sweet ����

…now playing: tek it — cafuné

yn.ln: the peeta to my katniss 🤍🏹

tagged: percyjacks

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lieutenant.thal: babe it’s not too late to join 🙏🙏

╰┈➤ percyjacks: yn block her PLEASE

╰┈➤ yn.ln: no to both of you 🤍

hazel_lev: YOU GUYS ARE SO CUTIE TOOTIE

╰┈➤ yn.ln: JSJSKSK ILY HAZE <33

percyjacks: idk who this peeta guy is but i think i look pretty damn good 😮‍💨

╰┈➤ yn.ln: look, i love you but don’t disrespect peeta mellark like that

piedpiper: you guys are cut but im gonna throw up next time im within a 3 mile radius omg

╰┈➤ team.leo: this is how we all feel when you and annabeth are all over each other btw!

╰┈➤ annabethc: you’re just mad because you can’t get a girl

╰┈➤ piedpiper: GET HIS ASS BABY 🗣️ (suck it, valdez)

gracefully.jason: idk what tf bread and cats have to do with this post but go yn 🙌

╰┈➤ yn.ln: …

╰┈➤ percyjacks: jason… bro

╰┈➤ yn.ln: i have never sighed so hard at a comment before in my life

reyna.ara: gods, i love it when his face is hidden & all i can see is you, you’re so gorgeous bae <3

╰┈➤ yn.ln: stawwwwwp 🤭

╰┈➤ pecyjacks: yeah. stop.

╰┈➤ reyna.ara: percy. three’s a crowd.

thegoat_: it’s so unfortunate to say but i took two thirds of these pictures

╰┈➤ yn.ln: grover do NOT act like i dont take cutie pics of you & juniper ☹️( reminder: 🏹)

╰┈➤ thegoat_: you are absolutely right, pretend I didn’t say anything (pls but the bow down)

percyjacks: gods, i love you 🩵

╰┈➤ yn.ln: i love you too, seaweed brain 🤎

[lovebeatriceplz]

Vi is the most gut wrenching representation of the older sister experience since Katniss Everdeen (my opinion). Starting off strong with witnessing your parents' death with your baby sister on your arm. Putting her first and looking out for her, I just know there has been nights, maybe in a row that Vi didn't eat so Powder could have food. Just generally making sure she's okay, not allowing Mylo to talk down to her. I took a break when Vander gave her the whole "those kids....they look up to you" speech, because it wasn't even the fourth episode and my chest already felt tight. It wasn't just Powder she was looking out for all of them. The willingness to give herself up so her sister could live in peace (somewhat), Vander telling her that she has a good heart, so she tries so so hard to keep it that way. The guilt and shame after calling Powder a jinx, being upset with her but trying to get to her the minute she's in danger. We don't talk about that enough btw!!, she was 14, and her family just died in a very horrific and painful way, then Powder, she knows she didn't mean it but she still did it, it couldn't be undone. It makes my stomach hurt. I haven't even started s2 but I just know that all she's trying to do is to keep everything together, while falling apart herself (someone give her a hug rn)

[fushiguro]

Do you mind if I ask your top 10 favorite characters (can be male or female) from all of the media that you loved (can be anime/manga, books, movies or tv series)? And why do you love them? Sorry if you've answered this question before.....Thanks...

ohhh thank you for this question! mmm let's try this, im trying to mix fandoms and not repeat them:

kamala khan from marvel comics: she's the first character i found that i could relate to somehow in mainstream media and i love how complex and brave she is. she's so inspiring to me and growing up with her has been a unique experience, i hold her dear to my heart.

yuuji itadori from jujutsu kaisen: THAT'S MY SON!!!!! i love him so much, he's like that type of character that it's just THE SUN !!!!! i want to keep him safe in my pocket so nothing bad ever happens to him!!! he''s so brave, the fact he decided to enroll jujutsu high only because he wanted to save people, he wanted to do good things askdsjfnj my baby for real <3

sydney adamu from the bear: i love how determined she is. like. she still faces struggles and downs but she is determined to reach her goal and that is so inspiring. plus she's funny and she's played by god herself (ayo edebiri). girlboss of the century.

kate sharma from bridgerton: i fell in love with her reading the book but seeing her played by simone ashley was lifechanging. i am obsessed with her, her dynamic with anthony is one of my fav ships ever (and im usually not into period dramas or period romances), and i can't wait to see more of her. watching bridgerton for kate and kanthony ONLY

bigby wolf from the wolf among us: dude. DUDE. CHARACTER OF ALL TIME. he is a werewolf (i have an insane obsession with werewolves), he is a himbo, he is out there protecting women, he is everything!!!! i love that he is viewed as a dangerous individual yet he is always seeking to do good. idk i love him telltale pls release twau 2 so i can see him

velma dinkley from scooby doo: she is me. i once saw a scooby doo film when i was like 6 and never looked back. she is me. she is bisexual she is a virgo she is a nerd she is obsessed with mysteries she cant see without her glasses she IS ME

spirit from spirit: stallion of the cimarron: one of my fav movies ever, lead by my fav horse ever. he means the world to me and both him and the movie kind of dictated everything i believe in nowadays since i first watched the movie if that makes sense

dinah lance from dc comics: WIFEYYYY even though i have to say i have a complicated relationship with her comics, this was love at first sight. dinah was one of the first dc characters i came across with and i instantly knew she was going to be a fav. i love her powers, her design, her dynamics with other characters and i love her. wish there were more comics that featured a depiction of her that i liked

louis de pointe du lac from interview with the vampire: i am so intrigued by him as a character and i cant wait to see s2 and read the book(s). im referring only to jacob anderson's depiction of the character, btw. im usually not into main characters but there's just something about him that makes me love him. he is so haunted and has gone through so much, it's so interesting to see his journey regarding being a vampire and having this new life.

katniss everdeen from the hunger games: there will never be a leading lady of a young adult saga like her. like. there will NEVER be. she is so complex and so human and so brave and so reserved and all her choices and dlskjmfknfjd. i dont know what else to say dfkjngj.

