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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjKO2nMJ21G
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQ7CaTYOyWx
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoDWNv8LrRm
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡq8YIRDofGX
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeQZ7Y5j1O2
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8NFHZ5YXPR
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7vJINJvooQ
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡv3J7ylXwHp
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcvTtMyItxZ
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFZTCq7kNxh
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhTAszeh8JW
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡolcgppNyRR
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡT8TJ3uRf1Y
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡUdZyUARIhT
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8ScuetULcy
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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."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBb8dImtPfr
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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."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ29niOe8ZlL
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5jmlNhHn7D
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡK3no17Ro0I
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLcgH7RwIHh
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtvbB2yGpN5
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡD9cVhMouzs
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡbvKIEHd4FV
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRLyRmKD7gp
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlu80xtoq43
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2Ay3wrG0d5
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAxKYTCWiCf
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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.266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡO6szGm1cX6
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."266Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuTDkZWtQ2o
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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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