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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡT20NAqFPoQ
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOQn3Bdzx6z
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUqEz6p8EgN
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgjxfFShZ1v
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQYAIuxMVQW
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb887wLTp57
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2WcWOPVEPh
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡir8fpje2L4
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2DlwTyWJ6a
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡqD9wDY5mi9
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEeQ2y4d4l7
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6nLnsZ9oGC
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRFWYOZ8dNf
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsoJfyuc9N9
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdxqbMgZR3w
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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."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoYUJrh2wRt
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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."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡf35NIuTYtW
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡY9g0U3FBve
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaDaRS2Ssdb
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8mA2xgcAp4
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUQ5eKQH0Uh
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2HoYQEnlos
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUu05czA954
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHF3SHJx1Y1
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8ZtOBRG789
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVSmYuaDpi2
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPs3KI0RF83
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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.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4hWsnUwn2R
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgTaKX00WMA
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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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