[fyreflys]

So! To start out with I should say I have NOT read all of Swan Upon Leda mostly a few snippets you've posted but. One part I did see has made me want to ask this. Please excuse me if I sound like I have not even read it because I haven't and at the same time I have to ask. One of the things that made me avoid reading it is one of the excerpts you posted was a scene of Katniss agreeing to try for a baby but also, having to ask Peeta to remind her that she wanted it, even when she didn't think she did and pritty clearly didn't? Peeta, rightfully, questions this and kinda resists her but if I remember right, he agrees. Guess my question is, if Katniss's feelings change? Does she ever really want to have the baby they are planning, or does she kinda remain needing Peeta to tell her she does. It would be kinda, heartbreaking if she feels that way. Just how much she knows she would not want to do it if he didn't remind her that she did. Instead of being sure of wanting a baby and being excited and happy about it. Again. Apologize if I am missing something and am not getting it. I just had to ask cause reading that excerpt has turned me away from the fic and I want to know if it shouldn't.

A great question!

I actually didn’t know I’d shared that snippet I guess all I do is spoil my own secrets huh LOL. But actually (conveniently) I just updated the fic like 20 minutes ago and the scene you are referring to is actually part of the newest chapter, which would add way more context. (Linked in my pinned btw)

Buuuutttt I will explain anyways, for your sake (so hopefully you do want to read it, because I’ve been told it’s good 😉, hehehe) and just in case it’s not clear even within the fic :)

!!!Spoilers for Swan Upon Leda!!!

Katniss does want kids. She realizes that she really wants kids, not just for Peeta, but for herself. She wants to move on and put the past behind them and she wants to be able to make her own choices and she realizes that having children is a major part of all of that. And she wants kids (I cannot stress it enough- the woman WANTS KIDS). But all she’s know is being scared, and she doesn’t know how to move on, even if she really really wants to. That, and after everyone she’s lost, she’s terrified of losing more people. But she realizes that she wants kids more than the idea of losing more people scares her. But it still scares her, and (at this point in my story) Katniss has become self aware enough to recognize when she’s prone to letting her fear prevent her from doing things she wants to do. So she tells Peeta that he needs to help her, to remind her that this is what she wants (because it IS what she wants), and to not let her chicken out. So she’s not so much asking Peeta to convince her to have kids- it’s that she’s asking him to help her not be scared about it. Because she doesn’t want to be scared about having kids because she wants kids. (I mean kids are scary & raising them is like one of the hardest things in the world & if ur not scared of that ur CRAZY).

And to spoil my work even more, I provide you with another snippet that gives more context to the snippet I believe you are talking about (which I’ve also included)

Hopefully that clears up any confusion and/or answers your question! I now realize that maybe that scene is a little confusing. So probably a good thing you asked so I could address it!

[everlarkficquestions]

Whatever Day it is Today Stumped Day 36

It’s another Sunday ?? Stumped Day!

Sometimes we straight out get stumped. So every few months we will pick a Sunday when we’ll post of a list of asks that we need your help on.

In this round, we are focusing on asks for specific stories.   If your ask for a more general “type of” story is not included, it does not mean we are ignoring it, it just means we need more time to research and answer these asks.

If  you know the answer to any of these asks please shoot us a message/  ask/  with the Post number and the fic details and we’ll add it and give you a shout out with our thanks.  Any links you can provide will also be super helpful.

Thanks!

Post 1 , Post 2 , Post 3, Post 4, Post 5, Post 6, Post 7, Post 8, Post 9, Post 10, Post 11, Post 12, Post 13, Post 14, Post 15, Post 16, Post 17, Post 18, Post 19, Post 20, Post 21, Post 22 , Post 23, Post 24, Post 25, Post 26,  Post 27, Post 28, Post 29 , Post 30, Post 31, Post 32, Post 33, Post 34 and Post 35 can be found here - and there are still fics we need your help with.

597. weepingmilkshakesandwich asked:there's a fic that I can't find where Peeta takes Katniss to the lake and Effie gives Katniss a bikini that becomes transparent in the water, but Katniss has no idea. Could you help me find it?

598. weepingmilkshakesandwich asked:any where k and p go to the hob and sae makes fun of them?

599. eversnarkly asked:Hey! I was wondering if you could help me find this story that focuses on Katniss only dating older guys and eventually dating Peeta's older brother, until she discovers that he's immature and then gets with Peeta, who's her age. I think it was posted on tumblr as a one-shot and also features Rue as her friend. Rue's brother is Thresh, who's older and dated Katniss in the past. Thanks!

FOUND! Closing the (Age) Gap - Savvylark (Thank you, @daydreamsandcaffeine!)

