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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEHWRldWHIo
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsGttSNo8Qe
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNw2yPL7Swl
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6eMcGgWCNX
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcObUwmPysC
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLXfkJxC0h6
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEKK5aNNAAd
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxQeoh0vVhh
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIfHY58ZfhW
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjweew2Hj3D
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAFZwFfSXg0
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtnpx0zZhx3
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb5wdTODerF
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡETUO03HHCO
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6vYsmBScFD
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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."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCqdMGsIlxX
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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."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTUpuPlVwA6
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlysKqn1g4p
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1RHyOW99ZE
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡP03MMEu81h
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡW9TgkqSaZk
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCTgXW7WlK9
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYHUUaQU5BO
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtaIWWASO9h
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3VnCOtYBds
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuTcoOBEUx4
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAfVVRVUujR
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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.171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhOb4vj5rBc
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."171Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHYsP3Kz0aG
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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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