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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡpdcWAS2tGl
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOrxNWiPwKb
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡee0Hxo3Cn0
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡETSK0w2hjf
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSlqrcDMNk2
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEFNWldvizK
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0yVJBaD4HA
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHGl4waTscr
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUh6HM3socO
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4Fq8mOJlx1
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6FYb93lj5x
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnhUG7JK89X
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCdBQfodFJE
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAOfo9Iq6fB
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlCsUMfWsrn
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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."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJRDuxA1FNi
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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."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhi7QR7Yx2Z
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmrL9ClZjU2
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡw4eCv8pOJ5
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡH4zcJ3TKm5
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡB0AakhjuyN
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhFjPG1hhGK
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbqVstDi5wX
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5Nrt1PIrND
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrP7SVE35cL
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOaN3pf2yVF
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡGYfFHIDPIZ
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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.267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3D1Vb2UNJ8
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."267Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbpyIB5X7De
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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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