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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡS7tLozOeLg
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrUEhUHzjyP
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡINdMJcfhBd
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0nt9IGE1n6
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡErqjya7KN8
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbya4Xf4pzw
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnRS3bOXBIN
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRkT9fGezaR
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbju5kuA0BJ
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ803bhWP09V
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7tmTZfCuTe
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCJAveoZv4w
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡq7mrTPp8ns
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡubF1FIrgGz
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhBaMQ0HbDg
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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."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfOHZK0TD0f
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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."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjz2DySr9Ll
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhjRehDQZG3
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡemEiMejy64
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIbBUP7TQhr
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRBNIulKZwR
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjOszm0WTdV
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmWCXVRfmr4
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRF03Arbnkc
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHP6KAlKyBZ
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRvttFvRBoa
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdIDgOhRUvy
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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.154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7MtfzSAKmQ
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."154Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHjbg1RF4cV
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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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