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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKTR2QJZvpZ
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡujgI1n7f8H
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsrtqEgpD6C
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHj4zUgOqmU
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9cRX4YBqmt
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKUr8w6WbBR
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡffseL2Zwrb
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡqaNfQZmoeo
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAzYlYoIOB2
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhoTw9TNt2k
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHYc7Jshdn2
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4znyXlwYDc
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwzlqlGB9tH
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdqli4vDejP
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6xZUSbXU8p
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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."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡP2kw23xwOC
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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."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIfgmAYdGsZ
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXce5JQGHGM
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzjT6ZY5dXh
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0LZjQisYKG
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡC0n59oTN1F
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvvvp5W4JVx
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡqQHQp25UTh
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXHA87jphOq
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaAHz5ra75W
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUBZLxbjJLu
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwChjlQMj4I
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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.86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZUWU8hbDwn
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."86Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtCFmdFd7VS
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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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