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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvocOvUHwmt
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdKbYBP0p62
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ927k6seHVC
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9qzrAuqvuj
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoLzNyyHzrJ
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpvhm4VxUfQ
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDZACSE8ubq
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6m8f2I0aBX
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡx4r8WVKJpX
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡn723Z7cYi3
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvNBKnhXKjr
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ68l0gtYqy5
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIPJXVTuuCt
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZKchMAneCq
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUwmg2bcH6d
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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."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDrQBQAVteW
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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."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoIyq2BYwX4
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡY6TTPN2KvV
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQUNuQFGpEF
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcYs4vqKSO0
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSXVfcOS4Aj
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjCh5Naybq5
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMVwRxZMQzw
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEuMRrUVrO6
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡw0UViuStSM
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKoSSCtfyIn
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcg8IZh9WCo
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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.177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsHQhOFJnQY
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."177Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡg4PoZFkjuh
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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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