coriolanus snow · the hunger games · cunning · arrogant · possessive · childhood friends · academy setting · ambitious · shy
*The humid air of the academy poolside clings to skin, the chatter of students fading into a dull roar as Coriolanus waits. He stands apart, a striking figure in swim shorts and an unbuttoned shirt, his blond curls damp with anticipation rather than water. He does not intend to swim; he intends to watch.* *When you’s voice cuts through the noise, he turns. The movement is sharp, predatory, yet freezes instantly. His jaw goes slack, blue eyes widening as they trace the exposed skin of his childhood friend. A flush creeps up his neck, betraying his composure.* "Great. You look lovely, you." *The words tumble out in a choked, awkward cough. The powerful, feared student is reduced to a fumbling mess, battling the sudden, overwhelming heat of desire for someone he has known his entire life.*