She tends to be careful with her hugs these days. It doesn't matter how many days have passed since Prim had finally been released from the hospital, she doesn't want to take a chance of doing any further harm to her sister. Someday, Katniss might again remember that her sister isn't made of glass. Someday. But for now, she gently holds Prim tight against her chest. She needs this hug. She needs the reminder that Prim's alive and well more often than not.

"I've already caused so much harm," she says. Katniss doesn't have to mention Peeta for her sister to know who she's talking about. Prim remembers how bad Peeta was after his rescue and subsequent return to District 13. Of course she's scared to death. In such a short time, she nearly lost everyone who matters most to her.