600. alwayseverlark asked:Hello!! As always thanks so much for your work! This is the best blog ever!!I am looking for a AU- modern setting, where Katniss returns to her town and Peeta is going to marry Delly, but Katniss still loves Peeta (I’m not sure if she never told him or broke with him), they have a conversation in the back door of the bakery (they are sit down on the stairs)Does it ring a bell?

601. myminemind asked:Hi! I was wondering if you'd help me find an everlark fic I think it's in ff . net where katniss and peeta's daughter was attacked when she played in the woods..? I think the daughter's name is Grace but I might mix it up with other fanfic I read.. it's been a long time but I'd love to rediscover it if possible thank you so much for all that you do!! :)

602. crazedfangirlofmanythings asked:Hi, Hi yall! Been a bit but I'm lost. I'm not sure we're i read it, but its where Katniss and Gale go out into the woods. The have to keep away and Peeta is taken in the Capitol. She finds out she's pregnant and has to lie to the world that its Peeta even thought she doesn't love him. Anyone got ideas? It's killing me!

FOUND! Could this be Spectator by FanficAllergy? (Thank you, @rosefyrefyre!)

603. acromioclavicular3 asked:Hi! I think I left an ask of this before but I kinda remember some more details.I was looking for this smutty fic where Katniss and Peeta are having dinner, possibly celebrating an anniversary or a birthday. Katniss gets jealous at a waitress.They go home. Katniss is upset and in their bedroom Peeta asks why. She reveals that it's because Peeta was giving the waitress a smile that was hers, that was only meant for Katniss. As they begin to undress Peeta reaizes Katniss isn't wearing anything underneath the dress the whole time.Peeta proceeds to make it up to Katniss by seductively removing her clothes for her and touching her slowly saying things like "these eyes are yours" as he looks at her, "these hands are yours" as he dips his fingers between her legs....Basically Peeta saying that everything he is is "yours"  to Katniss.I thank you in advance!

604. stupidsatsuma asked:Hello! The fic I’m looking for is one that, if I recall correctly, was an angsty story with a happy ending.  Pretty sure it’s a neighbors style AU, but one where Peeta is slightly older. Katniss always wanted him to be her first, but then he goes off to college and I think she ends up asking another one of their friends (maybe Finnick??) to be her first. I can’t remember if she follows through with this other guy or not, but I am sure it was everlark endgame (because of course!) it just was a bit of a trip to get there. Maybe I overlooked it on one of the master lists, or maybe I’m even getting my fandoms mixed up? (Entirely possible, there are so many to keep track of...) Either way, thanks in advance and have a great day!

605. allflowerscatchthesunlight asked:Hey! I’m looking for a fic that was on ffnet. Katniss gets pregnant with peetas baby between catching fire and mockingjay. Peeta I think was captured then returned. When the baby is born and after the war when they’re in district twelve katniss becomes distant and lives alone in her victors house. Peeta ends up taking care of the toddler girl. Katniss slowly rebuilds her relationship with them both. Really sad :(

606. sweetjentlehome asked:hey! im looking for this fic: it is about gale’s pov watching peeta comfort katniss after a nightmare at night. there’s no dialogue between katniss and peeta as gale cannot hear them, and i also remember that it was like snowing so peeta wraps his scarf around katniss neck and the next morning in the everdeen home prim comments on the scarf. im so sorry this sounds so confusing

FOUND! Gale’s Window - JavisTG

607. supreme-doritos asked:Hi! first off i just wanna say your page is amazing!! ive read so many ffics bc of it so thank you <3   i was wondering if you know of any catching fire fics where katniss isn't as naive and actually sorta knows whats going on/is more aware that her actions have consequences? also do you know of any fics where katniss is friends with the other victors (eg she won before the 74th games or she is just nicer etc lol)? thank you so much!! :)

608. luckyphoenix asked:Hi! Are there any fics where Peeta has a nickname (From family, friends, or K)? I’ve read some where he’s called peanut by his dad or angel by K but I can’t remember where?

His dad calls him Peanut in these:

See Right Through My Walls - HPfanonezillion

Catch Me As I Fall - HPfanonezillion

Katniss calls Peeta “Peanut” in this one:

Fifty Shades of Peeta - mrspeetamellark

609. makennalovessunshine asked:I know there are a lot of fics that show the affects of Peetas abuse from the capitol but do you know of any that show the effects of his moms abuse. Like flinching when someone makes a gesture cause his first thought is that there going to hit him or anything simialar?💚

Let Me Fly - FanficAllergy & RoseFyreFyre

610. emilythelegend asked:Any touch starved katniss fics??

611. atfhj asked:Hi! Do you know of the story where Katniss was dating Gale and Peeta was Gale’s apartment neighbor. I think it started with Katniss showing up in a trench coat (w nothing under) on Peeta’s door instead of Gale’s. Also, do you know one where Katniss is Peeta’s personal assistant? I remember one where Peeta was older than Katniss and they both went to Finnick and Annie’s wedding, which was back in Peeta’s hometown.

FOUND!1) Rain, come again - orphan_account (Thank you, @emilia206!)

 - or -

This ficlet - atetheredmind (Thank you, @allie-rose!)

2) Baked - peetazeus (Thank you, @finnickfoxes!)

612. stonyspideypool asked:Hey! I can't remember what this fanfic is called but it is explicit. And katniss and peeta are in college I think they are best friends.. or it might be gale and katniss but she gives him a blowjob when he's trying to work or somethin and gale walks in but he doesn't know I can't remember what it's called.. there's also another one where she does it in the bakery. Sorry I can't remember 😅LOVE THE BLOG BTW❤💙❤💙

FOUND! Part of this sounds like the second chapter of Saint Peeta by thegirlonpeetamellark. (Thank you, @bellairestrella!)

