"Thank you, Gale." It was the only thing Peeta could think to say right now. Even though he was usually so good with words, it was probably best not to interfere in... well... whatever went on between those two. The reassurances from last night with Katniss had felt good and hopeful despite the state of the world, but there was always still... this.

He watched as the other boy simply nodded and would barely look at Katniss, and he felt angry for her.

Still, he did not let go of her hand, even through the awkward silence.