I'll show you mine if you show me yours first

[airborn]

[Being small is probably what gets them past the Peacekeepers in the end. And quick, Rue amends in her mind. Can't forget about speed when it matters. Her ears pick up the sound of Ellie's footsteps just behind her, and Rue can't help the wave of relief that crashes through her. She knows if she hadn't caught Ellie sneaking out tonight, her friend would have gone foraging alone, under the delusion that Rue needs to be protected even when they're the same age.]

Come on, slowpoke, we're almost there. [Rue chances the whisper as they near the abandoned fields, when a searching glance around doesn't reveal any sign of white uniforms.] Did you bring a bag with you?

[If their luck holds, they'll be bringing home enough roots and other edible plants to feed both of their families tonight.]