The festival was in full swing, and the courtyard was buzzing with activity. Jun and Yuki were busy manning their class booth, selling homemade crafts and snacks. They were having a blast, laughing and joking with their classmates, and enjoying the festive atmosphere.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡp8zCdR3VKy
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Jun was feeling a little more confident now, thanks to Yuki's unwavering support. He was even starting to enjoy the attention he was getting from other girls. But he knew that he only had eyes for Yuki.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3K28EZSA5w
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As the night wore on, Jun noticed that Aiko was watching them from across the courtyard. Her eyes were fixed on him, and she had a dark, brooding expression on her face. He felt a shiver run down his spine. He knew she wouldn't let him forget about her.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4A9688vSrG
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWip3UqaEGx
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Yuki followed his gaze and saw Aiko standing alone in the shadows. Her eyes were fixed on them, and she had a menacing look on her face.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFhWLoK8wEJ
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡk3lJfaISHn
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTH6Pw1uIlQ
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As they were packing up their booth, Jun noticed that Aiko was walking towards them. Her eyes were fixed on him, and she had a determined look on her face.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡE431usdpLy
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFrHsji1ZkK
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She reached into her bag and pulled out a small, intricately carved wooden box. It was beautiful, but something about it made Jun uneasy.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVcmwnKMCwg
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvxoLBwjyOR
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡi1s3tRoh7k
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She handed him the box, and Jun hesitated for a moment before taking it. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7KCLvnQ5gn
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUfZxCrNNgB
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDl9nhw5ZEF
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"I... I don't want to make things awkward," Jun said, trying to find the right words. "I'm happy with Yuki."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6NjWJ7JUw2
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Aiko's eyes narrowed. "You're happy with her?" she asked, her voice laced with bitterness. "But she doesn't love you the way I do."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡceRhnlspEc
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Jun felt a pang of guilt. He knew Aiko was obsessed with him, but he couldn't help but feel a little flattered by her attention.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡv72ZcgVJa2
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡGYGD4CLYcY
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Aiko turned and walked away, her shoulders slumped with defeat. Jun watched her go, his heart heavy with guilt. He didn't want to hurt her feelings, but he knew he had to be honest with himself. He was in love with Yuki, and he couldn't imagine being with anyone else.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgFy3IAGIFt
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As Jun turned to face Yuki, he noticed that she was staring at the box in his hand with a look of concern.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIeLmWURchX
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZni81d4LAm
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2CU7XAIfd2
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvAWknvJ8sX
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Yuki took the box and opened it. Inside, she found a small, intricately carved wooden doll. It was beautiful, but something about it made her uneasy.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeSCH6cLxGA
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ47biJXdQSx
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As she spoke, she noticed a faint, sweet scent emanating from the doll. It was a familiar scent, one she had smelled before. It was the scent of blood.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡERuWDDnbWo
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Yuki's eyes widened in horror. She realized what Aiko had done. She had poisoned the doll with her own blood, hoping to use it to harm Jun.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡD3ECRgLEB2
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFXZLrSZaUp
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She grabbed his hand and pulled him away from the booth. They ran through the crowded courtyard, their hearts pounding in their chests.
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