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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZlssAvnQ1C
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHso7TAn8Wq
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOUROuqFwef
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡYCf7PSrsdP
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAkA88hWws5
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfgwpZ2Nyva
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfp9eDoeNDK
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBwgOtToGXZ
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjqEtvReiGh
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8Ewvz7l8Hm
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡT7atn6pLF5
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlfy8brXciL
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡyR59ICBles
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjHFMas49wW
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡabmPd9ukD6
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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."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUG3JeuX1xy
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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."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFLc9Ud0TVV
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9licJxF0ag
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7j0x0TL4IE
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvBqgr8vNmf
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbwa22q2Gc2
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡH6A94jVJPK
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡltQHJL9ggy
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeljJcqeUUK
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡkizX0Bfd5l
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQZcRsW1SOg
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWv9nlgtTY6
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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.145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡx7ThXPPY4W
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."145Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXPmtQvAqRG
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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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