"You're smart though." He's quick to interject. "You know how to read an environment and hunting has helped you sense danger." Not to mention their two different stints in the arena. She was almost an expert at that now, meanwhile he was the one always stumbling into trouble. This was more than reading possible political motives or trying to start some sort of rebellion. They were being watched and they both understood what that felt like.

"I brought you some bread, if you want it? You can share it with your new friend." He nodded at the croc dog, giving her an amused smile. It didn't seem to notice the teasing, instead staying close to Katniss and watching her with its dopey eyes.

"Did you manage to catch anything?"