“They more than do their work, they take pride in it. Like Cinna.”

— Suzanne Collins , book Mockingjay

Source: Mockingjay

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“Cinna just smiles. 'Had a damp morning?'
'You could wring me out,' I reply.
Cinna puts his arm around my shoulder and leads me into lunch. ' Don't worry, I always channel my emotions into my work. That way I don't hurt anyone but myself.”

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“They more than do their work, they take pride in it. Like Cinna.”

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