Do any of these fics ring a bell? Please let us know!

[jlalafics]

Hey! 41 if you’re still doing them :))) love your fics btw!!

Happy New Year, friend, and thank you for reading my stories!

41. comfort food

Victors’ Village was once the beacon of District 12; a cul-de-sac of mansions, all gleaming white.

Over the years—after a raid, and an eventual rebellion—the once grand neighborhood was now falling apart. Half of the houses were destroyed while the others had fallen in disrepair due to ageing and poor construction.

Peeta cursed under his breath as another gust of wind seem to rattle through the kitchen and he made a mental note to search for the spot when he had the time.

Thankfully, the burner for their stove kept a steady warmth inside the kitchen as he prepared lunch for Katniss.

Four years, they had lived in their home in Victors’ Village and this was the first time that she had been violently sick. It had been gradual—loss of appetite, a little sneeze here and there, then exhaustion. Last week, he had found her asleep on the couch, her bow still in her grasp while Buttercup meowed in annoyance because his spot was taken.

Since then, Katniss had kept to their bedroom and Peeta had become her nursemaid. Haymitch had sent out a message to Effie to get some Capitol medication to help her out of the funk. Yesterday, their former mentor had dropped off a thick, wool blanket that he just happened to find in town—god forbid that he admit that he cared.

As for himself, Peeta had tried hard not to worry. For so long, it was Katniss who had taken care of him, who soothed him during his illnesses, whether they be physical or emotional.

Now it was his turn. He would not let her down.

He stirred the thick liquid in the pot before going to the nearby cabinet to grab a bowl and small plate to place on the tray on their kitchen table. Taking the thick bowl, he brought it to the pot and scooped the stew into it before placing it on a tray. Then quickly, he reached into the oven, grabbing the warm rolls, placing them onto the plate.

Carefully, Peeta lifted the tray, heading out and up the stairs.

He entered the room to find Katniss sitting up, swathed in blankets with Buttercup at the foot of their bed.

“I guess I’m not the only one who’s worried about you,” he said with a grin.

Katniss smiled faintly. “He’s afraid that his game supply will run out.”

“I brought lunch.” He held the tray up. “Do you have the stomach for it?”

“What is it?” she asked in interest.

“Lamb stew from the Effie’s last shipment and some rolls.” He rounded the bed, sitting on his side of the bed. “Thought you could use some comfort food.”

There was a hungry glint in her eyes as he pulled the legs of the tray to stand it in front of her.

He placed a napkin on her lap, then reached for the spoon to scoop some stew.

Blowing it gently, Peeta held the spoon out. “Open up.”

Katniss raised a brow. “Really? I can feed myself.”

“I just want to take care of you,” he insisted. “You’re always taking care of me and I’ve been in much more rotten states than you are.”

Giving him an indulgent smile, Katniss opened her mouth, letting him feed her. They fell into silence as he helped her eat, handing her the spoon as he reached to tear into a roll for her.

“You’re eating a lot better,” Peeta remarked. “Two days ago, you spent most of the day on the floor of the bathroom.”

Katniss flushed in embarrassment. “Not my finest moment.”

“No big deal. There’s no Capitol cameras to witness it.” Peeta pressed a kiss to her cheek. “It’s just you, me, and Buttercup.”

She rested back against the headboard. “I think I’m finished.”

Taking the tray, he moved it to an adjacent chair and joined her back on the bed, slipping underneath the blankets with her.

“Thank you,” she told him.

“For what?”

“For taking care of us.”

“I love you,” he told her, his hand going to her cheek. “I always going to take care of you.” He reached over to scratch behind Buttercup’s ear. “And this guy pretty much takes care of himself.”

“I didn’t mean Buttercup when I said ‘us.” Her hand went to her abdomen. “I meant…”

His eyes shot to where her hand rested. “What?”

“I’m tired, nauseous, and throwing up,” she explained. “And I’m late.”

He moved in closer. “By how long?”

“About two weeks?” Katniss met his eyes anxiously. “I know we’ve talked about it…argued it about really…but I’m happy about this. I hope you are—”

His arms went around Katniss’ waist, pulling her onto his lap. “We’re having a baby.”

“We are.” Katniss caressed his cheek tenderly. “You’re going to be a great father.”

He blinked back tears as he gazed up at her. “You’re going to be the best mother.”

Nestled in blankets, their lips met, soaked in the hope of the new life being brought into their home.

[everlarkiguess]

Peeta shouldn't have put Katniss on the spot in the interviews (and the beach scene I guess) without telling her, and he shouldn't have pressured her to have kids, Real or not real? This is a legitimate question btw, someone asked me the same thing and I didn't know how to respond. You say such smart things about Everlark I thought I'd try to ask.

So I keep seeing these pop up but their usually deleted so I can’t repost people’s reply. Here’s my take on this which includes some points from post hunger games syndrome.

