(In the clubroom…)

Natsuki: “GAH! It’s been 5 days since the festival and she’s STILL not showing up?!”

Monika: “I’m sure she just…overslept or something like that.”

Yuri: “I-I-I’m so worried about her.”

(Just then, Monika’s phone starts ringing.)

Monika: (answering the phone) “Hello?”

Sayori: (slightly in pain) “Hello, Monika…NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNGH!!”

Monika: “Sayori?! Where are you?!”

Sayori: “I’m at the…” (feeling more intense pain) “…hospital! AAAAAAAHHH!!!”

Natsuki: “Hospital?! What happened?!”

Monika: “Sayori, please calm down. We’re on our way. What happened? Are you hurt?”

Sayori: “I…this labor’s been going on for days! And the doctor STILL says that it’s not time for me to push yet!”

Yuri: “Oh my goodness, Sayori! That sounds so difficult. Hang in there, we’ll be there as soon as we can. Just try to relax and take deep breaths, okay?”

Natsuki: “Yeah, Sayori, stay strong! We’ll make sure everything’s okay. Just hold on a little longer.”

Monika: “We’re on our way to the hospital right now, Sayori. Just remember to breathe and stay calm. You’re in good hands, and we’ll be with you soon.”

Sayori: (struggling) “O-Okay… I’ll try my best… It just hurts so much!”

Monika: “I can only imagine, Sayori. But remember, the pain means you’re one step closer to meeting your baby. You’re doing an amazing job.”

Yuri: “The doctors and nurses are there to help you through this, Sayori. They’ll take good care of you and make sure everything goes smoothly.”

Natsuki: “Yeah, Sayori. Don’t worry, we’ll be there soon. Just take deep breaths and focus on the thought of finally getting to hold your baby.”

Sayori: “T-Thank you, guys… I don’t know what I would do without you…”

Monika: “You don’t have to worry about that, Sayori. We’ll always be here for you, no matter what. Just hang in there a little longer.”

(They quickly gather their things and rush out of the clubroom to head to the hospital, filled with a mix of worry and anticipation for what awaits them.)

(At the hospital…)

(They rush into the hospital, their hearts pounding with worry. They quickly approach the reception desk.)

Monika: (breathlessly) “Excuse me, we’re here for our friend Sayori. She’s in labor.”

Receptionist: “Ah, yes. We’ve been expecting you. Follow me, please.”

(The receptionist leads them down a hallway and into a room where Sayori is lying in a hospital bed, hooked up to various monitors.)

Sayori: (weakly) “Guys… I’m so glad you’re here.”

Monika: “We wouldn’t miss this for the world, Sayori.”

Natsuki: “How are you holding up?”

Sayori: (grimacing) “It’s really painful, but the doctors and nurses are helping me through it.”

Yuri: “That’s good to hear. Is there anything we can do to support you?”

Sayori: “Just being here with me is enough. Your presence means everything to me.”

Natsuki: “We’re not going anywhere, Sayori. We’re here for you every step of the way.”

Monika: “Just remember to breathe and stay calm. You’re doing an incredible job.”

(As they gather around Sayori, they offer words of encouragement and support. They hold her hand, wipe away her sweat, and provide comfort in any way they can.)

(After what feels like an eternity, it was finally time for Sayori to push.)