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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡD00jS1Nkvn
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQEeC4H6lCj
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ91onn8Ylf5
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFMSC6yZxK2
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKozPSH9zzG
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnPLtESsxXG
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOMofPUSnlk
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxhRRRtbudO
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1FWmPefTHt
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFY4KuRszNn
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ014XlGYoXj
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ30MJu9BIR6
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWittlwmqlU
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡT0F80bUkMa
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡe44RgfnYuT
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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."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrZf9zhJviZ
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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."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡODu28fLozg
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ65kUAHmpXX
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡH9t6iWag0J
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXkBoU7BM4N
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwNB3apuPHI
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6lJbCQ2HvP
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAAl1YCUWlC
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ10vMvWih05
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJzjX9Ia6ec
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmtCQHPHmli
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrU67ZTxWiY
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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.237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcHCM5Ycemi
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."237Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFWLgzcjdBc
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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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