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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡz3GmEQ9zi3
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3Ujt9pjEKQ
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡunQJrjYJBg
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfztwYysjjD
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdVbB7YT7gB
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡep1RuzfIv2
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLwmDm2OHx7
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoz2W5GtyxV
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrM1jwHGx90
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2IOWi92R2l
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ39QAnS3Rdm
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPjBQ4aPjYW
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVO2RAnbZQY
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWUR80O0TZ6
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdy0EGMgIZC
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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."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtAJD8DfgrW
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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."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6aVT8dp5yU
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3JLDqYboDR
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhrs3n5vgTf
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaDCGKPOB5V
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUz9pPVMz1B
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdilHaRbSlr
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1Hflvfi1Ju
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡo1pPsevvhh
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8Y88iBryC4
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡx9sH7OlZ0f
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡGLXMdpbVb6
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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.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡyX0ITdQ3jW
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡx62YdJLXu1
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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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