So when people mean by this is that it takes away her choice. Some people agrue that the first two places chains on her where she has to “play a part” and blindsides her. So for the confession of love, I would agrue that it doesn’t really come out of nowhere. Somewhere between “she has no idea the effect she can have” and basically I lot of things he says in the tribute centre hits he likes her. Idk if it’s a girl thing cause literally every boy I know whose read they book understood that he liked he after the confession of love, sometimes before. But my dumbass really didn’t know until the end. I think it’s also important that peeta made the distinction that he said he loved her not the other way. Giving peeta a bit more leeway does anyone really want to be like “hey I really like you, I think this star-crossed lover thing would really work. I’m also going to die specifically for you” We also don’t know what Haymitch had to say about this I had a feeling Haymitch had influence on what peeta did and what probably said not to tell because it would create the best reaction. Also peeta didn’t know there will be a rule change. I think it’s kinda a nice gender reversal.

The baby is harder because it requires Katniss to specifically play along. Obviously this is a jump but I don’t think peeta knew what he would be doing. If we replay the interviews- all tributes have to sit on stage as everyone is interviewed. While sitting on stage peeta who probably originally thought of being his charming self and inducing empathy for him and Katniss now sees all these victors with a plan. He for the sake of Katniss, the other tributes and just wanting to show how horrible the games are now thinks of a plan. One he probably is debating whether or not he should do. So he walks down not meeting Katniss eyes because he knows deep down that this isn’t just about Katniss. So he drops the baby drop. What’s the first he does when in the elevator? Asks her whether it was okay, and it was she feels empowered. But let’s also look the fact that after catching fire at least one of them shouldn’t be alive but the were reaped, foiled, survived again. But again this wasn’t supposed to happen.

Now for people being like oh peeta so manipulative. This is the only thing we’re I would point out that he is purposefully acting manipulative, it didn’t work, and again it’s completely for Katniss benefit because he is in love with her and wants her to win. I knows that her family very important to her and picked a kinda mean but understanding timing (after jabberjays) to give it to her.

Katniss actually having kids is probably the sketchiest. Or at least sounds the sketchiest like peeta didn’t care about her bone- deep fear or asked every day. Obviously we know that Katniss having kids closes the first hold that the capital had on Katniss which is where she is making her reproductive decisions based completely off of fear of her kids being reaped and dealing with starvation. I will point out it’s the same meadow Katniss thinks about in catching fire. Also peeta represents loyalty to Katniss in Cf his main role is Katniss’s sidekick. Run into the woods Or incite a rebellion he leaves it up to her? Allies in the arena? Her choice. The only thing he’ll disagree on is whose supposed to win the quell. We see how freaked out she gets when peeta comes back and doesn’t love her anymore. She believes she doesn’t have his loyalty anymore and it rattles her.

[litlifelover]

Dress Code

First of all: @xerxia31 made me write this, so this is all because of her. 

(btw: Thanks for the edits, lovely. I would trust no one else with this than you. *hug* )

Ever since she planted that small little seed in the back of my mind I couldn't concentrate on anything else than Tuscany-Smut, as she named it so excellently. So, this is what you get: Tuscany-Smut.

I'm pretty nervous, it's the first time I tried writing smut, so please let me know what you think.

WARNING: This is Rated a strong M, boardering E, for sexual content. 

If you don't like that, you should probably skip this one.

For everyone else: I hope you enjoy! Would love to hear from you! :)

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Katniss assumes they are celebrating Prof. Harold von Günderbottom's 200th birthday this evening. When she looks at him she expects him to combust into dust any second; the wrinkles on his face are countless, and his hands are littered with liver spots. Most likely the Professor already had been old when Roosevelt first became President.

She grabs a flute of champagne from a passing waiter and takes a sip, before she concentrates on the conversation with Zahara again. Katniss first met her when Peeta invited her to join him for drinks with some of his colleagues and their spouses, shortly after they started dating. The two women clicked instantly.

"And you know what that asswipe did?" The woman pauses for dramatic effect. "He smirked, winked and then walked away. I mean …"

"You mean, you totally enjoyed it. You can't fool anyone." Katniss laughs out loud when Zahara gives her the stink-eye. It's an open secret that she and Thresh, another of her and Peeta's colleagues, have an ongoing war of wits. And really intense chemistry.

"You're one to talk," Zahara deadpans. "That dress is no coincidence. I'm surprised you even made it to this boring party. Has Peeta lost all his moves?"

Katniss blushes slightly and looks down at herself. A small smile graces her lips remembering the last time she wore this dress. This time she silently thanks Madge for persuading her to buy it. "Actually, I haven't seen him since this morning."

And what a morning it had been. After joining him in her shower, she made him late for his first lecture. She apologized via text after he rushed out the front door, which he answered with 'Totally worth it' and a winky face. Which in return made her decide on tonight's choice of wear.

"Well," Zahara startles her out of her thoughts, "when he sees you he'll totally have his way with you in the next coat clos-"

Before the woman gets the chance to finish her comment, Katniss interrupts her by grabbing von Günderbottom's hand, who'd somehow approached them unnoticed. "Good evening, Professor! Happy birthday!"

Zahara, who managed to slip behind the old man, takes a tentative step backwards. Katniss' eyebrows raise slightly, indicating to her friend that she doesn't dare flee from the conversation. Which promptly gets ignored when the woman just shrugs and takes another step back. Then she turns and is on her merry way.

And Katniss can even understand her. Once in the clutches of Professor von Günderbottom, it's nearly impossible to escape. Because he likes to talk. A lot. And very slowly. And about the most boring stuff. Like watching the grass grow boring.

"Thank you, Miss Everdeen. It's nice of you to make time for this hullabaloo," he slowly searches the space beside her. "Where's Professor Mellark tonight?"

