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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡI6X6dHQOFC
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpcMyLsjcXn
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6vbISZlmqR
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBDl1le84jT
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0xbwdzCpdd
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡP4Jo7SNSxG
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOADX9bF1kB
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡt0LaUtW19J
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNRmky9C3Yt
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡW3exaFqnB6
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvTw0HbUDV3
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFThgGAUQhy
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4a0RYWZgcq
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡkQQiGFis4n
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6gmnc81GBz
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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."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZ2tQyqxmCx
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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."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpWyWs2hGh7
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡW66puXkHWq
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQWLutTwVdI
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡG7UNFx9V74
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrc9Uy5nwUc
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ04stTVxQ4t
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeluYq6qRR2
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeEyGf1J0cP
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAYlsZCumuj
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnL6S6lHZf3
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPnH5XIkP8x
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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.206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡscODyudRNh
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."206Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡreEqykkoFG
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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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