(In the school literature clubroom…)

Monika: “There! Everything’s all set up for today’s meeting. Now we just need Natsuki.”

Sayori: “I hope she doesn’t take too long this time! You know how she can be when she’s worried about her baking.”

Yuri: “It’s understandable. She puts a lot of pressure on herself, especially with the cupcakes she promised.”

Monika: “Exactly. She wants everything to be perfect. Maybe we should give her a little more time before we start.”

Sayori: “Yeah! Plus, I’m really looking forward to trying them. I’m sure they’ll be delicious!”

Yuri: “I think it’s sweet that she puts so much effort into it. It shows how much she cares about us.”

Monika: “Definitely. And it’s nice that we can all come together for something like this. It’s just what the club needs.”

Sayori: “I just hope she’s not too stressed. It’s not good for her or the baby…”

Monika: “Wait, Sayori, what do you mean by ‘the baby’?”

Sayori: “Natsuki told me she was going to have a baby soon. She’s already in her 7th month, and just found out her baby’s going to be a girl - calling her Sakura.”

Monika: “A baby? I had no idea! Wow, that’s such big news!”

Yuri: “It certainly is. Natsuki must have been keeping it to herself for a while. It’s a big responsibility, especially with her already busy life.”

Sayori: “Yeah! She’s had to juggle so many things, and I just want to help her however I can. I think she might be worried about how everyone will react.”

Monika: “That makes sense. We should definitely be supportive. I can’t even imagine how stressful that must be for her right now.”

Yuri: “Perhaps we could come up with a way to help her feel more at ease during the meeting. We could even have a sort of celebration for the baby.”

Sayori: “That would be amazing! Maybe we can decorate the room a little and prepare a little gift for her. Something special for Sakura!”

Monika: “I love that idea! We can make it a surprise. The cupcakes will be a great treat, and if we can show Natsuki how happy we are for her, it might take some of the stress off her shoulders.”

Yuri: “And we should assure her that we’re all here for her, no matter what. Parenting can be overwhelming, but she won’t be alone.”

Sayori: “Exactly! We’re her friends, and we want to support her. I just hope she knows how much we care.”

Monika: “I think she will once we show her. Now, let’s brainstorm some ideas for decorations and gifts while we wait for her!”

(Just then, the door bursts open, and Natsuki rushes in, tightly clutching her stomach, groaning in pain.)

Natsuki: “Ugh… I’m so sorry I’m late! I was trying to finish the last batch of cupcakes, but then… oh no, it’s happening!”

Sayori: “Natsuki! Are you okay? What do you mean ‘it’s happening’?”

Natsuki: “I think Sakura is ready to make her appearance! I’ve been having these cramps for a while, and it just hit me!”

Monika: “Oh no, do you need help? We should get you to a doctor or—”

Yuri: “Natsuki, please sit down. Just take deep breaths. We’ll figure this out together.”

Natsuki: “No! I can’t just leave! I promised I would bring the cupcakes for you all! I—I need to finish them!”

Sayori: “Natsuki, your health is way more important than the cupcakes! We’ll take care of everything. Just focus on yourself right now.”