She still shivers every time someone calls Peeta "Professor Mellark". The two words make her toes curl and her skin break out in goosebumps.

Right now she just wishes she actually knew where he is and could make the excuse that she needs to join him, only to flee this conversation. But Peeta and she agreed on meeting here, for he had a late lecture and she had a meeting with Vanity Fair's chief editor.

Therefore, Katniss - heavy hearted but honest - is just about to answer that she doesn’t know, when she feels a familiar hand brush over the small of her back.

"I'm right here, Professor," Peeta's voice joins them. Although normally Katniss can make out his tread from across the room, with so many people present it's hard to hear your own thoughts. It's not often he gets to sneak up on her.

"Hello, love," he greets her then, and leans in for a short peck.

And Katniss wouldn't have thought much about his sudden appearance, nor his short but sweet greeting, when suddenly she feels the hand at her back slowly slipping down to her ass. At the last moment Katniss holds back a surprised gasp. Thankfully they’re standing with their backs to a wall.

Von Günderbottom - obvious to the scene - starts talking about an article he read about new technologies in … Katniss doesn't hear the rest, biting the inside of her cheek to keep any noises to herself, while her hand tightly clutches the back of Peeta's button-down. Her boyfriend, however, seems to follow every word his colleague is saying, nodding from time to time, and even commenting occasionally.

By now his hand has slipped even further down, and the tips of his fingers brush softly over the skin where her dress ends. A wave of lust rushes through her. Only the hem of her dress stops him of finding out that underwear never had been an option. Or how wet he can make her with the simplest of touches.

It feels like an eternity has passed when finally the old man's TA steps up to them and tells him that Prof. Whoever from the University of Wherever just arrived and wants to whatever. Katniss doesn't care as long as she gets out of this conversation.

The second von Günderbottom has excused himself, Peeta's hand stops its ministrations and wraps around her waist instead. He leans down, his lips nearly brushing the shell of her ear.

"You and I," he murmurs, and for the first time Katniss can make out a slight growl in his voice. "We need to have a talk. Right now."

Katniss can't even respond. Peeta quickly leads her through the crowd, nodding at a colleague here, greeting another there, exchanging a quick joke with the next. Before she knows it they are in the hallway, and a second later she's pushed into an empty office.

The click of the lock is still echoing when she's in Peeta's arms and he’s kissing her senseless. Katniss is happy to comply, one of her hands grabbing his hair and the other his ass.

They stumble backwards until the back of her legs hit a desk. A second later, she's lifted up, holding onto his shoulders the only thing keeping her from tumbling down again. By instinct she spreads her legs as far as her dress allows it, and Peeta doesn't hesitate and steps in between them.

"That dress," he murmurs at her lips in between kisses. "You're killing me, baby."

"I wear it just for you," she whispers back, followed by a deep moan when his eagerness gets the better of him and his hands push the strapless top down over her breasts.

"Fuck," Peeta growls, his eyes a navy blue. "No bra."

A second later, Katniss feels his mouth around her nipple; sucking, and biting, and licking. Her head falls back with a sigh. One leg wraps around his waist, desperately trying to get him closer, closer, closer.

"This dress doesn't-" a loud yelp escapes her as his mouth switches from one breast to the other, his hands joining its caresses. Katniss swallows a cry, before she continues in a hoarse tone, "It doesn't allow a bra … or panties."

Another 'Fuck' slips from his lips. The next thing she knows she's back on her feet and turned around. She feels his breath against the skin of her back; his lips brushing along her spine, his hands holding on to her hips.

Katniss leans forward and braces herself against the desk, the movement allowing their hips to align. She feels his hardness press against her ass. His moan vibrates against her neck, makes her clit pulse.

"I wanted to have you ever since I first saw you in this dress," Peeta whispers into the skin of her throat.

Katniss grabs one of his hands and guides it back to her breast, a breathy laugh falls from her. "I arrived half an hour ago."

"No." Slightly shaking his head Peeta ignores her whine when his hand leaves her breast yet again and travels down to the hem of her skirt. "I'm not speaking of tonight, love."

And suddenly she knows what he's talking about: Prim's rehearsal dinner. The night they met.

If she was wet before, now she's soaking.

The sound that leaves Katniss is a combination of awe, and love, and pure sexual need, all wrapped up in one. She swiftly turns around in his arms. It's her turn to ignore his protests; she presses their lips together, the kiss nearly bruising in its urgency. Deft fingers work at his belt buckle, next on the button and finally lowering the zipper of the dress pants. A second later, they wrap around his shaft. Squeezing him the way she’s learned he loves. Hours upon hours spent between the sheets has made them experts about each other. His hands grab the hem of her dress; yank it up at the same time Katniss pushes his pants and boxer briefs out of the way.

He growls into her mouth, it resonates all through her body. Drunk on their lust they once again stumble back against the desk. Peeta bites down on her lower lip, slips his fingers through her folds once. His thumb over her clit. For an answer Katniss brushes her thumb over the tip of his cock.

"It's time we finish this talk," Peeta smirks. This time her dress doesn't restrict them when she spreads her legs and he steps between them. Her hand guides him to her entrance and then, with a quick thrust and a gasp, he's finally buried inside her. He stills for a moment, letting her adjust. With one hand, Katniss grabs his shoulder, curls her fingers into the fabric of his button down. Braces the other on the desk behind her, her legs wrapping around his hips.  

