Though Mollusc grew up with the Hunger Games, he really did think that he dodged a bullet by being just young enough to come into the age range when only Offworlders were getting Reaped. That makes all of this even more painful.

I'll listen. Trust me, I don't want to get killed.

He seems surprised at her question, but bows his head to write again.

Nope. Couldn't decide on anything.