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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAZtZjQf3aBS
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAUUBc1EjnYe
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAJ8xjVvHfrf
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"Yuki," he whispered, his voice a little shaky. "I think Aiko is watching us."249Please respect copyright.PENANAIQxAhfzpeH
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAvuqiSZGF28
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"Don't worry, Jun," Yuki said, her voice firm. "She can't hurt us."249Please respect copyright.PENANAAofOU7wvZC
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But Jun couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. He felt a sense of dread creeping over him.249Please respect copyright.PENANAQ6ounPRMGz
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAEY7yIMKA1F
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"Jun," she said, her voice low and menacing. "I have something for you."249Please respect copyright.PENANAv6MlyzVEeO
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANABr2aiOxE1O
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"What is it?" he asked, his voice hesitant.249Please respect copyright.PENANAR7X5uADuJI
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Aiko smiled, her eyes gleaming. "It's a gift," she said. "I hope you like it."249Please respect copyright.PENANA7CFWeqrAEL
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAqiTitARcPh
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"Thanks, Aiko," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "But I don't think I can accept it."249Please respect copyright.PENANAgs5wzRZfvw
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Aiko's smile faltered. "Why not?" she asked, her voice tinged with hurt.249Please respect copyright.PENANArz9WSjRkIS
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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."249Please respect copyright.PENANAAjrk4I5Oto
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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."249Please respect copyright.PENANAHECr8IBlzB
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAnaouQgurvQ
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"I appreciate your feelings, Aiko," he said, trying to be kind. "But I'm happy with Yuki."249Please respect copyright.PENANAbEe5ArWxyv
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANASPnt2qKmq5
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAktqksR8hsg
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"What is it, Jun?" she asked, her voice soft. "What did Aiko give you?"249Please respect copyright.PENANAGckD9m66Qg
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Jun hesitated for a moment before handing her the box.249Please respect copyright.PENANA1fM8x78SFz
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"I don't know," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "She just said it was a gift."249Please respect copyright.PENANAghFzeSNWEf
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAyXHtEDpN9R
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"This is... this is strange," she said, her voice a little shaky. "I don't think we should keep it."249Please respect copyright.PENANAicnE5TzdCR
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANAmNSg27MNfr
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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.249Please respect copyright.PENANANd8U8m5GXG
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"Jun," she said, her voice urgent. "We need to get out of here."249Please respect copyright.PENANAozeiEzjSI4
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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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