Even in the Capitol, there's nothing to match the magnificence of this old building. But there is no give to the surface-only my flesh yields, my warmth taken. Stone conquers people every time. (Suzanne Collins)

Even in the Capitol, there's nothing to match the magnificence of this old building. But there is no give to the surface-only my flesh yields, my warmth taken. Stone conquers people every time.

Suzanne Collins

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