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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoucbBUJVlo
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ13daAcYbZU
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9WV5paERYf
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNpLsA98kH3
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeQoxO5vlHV
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡF6yesC8tmd
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoXiFwPwim2
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡt5IxVQdfVv
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb1eirxmTws
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡwWPvv4TLXv
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡVjGlcVPigY
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡmWb2chfyCI
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡjPn3SrNsvK
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdfeEQ22xft
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJ3pNJihNQd
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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."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoWhns6HdGe
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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."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZxNzESrfeE
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡb0ukaWTIO4
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBbCx4zEDga
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0YBauOiZXn
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlxQT68iqPi
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡIidX7QVfs6
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡtxDX6sfsXF
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDMOU8QB50v
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNNf1Xbvz8F
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBtCj9uYOku
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡF1XzsEPnYW
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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.135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQ8tEj48ay2
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."135Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡnUEWoHtcke
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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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