He takes a deep breath. He knows mostly it was because he didn't want to talk about Annie and risk another break down. He hesitates, looking a bit uncomfortable as he tries to come up with another reason.

Finally, he says, "I thought it might upset you. To know that you're still stuck here while they finally do something about it. About him."

There's no preconception in his voice, just a hint of genuine sympathy beneath a frustratingly even tone. He still hasn't figured it all out - the whole Katniss and Peeta thing - but he knows that if she feels a fraction for him what he does for Annie, it has to hurt. Knowing that she could finally be safe and protected in the future only gives him some consolation. He doesn't trust Coin to take care of her. He doesn't trust Coin with anyone.