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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡClD9zPQJDT
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHFVG3OaNdR
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNDDxQDkavi
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXi6wjptg7o
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZdItzu33qG
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNm8YSPgcoB
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwEYN5ij9Xr
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjPAamkoNBY
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFhF6OMLEmf
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQOmWFs6M8V
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwhV1P3adHl
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡndatIMdd1U
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoO89Q357BX
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4XnLgNNJuR
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡyHADLLw76G
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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."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7qG2qsOLGz
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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."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9GKwps38Fo
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6ou5gKkPEW
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWXZUVSfMHy
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2OIONnXcr3
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUuhHcZU6CI
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡSIkV7Almon
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDjwI5xEBX1
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEEbIeM7Zws
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡno6OYpNqsk
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbdqZUJSciE
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡESwTWMJnmR
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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.79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgE2ccfNB3z
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."79Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCEJ1k4efcg
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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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