~Steal Your >Heart< Away~[Ndukwe]

As Seger agreed to go get something to eat, Corissa felt another peculiar feeling of satisfaction. She had actually stated her opinion on something, and someone had agreed with her. It was rare for the selfless girl to state what she wanted to do, for her whole life she based her actions off of what her parents and trainer wanted her to do. As much as she was already beginning to get herself into immense trouble, it dawned on her that maybe Seger was for the better.

Corissa felt a smile tug at thw corners of her tan lips as she felt his finger push through her hand, falling easily between the gaps of her fings and folding around them. Her fingers fell softly on top of them, her soft hands growing warmer. Her right hand straightened out to pet Shogun and Outlaw, laughing as their tails wagged and a few small barks escaped them. As she looked up to see Shogun running ahead of her, her eyes fell warily on the fight club. Unwanted pictures flashed before her eyes, causing her to cringe as Seger spoke, "I have to go get something real fast. Be back in 30 seconds" Corissa simply nodded, watching as he shot off into the doors.

Corissa's eyes stayed trained on the doors as she waited, the memory of her storming out of those doors the previous day causing her to sigh. The sight of Seger beating the guy before him was unbearable, though she knew that The Hunger Games she trained for with her whole life was similiar, if not worse if you actually got to compete. The conflicting thoughts flashed through her mind, causing her to clench her hands around the waistband of her blue dress. How strange it was, how she seemed so happy to disobey her parents that morning and run off with Seger, completely forgetting about the previous day that had caused her so much unneeded stress and anger. It was weird how she could keep getting lost in this boy's unseen grasp on her, despite her immense disliking to his "profession".

The sight of Seger walking out (now with a shirt on), though, snapped her back into reality. "Sorry it took so long Chere. I got stopped by a couple guys and we were talking. Come on, let me show you that restaurant.” Corissa nodded and followed him out into the city, quickly swiping the beads of sweat that formed above her upper-lip. The heat that beamed down on them was sweltering and unbearable, a guilty but happy thought surfacing in her thoughts that was extremely glad not to be competing at that moment.

Corissa sighed in relief as they entered the luxurious resteraunt, the sight of it causing her eyes to widen slightly. Sure, her family was wealthy and could easily afford to it at places such as that one, but they preferred to stay home and eat. They said that it caused them to grow closer as a family; little did they know that the more they stayed together, the farther Corissa drifted away from them. She followed Seger up the stairs, smiling when she realized they were on the roof. With a calm and swift motion, she sat in the chair he had pulled out and allowed him to push her in, the feeling very strange to what she was used to.

Her eyes drifted up as the waiter approached them, wating for Seger to order before he turned to her. Corissa simply ordered water and a chicken salad, wincing guiltily as she noted how the order was what her trainer always told her to get. It then again dawned on her how much her life revolved around being a "Career" and pleasing her family to the highest extent.

”So whats the deal with your parents? Why do you let them push you around and make you train as a Career when you don't want to?” Corissa sighed, leaning back in her chair silently. She told herself that the question would come sooner or later, for almost everyone she met noticed it. She searched her mind for an answer, strangely finding it hard to come up with one that was true. "Well, my parents were both Careers, though they never got to enter The Hunger Games. I can tell how disappointed they are when they speak of it, so I take it to myself to achieve what they never got to do. I am, in other words, living their dream for them," she said warily. "I guess there are other reasons... but it's kind of complicated"

”That kind of sucks for you. And when we get done, lets go for a swim. Sound good?” The sudden change of the conversation suddenly confused her, the change of it causing her mouth to turn down in distaste. How hard it was for her to tell someone about her life; spill out how she felt, and for her explanation to just be swiped aside was like a slap in the face. An insult to her feelings. Angler seethed through her slightly, her happy gaze beginning to contain a glint of frustration toward Seger.

Corissa's head slowly traveled down to her plate, her hand moving slowly to stab the food with her fork and place it in her mouth. She barely payed attention the the taste of the food, for her thoughts were drifting to other places. She barely even took notice to the way the girls were staring at Seger when she looked up. Their gazes seemed to penetrate into her own, suspicion etched across their features as they tilted their chins upward as if to say they were better than her. The sight caused her to snort in cold amusement, her fork clattering against her plate as she crossed her pale arms across her chest.

She stood up without a word to the boy across from her, swiftly pushing away from the table in a quick motion. Corissa's eyes traveled to Seger as he also stood up, immediatly turning toward the door. There was no waiting for her as he oushed the door open, only a lsight look behind him to check that she was following. Corissa sighed and took a few steps after him, her gaze swiping over the girls to her left before she stepped out once more into the intense rays of heat. A sigh escaped her parted lips as she tilted her head upward, letting the warmth seep into her cold and hard features.

Corissa took her place beside Seger, her eyes following his hand as he brought out sunglasses and a bandanna. She couldn't help the scowl that crossed her face as she watched him place the bandanna on his head, the sight causing a familiar churning to take place in her stomach. It was the obsessive feeling that she received when she observed others' clothing, finding that churning to take place when she found the clothing to be to her disliking. She found the need to swipe it off of her head; tell him how much she disliked it, but for once she stayed silent and held back.

She felt his finger intertwine with hers, the feeling once agains sending warmth through her. It was immensely confusing to her, for she had just been annoyed with him just a few minutes prior. It was peculiar how a simple gesture could swipe the nagging and annoying thoughts from her head. Corissa glanced around as she secured her hand around his strong grasp, taking in the vibrant colors of the shops and people that passed by. The sights were familiar to her, for she passed by them everyday from her home on her way to training. If she was asked, she was sure she could name each store in order. What wasn't familiar, though, was the eery feeling that she was being followed.

She could feel her hair lifting up on the nape of her neck, as if warning her that something was off. Even when she stepped under the safe enclosure of the trees, her ears strained to catch even the slightest sound of cracking leaves. Her eyes darted to either side of her as she tried to convince herself that she was just being paranoid. Though, the feeling remained, even as they continued to travel uphill for what seemed like hours. Sweat was already beginning to form on her pale face.

Corissa's eyes widened as the water before her met her gaze, the nagging thoughts immediatly blown away. She took notice of Seger going up to the cliff, stripping down so he could jump him, for she was already rushing toward the water. In a swift motion, she kicked off her sandals and splashed into the cool water, the bottom of her dress flowing around her gently in the soft waves of the clear water. She glanced up to see Seger beckoning for her to join him, a smile highlighting her face.

There was no hesitation as she leaped in, her new dress getting soaked in the process and clinging to her skinny form. She swam toward him under the waterfall, her red curls now straight and falling almsot down to her waist. The vibrant red strands drifted around her in the water as she took notice to the cave, thesight causing her mouth to fall open in awe. She immediatly climbed up, her hand brushing against the cool texture of the stone. She curled up next to Seger and smiled, the sound of rushing water comforting to her. "How is it you always know the prettiest places to go?" she asked, snorting in amusement.