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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSrDBQukYfu
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡC7CUo8SWpo
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUmT8fC0Tlr
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxelH14Xtra
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQDC14h3iMz
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFj3YjMGlsn
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡupk0hdo1t0
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVjg3txdMzU
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUn5xzrjqoA
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXWtsKv92ar
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb2BSPmaxoy
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ78XJWkoepR
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4Ve9vAzSn0
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡGSHTO3MKRZ
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAiKEAZVpRx
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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."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3F2ZjiKW5U
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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."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOOzbEQ1btj
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhDDk1T9wPC
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjF0cSbXC9H
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡllCRnBEuo8
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvRo6eXf4aI
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5azyNDqYIm
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡx2njltK0r6
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡruoAhDSWPK
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbQftQu6Is0
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4BLhRRWDPa
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡw65KxAcBx9
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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.207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCJaf4oNnrw
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."207Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡheY3GJZRZ5
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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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