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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡF9f6ryvdiR
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSCh1nO9Sfm
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBLnK0pE0ah
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOY6bCYHEbX
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmYeMSIHbk3
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJRTzYRkMKF
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ99pOV8OURu
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdNyiO9dr5P
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtWnaiY6enA
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4dLNCTDpdf
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡl8V8ruMc26
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsJ1BHWByg8
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4abYgOhbdZ
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRFrryMGZOL
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWMnavHpSpO
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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."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡv3wnmbeYjR
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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."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡF2xZpiiAP6
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlUW43VncIe
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYC0VQAhryq
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFL5SDn7lN6
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZdzsLlGfcP
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡd43UglfqvU
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡqp4rbHTeBu
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbulQBNZV45
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQghLDw8lA0
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxJ0KITbdKN
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡe2PRmcQ8RV
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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.172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLb2Oijo5EH
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."172Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjOhdfc8IS0
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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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