The hug was a surprise, but very welcome. She let out a somewhat awkward, but still very happy, laugh. Even working as she had at the front desk, meeting so many people, she was still only used to just Peeta and Katniss greeting her with such warmth.

"That is, of course, something someone is always pleased to hear," Effie said, with a smile. "When did you get here? I've been here for ages."