"I love how we communicate," Katniss laughs. It turns into a moan when he starts to move. Fast, hard thrusts; she has to bite her lip to keep from screaming in passion every time their hips slap together.

There's nothing slow or gentle about this. This is raw need, and lust, and fucking. The time to make love is later, when they are home. Not on some desk one room over from a colleague’s birthday gathering.

"I love how you feel around me," Peeta presses out through tight lips, against her chest. He holds onto her hips while driving into her. Watches himself disappear in her depths over and over again.

Katniss loosens her grip on his shoulder and slips her hand between them. As soon as Peeta sees that, he pushes her hand out of the way again. Instead, he presses his own thumb to her clit, starts to rub it in quick, circular motions; matching the movements of his hand and hips.

She's so close, and from the way her breath hitches, how her head tips back and she squeezes her eyes shut, she can tell he knows that too.

"Fuck, yes! Peeta!"

The words leave her in a breathless whisper. He tightens his grip on her hip when she says his name, it makes her whole body tingle.

Her head snaps up. Their eyes connect, burning with a fiery passion. Her legs tighten around his hips; her walls around his cock. His thrusts become erratic.

"Make me come," she demands softly, brushing her fingers over his cheek. Peeta turns his head slightly, presses a kiss to her palm, never breaking their stare. Katniss slips her hand around to his neck and pulls his face towards hers. Connects their lips. They are too far gone to call it a kiss.

Two, three, four thrusts later and they are no longer able to hold back. Muffling their groans into each others mouth, Katniss squeezes his cock one last time before coming with a silent gasp, triggering his release with hers.

It takes a couple moments for them to regain their composure; for their heavy breathing to calm. Her legs slip away from around his waist. He takes a step back and helps her down from the desk. Gives her half a smirk and a wink, which she answers with a sweet kiss to the corner of his lips. They adjust their clothes in record time, help each other to smooth down their ruffled hair. His button-down is unsalvageable, though; her fingers left creases they can't explain away. They don't care.

Minutes later, they're back with his colleagues, her hand encased in his, and they rejoin conversation as if they'd never left. Katniss catches Zahara smirking at her, and instead of blushing as usual she winks once and tightens her grip on Peeta's hand.

It's not long before he gets called away again. But before he steps away to play referee between two of his colleagues, he leans down to whisper in her ear.

"You're beautiful, and sexy, and I'm very much in love with you. And I can't wait to peel you out of this dress the moment we get back to my apartment. Give me half an hour and we're out of here."

Another laugh escapes her. With a small peck to his lips she shoos him away. Peeta's eyes twinkle with mischievousness, and then he's gone.

She turns her attention back to Zahara, who grins slyly.

Half an hour filled with questions and suggestive remarks from her friend? With such a prospect to look forward to, Katniss decides, she can more than live with it. 

[leahlodestone-blog]

The 100 4x10 reaction, aka The Hunger Games

Overall I liked the episode (maybe bc I like HG and felt nostalgic), but I also wrote some thoughts down as I watched it. 

So, be warned, spoilers ahead.

Clarke talking to Bell about O “...she needs to believe that.”

Yo, Clarke, you gotta believe in O too! Otherwise, you guys are all dead... 

Luna fights for Death

Damn, honey, I love you, but that’s just dark.

Indra gives the sword to Octavia

“...prepare the bunker for whoever wins.”

So... without Skikru pretty much no one could even get that bunker to work? Why are you fighting, again?

“I want humanity to survive, even if it’s not my people.”

Aww, my baby Clarke, so mature and kind... I’m so proud! <3

Blake siblings 

Your fight is over, Trikru

But they were the first grounders introduced :/ and I love Indra, btw her daughter is hot af...just sayin’.

Octavia/Ilian

You go, Peeta, save yo’ gurl.

Aww, damn... he dead.

Echo-the-Katniss-wanna-be

You’re fine, but also a piece of shit. 

Roan suggests alliance to Octavia. 

I don’t trust you, Roan, nah-ah. Please don’t stab her!

Bellamy got kidnapped?!

Roan dead

What? She drowned him? That’s horrible but kinda anticlimactic. I dunno.

Luna dead

Nope, no Narnia for you. You’ll be missed, beautiful lil psycho.

Octavia wins, thus everyone wins!

That’s cute and all, I’m so proud, but what was the point of the Hunger Games then? Uh, Indra, you wanted to fight, and now all is good - everyone lives??

Bellamy.... Clarke.. and Jaha in the same room.

Oh my fucking god

Clarke, no

bad, Clarke!

Fuck, she really didn’t believe in Octavia. Can’t say there were no signs, but... I’m like...

Gotta admit, very sweet of you, Clarke, to make sure your hubby makes it.

Does anyone else smell a divorce here out of a sudden?

ARE MURPHY AND EMORI IN THE BUNKER YET?

So the suicide squad is now doomed for real?

AND Monty? 

You gotta be kidding.

Um, hello, remember Kane? Your gorgeous step-dad? Also known as the ultimate dad-figure?

Yeah, no, pretty little liar, this shit ain’t gonna work. There are 3 more episodes left and your scheming ass is gonna burn.

But I mean, good job. 

[hockeysweetheart]

Canadians in Situations in the Hunger Games... 74th and 75th games  This is Basically just a random canadian wondering around the games. And doing saying very Canadian things 

74th Games 

1. The cornuopia bloodbath. We would be like excuse me can I just sneak right past you to the cornucopia. / Wait their turn politely  to get the goodies. / Or run the hell outta there to the woods grabbing a backpack or something. 

