(In the school literature clubroom…)

Monika: “…where is everyone? MC said he’d be here eventually, and Natsuki & Yuri said they’d bring their poems with them.”

Sayori: “I’m not sure. Maybe they got caught up with other things. But hey, we can start discussing our next plan for the club in the meantime!”

Monika: “That sounds like a good idea. Sayori, do you have any ideas for club activities we can do this month?”

Sayori: “Well, I was thinking we could do a poetry slam competition! Each of us can write a poem and then perform it in front of the club. It could be a fun way to showcase our creativity.”

Monika: “That sounds like a great idea, Sayori! I love the idea of encouraging everyone to share their work with each other. Let’s make it happen!”

(Meanwhile, Natsuki and Yuri enter the clubroom with their poems in hand - even with Natsuki being 7 months pregnant.)

Natsuki: “Sorry we’re late, guys. I almost closed the car door on Yuri’s foot. Gosh, pregnancy brain is really kicking in for me.”

Yuri: “No worries, Natsuki. I’m just glad we made it on time. I’m looking forward to sharing our poems with everyone.”

Monika: “Perfect timing! We were just discussing our next club activity. Sayori suggested a poetry slam competition, and I think it’s a fantastic idea. What do you guys think?”

Natsuki: “Sounds like fun! I’m all for it. I’m always up for a friendly competition. Hopefully it gets my mind off the baby’s impending arrival for a bit. And speaking of the baby, she’s been kicking a lot lately. It’s both exciting and nerve-wracking.”

Yuri: “I agree, Natsuki. I think a poetry slam competition sounds like a great way for us to showcase our talents and bond as a group. I’m looking forward to hearing everyone’s work.”

Sayori: “Yay! I’m glad everyone’s on board. Let’s start planning the details so we can make this competition a success. I’ll make sure to bring some snacks to keep us fueled during the event.”

Monika: “Excellent! Let’s set a date for the competition and start working on promoting it to the rest of the school. I have a feeling this is going to be a memorable event for all of us.”

(The literature club members excitedly start planning the poetry slam competition, eager to share their creativity with each other and the rest of the school. However, on the day of the poetry slam competition, Natsuki starts having contractions.)

Natsuki: “Oh…oh, no, not now. This is bad timing…”

Yuri: “Natsuki, are you okay? Should we take you to the hospital?”

Natsuki: “T-T-They’re just a few minutes apart. I think I can manage.”

Monika: “I’m calling an ambulance just in case the contractions get closer together. We need to make sure you and the baby are safe, Natsuki.”

Sayori: “Don’t worry, Natsuki. We’ll take care of everything here. Just focus on breathing and staying calm.”

(The club members spring into action, ensuring that Natsuki is taken care of and getting her the help she needs. However, the ambulance seems to be running late, and Natsuki’s contractions are getting more intense.)

Natsuki: “I-I can’t do this. It hurts so much…”

Yuri: “Natsuki, just breathe. You’re doing great. We’re here for you.”

Monika: “Hang in there, Natsuki. The ambulance will be here soon. Just keep breathing and try to relax as much as you can.”

Sayori: “I’ll stay with Natsuki. You guys go outside and look for the ambulance. We need to make sure they know it’s an emergency.”

(The club members split up, with Sayori staying by Natsuki’s side and comforting her while the others rush outside to flag down the ambulance. But just before the ambulance comes into view, Natsuki’s water breaks, indicating that the baby is coming sooner than expected.)

Natsuki: “Oh no, I think the baby’s coming! I can’t believe this is happening now!”

Yuri: “Stay calm, Natsuki. The ambulance is on its way-”

Monika: “Yuri, wait, stop! We don’t have time to wait for the ambulance. We need to help Natsuki deliver the baby right here, right now!”

Yuri: “But we’re not trained-”

Monika: “We have no choice, Yuri. We have to do it. Sayori, grab some towels and boiling water. We need to make sure Natsuki and the baby are safe.”

(The club members spring into action, with Monika guiding them through the process of delivering the baby.)

Natsuki: (crying in pain) “I…I can’t believe this is happening during the poetry slam competition…I thought I had two more months before the baby was due…”

Yuri: “It’s okay, Natsuki. We’ll get through this together. Just keep breathing and pushing.”

Sayori: “You’re doing amazing, Natsuki. Just a little bit more and the baby will be here.”

Monika: “Almost there, Natsuki! Just one more push!”

Natsuki: (with one last push) “AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!”

(The room falls silent for a moment, the only sound being the cries of the newborn baby. Natsuki holds her baby in her arms, tears streaming down her face as she looks at her precious child.)

Natsuki: “I did it…I can’t believe it! You’re finally here, Sakura!” (looking at her friends) “Thank you, everyone, for helping me through this. I couldn’t have done it without you.”