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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzB7pho5Uax
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDEg9emGeZ7
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgqCzICuaok
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEUioJ3N1tI
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2iKNQzOJNm
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡop1g1qjhPT
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBiaxpCPqwC
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ42eQcUP0CR
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡLP4bJyVmHZ
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVCwqTvcQow
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡFsPWxnQFoC
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTPEZNL428v
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcP8Y18vBwy
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡfYccCk8NXz
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDvQHadQnuW
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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."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMRFbVH3NNs
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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."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWnHAv9GX6N
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZepE0GTiYJ
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxzYK8blw0c
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡGbT6ZI8PDJ
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwql7v0cao6
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDRKXQ9Jvo3
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡg6oUrPqrkP
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡL1AXxkb2B6
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡKopVlWE1Qc
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCt4USPg7Kg
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡE397taIXBi
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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.210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRafU9Xu10v
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."210Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0VeYEsS9Ep
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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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