2. Running into another Tribute in the woods. Hi there sorry I ran into you I’ll be on my way. Here is a timmies gift card for running into you again sorry. It’s my fault god bless you. Runs into the tribute again sorry.. and again sorry... 

3. Starting a fire at night... ( Sees other tributes) Oh hi you came for a camp fire come on room for everyone... I got smores... 

4. See’s wild life Hello friends you know what this is one beautiful place love the nature of this place  

5. See’s a canadian goose Runs the hell outta there... Not those evil bastards... 

6. See’s Katniss in the tree.. Hi up there you okay. Should I be up in the tree too. Don’t fall. Btw nice snare back there. 

7. See’s the firewall... OH MY GOD someone call the water bombers... 

8. Notices Katniss is injured. Are you okay that looks like it hurts. Here let me help ( Helps Katniss) ( Pulls out a first aid kit  of everything)  Always be prepared . Lucky for you we  know to treat burns. Got an cold water by chance... Well your screwed sorry... 

9. See’s the careers and Peeta  has Katniss treed... Climbs the tree. I got water food. timmies, poutine. your burn cream. You know what people are so nice here. I saw this parachute falling from the sky and thought I  should give it to you.  Hi rue .... Oh yeah btw there is a tracker jacker nest...  good luck 

10.  In a fight with another tribute. Tribute asks any last words. Canadian “ Sorry we didn’t get to know each other you seem like a nice person”. 

11. See’s District 3 working on the  land mines... Need help there... Oh sorry I scared you. Yeah if they put all their stuff in one huge pile and your land mines it shouldn’t blow up...  A few days later well shit... sorry that happened.. Hi Katniss...  Do you happen to know if you can hook up my phone to the games ?

12.  See’s that Katniss past out due to the tracker jacker stings... Builds a tent around her. makes a nice meal. cleans up her arrows... cheaks on her... 

13. Walks past Peeta who’s hurt Good Morning young man. Have a nice day... You might want to get that checked out ... Free heathcare after all.. Oh wait  that’s on canada.. well hope you have good insurance. 

14. See’s Katniss singing to Rue. Joins in ( Kinda like in elf how they are singing baby its cold outside). 

15. To the beast mutts... Okay I’ll just move outta your way I come in peace mean no harm... 

16... Finds the maple syrup. At the feast... See’s whats going on ohhh thats not pretty.. 

17.  Taking a walk by the stream and see’s Peeta need help there okay.... good you sure you want to scare her. ( has this heart to heart with Peeta likely) 

18. See’s the cave oh sorry Didn’t know this cave was occupied I’ll just go find another one. 

19. At the cold nights. Canadian wearing full out snowgear  hat gloves scarf boots.  We sleep in igloos ya know. EH. 

20. Katniss and Peeta win... Can I be the first to say congrats this has been fun i’ll be back next year...

( Bonus one) Some where finds a canoe. Canoes at the lake... see’s people you will never guess what I saw a moose. Didn’t think they were out here... 

The 75th Games 

1.  Enters the arena... Oh my god am I in BC. OR PEI... Get out sunblock a floatie Nice day to float eh... 

2. See’s the rocky stokes to the cornucopia... Okay easy now rocks get slippery when wet...  Hi there 

3. See’s Katniss hi again congrats on the baby  Good luck. and congrats on the marrage... 

4. See’s that they got a spile and they are trying to figure it out... You idiots thats a spile we use it for maple syrup at home...  These babies are basically in all our trees. 

5. See’s Peeta runs into the force field... Sorry for your luck bud... Anyone know cpr... 

6. Walks past the allance. Hey anyone know the hockey score. 

7.  See’s the Tributes outfit well that wont save you from anything... 

8. Yells to the sky... Will it kill ya to get me timmies... and a some ketchup chips. 

9. starts singing In the Jungle the mighty jungle the lion sleeps tonight... 

10. See’s the fog well thats sketchy better move...  See’s the Monkeys Hi I come in no harm.... Waves.... 

11. Drinks Milk outta the bag... ahhh Thank goodness I brought my cooler... Points up to a tree see. 

12. Sees that Katniss’s  alliance has bread... Say’s hey do you mind helping a friend out. 

13. See’s jabberjays Hi oh you want to convince me my family is in danger no they are not they are in canada... unless Oh no we are out of poutine...

14. See’s Katniss Peeta and Finnick get with Johanna Wiress Beetee....  Waves hello there need some help. You might not want to get that wire wet... 

15. See’s Katniss and Johanna at each other... Steps in  violence is never the answer.

16. On the spinning cornucopia ( Canadian brushes off there shoulders) Everyone stairs. What that little spinny ride  was just like driving on our streets. Sorry. 

17. See’s Katniss and Peeta  making out on the beach.. Walks by them... Excuse me..Sorry...  didn’t mean to interrupt you. Just keep doing what you were doing.... Goes to Johanna those two are... Ohhhhh yeah I understand well see ya. 

18. See’s Beetee’s plan even I don’t understand it. ehhh....  good luck

19. Points a wepon at a tribute... Hey can you please move so I don’t harm you. I want take down that animal im hungry 

20. Hears a loud explosion Did the Raptors win again... Oh well if this is how im gonna go then it’s my time I guess