The air in the classroom crackled with anticipation. The annual school festival was just a week away, and everyone was buzzing with excitement. Jun, however, was feeling anything but thrilled. He was still reeling from the confrontation with Aiko, and he was worried about how she might react to the festival.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡyYcJUWEWIL
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Yuki, sensing his unease, squeezed his hand reassuringly. "Don't worry, Jun," she said, her voice soft. "We'll be together the whole time."247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQ8vZqP1YtN
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Jun nodded, but he couldn't shake the feeling that something was off. He had been feeling a little insecure lately, especially after witnessing Aiko's relentless pursuit. He couldn't help but wonder if Yuki was truly happy with him, or if she was just being nice.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡutjaqfPUhv
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As if reading his mind, Yuki leaned closer and whispered, "I can't wait to spend the festival with you, Jun. It's going to be amazing."247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡulVdXkF3um
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Jun felt a wave of warmth wash over him. He knew he was being ridiculous, but he couldn't help but feel a little jealous when he saw Hana, his childhood friend, chatting with Yuki during their lunch break. Hana had always been a little too friendly with Yuki for his liking, and he couldn't help but feel a twinge of insecurity.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡT22pH0Poj6
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"What are you two talking about?" Jun asked, his voice a little strained.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQKCjAbluMo
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Hana, oblivious to his unease, grinned. "Oh, we were just discussing the festival," she said. "Yuki has some great ideas for the class booth."247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡXQulEtT4pE
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Jun forced a smile. "Sounds fun," he said, trying to hide his jealousy.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡG6Pe5agqJs
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He couldn't help but feel a little left out. He wanted to be the one talking to Yuki, the one sharing ideas with her. But he was too shy, too afraid to speak up.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ04ClXUIQx9
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Later that day, as Jun was walking home from school, he bumped into Aiko. She was standing by the school gate, her eyes fixed on him with an intensity that made him uncomfortable.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ37V0eojIet
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"Jun," she said, her voice soft and seductive. "I have a surprise for you."247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8ZdHPmeDtE
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Jun felt a shiver run down his spine. He knew he shouldn't take anything from her, but he didn't want to be rude.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjgigMRYwzK
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡt1gYEWpNUl
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's for the festival," she said. "I made you something special."247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡyYoIHtay4o
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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.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxOsC7t4brE
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, taking the box. "But I don't think I can accept it."247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJ7xY2nDKKf
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡObp4BcbZkH
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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."247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzqoqCHy5H7
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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."247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRVTPTNBmHr
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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.247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡm8PIH8ftKc
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."247Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7R3FhSOMcW
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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.
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