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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgt0LLgR4dB
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡiFM2gLyfmR
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWFa4bWmbmx
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡGAFcKaHTyR
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoKCByvUcmq
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSuxw14WnLf
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTjm9GIFzYO
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡleXJGRV89y
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcXBXdtfCB8
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJ4obIX4phX
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ73OL8GU2CU
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡn02NR5S87p
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFD3tO9uSOl
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSrVedm0rWa
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhc3Iynt04l
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdHbFeDsUh5
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmZuHHpsoYg
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5jccDR4bBZ
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡu4nyYrOOap
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡStB8VZ9yOK
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2Fow0hxAVt
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2ZrxC9PjMM
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTQIdxbmD08
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOGxzEBkqsl
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoq6BR0Y44l
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjSTATJaY2c
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLdojg2QgHA
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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.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgHbK94Cs9f
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."268Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡkAj68inqFo
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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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