Coriolanus strives for solitude and rest on the train after the departure of other recruits, reflecting on his lack of sleep.
He observes the unappealing state of District 9 and anticipates the dreariness of District 12.
Coriolanus recalls the lack of recognition from the officer who approved his transfer to District 12, valuing his anonymity given his family's infamy.
The character's interaction with Dean Highbottom is detailed, exposing Coriolanus's past misconduct and the subsequent consequences, including the stark option to join the Peacekeepers instead of facing public disgrace.
Coriolanus reflects on the disappointment his family must feel, especially given the sacrifices and expectations of the Snow lineage.
Through conversations with family members, he faces the reality of his situation and impending departure as a Peacekeeper.
Coriolanus selects personal mementos for his limited packing, emphasizing the restrictive nature of his new life.
He experiences a heartfelt farewell to his family, marked by emotional exchanges and a sense of loneliness.
Starting his life as a Peacekeeper, Coriolanus passes the physical and is stripped of his signature curls, furthering his anonymity.
He makes acquaintances among the new recruits who do not recognize him from the Hunger Games.
Coriolanus ponders the concept of erasure, as he feels his past with the Games and his identity being wiped clean.
A night of drinking and his new routine as a Peacekeeper offer distractions, but the memories of Lucy Gray haunt him.
Struggling with the conditions of his new life, Coriolanus resists forming deep connections and avoids revealing too much about his past.
He receives a letter from Tigris, which informs him of the rumors circulating about his sudden departure and provides a glimpse into the deteriorating state at home.
Faced with the bleak prospect of his future as a Peacekeeper, Coriolanus is overwhelmed by despair, homesickness, and a sense of impending doom.
In a twist of fate, Sejanus Plinth, a familiar presence, arrives at the barracks, marking a potential shift in Coriolanus's desolation.