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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡz0R3oi1eSJ
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3sh60dMLKd
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡvYrDlS9v3v
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBb3xQynrtH
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2GS1Eo7C9i
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdV35UWcciU
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡggMHL1TmBx
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡx4Jfevkdis
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJAUxtf831J
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡHCJhHuveGu
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡkk0pDzsPli
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡegoU5uKubt
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡzPBLfXIxxn
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4pLInpcNYq
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsMiGAYsOjH
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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."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡCpwDM1VGXP
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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."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZ8rB29Gjro
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡuRu9mfopa2
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlHqVnxJvoW
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡEvDwMGcoJs
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgrCLiksqvP
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWVrZM3viIh
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡqlSFBRzsCF
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7VqenaHxyg
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDANV394iZU
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡU6BTjicyNm
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡAU5rTZuTDn
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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.182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgtRTr3HF9o
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."182Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrJjG7a0zPs
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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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