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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJntsNzMhVJ
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaZC4ULcUJB
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4NZr5JrqHf
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnXnHvSIjtk
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4Avphab8hx
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlS8cjTjmTn
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡH0k24LAJdP
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuS6izKtkmB
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡY4OlgGxtpq
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPLWDxQiepI
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡatxk7OCRUt
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0V5NnSWEyT
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡajcvQ2oJTc
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcaoeEwgc0P
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbF7vHG2sHg
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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."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcz7C1023bW
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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."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjiQrY6wk4b
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡP4hs1MtKZA
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdW5n2MdPMX
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlFYF5tS4bQ
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡt4guFP9rYA
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtVy1CnXGTp
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡowZ6oHVwMp
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡk7KOaI7FvA
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLpCuEUeWw4
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOPcINzkS3q
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2byZOwO6ld
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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.93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ19n4HNIqZg
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."93Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWFD3QaRitD
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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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