(In the school literature clubroom…)

Monika: “Sayori, MC, are you excited for the festival tomorrow?”

Sayori: “Oh, you bet I am! The festival is always one of the highlights of the year for me. The literature club is going to have the best booth, I just know it!”

MC: “Yeah, definitely. I’ve been looking forward to it. It’s going to be a great opportunity to showcase the club’s hard work.”

Sayori: (putting a hand on her belly) “Oh, and guess who else is excited?”

Monika: (smiling) “You’re excited too, Sayori?”

Sayori: (giggling) “No, silly! The little one in here!” (gently rubbing her baby bump)

MC: “That’s right! Sayori and I are expecting a baby! She’s currently in her third trimester.”

Monika: (gasping) “Oh my goodness, that’s amazing news! Congratulations, you two! I can’t believe I’m going to be an auntie!”

Sayori: (blushing) “Thank you, Monika. We’re really happy about it.”

MC: “Yeah, it’s been quite the journey so far. We’ve been preparing and getting everything ready for the baby’s arrival.”

Monika: “I’m sure you both will make incredible parents. The literature club will definitely miss you while you’re on maternity leave, Sayori.”

Sayori: “Oh, don’t worry, Monika. I’ll make sure to stay involved and help out however I can. The club means so much to me.”

(Just then, the door opens and Natsuki and Yuri walk in.)

Natsuki: “Hey guys, what’s all the commotion about?”

Yuri: “Yeah, we heard Monika’s gasp from outside. Is everything alright?”

Sayori: (beaming) “Everything’s more than alright! MC and I are expecting a baby!”

Natsuki: (jaw dropping) “No way! That’s incredible! Congratulations, you two!”

Yuri: (smiling warmly) “Congratulations indeed. This is wonderful news. I’m so happy for you both.”

Monika: “Thank you, Natsuki and Yuri. We appreciate your kind words.”

MC: “We’re really excited about this new chapter in our lives. It’s going to be an adventure.”

Natsuki: “I can’t even imagine what it must feel like to have a baby on the way. It’s a big responsibility.”

Yuri: “Yes, but I’m sure Sayori and MC will handle it with grace and love. They both have such caring hearts.”

(The next day, during the festival’s peak…)

Sayori: “Um…g-g-guys?”

Monika: “Yes, Sayori? Is everything okay?”

Sayori: “I-I think it’s time…my water just broke.”

MC: “Oh my goodness! It’s happening!”

Natsuki: “I can time the contractions! That way, we’ll know when it’s time to push!”

Yuri: “Don’t worry, Sayori. We’re here for you. Everything is going to be fine.”

(As Natsuki timed the contractions, Monika called an ambulance and Yuri helped Sayori get comfortable.)

Monika: “Hang in there, Sayori. Help is on its way.”

Sayori: (breathing heavily) “Th-thank you, Monika. I’m so glad you’re here.”

MC: (holding Sayori’s hand) “You’re doing great, Sayori. Just breathe through the contractions.”

Natsuki: (checking her watch) “The contractions are getting closer together. It won’t be long now.”

Yuri: (stroking Sayori’s hair) “You’re so strong, Sayori. We’re all here for you.”

(Natsuki continues to time the contractions, providing updates to the group.)

Natsuki: “The contractions are getting stronger and closer together. Sayori, you’re doing amazing.”

Monika: (placing a hand on Sayori’s shoulder) “Just remember to breathe, Sayori. You’re doing so well.”

Yuri: (softly) “We’re here for you, Sayori. You’re not alone.”

(Minutes pass by, and Sayori’s contractions continue to intensify - with Natsuki diligently keeping track of them. Eventually, the moment arrives.)