(In the clubroom…)

Yuri: (worried) “S-S-She hasn’t shown up yet?!”

Monika: “I know she’s usually the last one to arrive, but this is just ridiculous.”

Sayori: (entering the clubroom) “Who are you two waiting for?”

Yuri: “Oh, Sayori! We were waiting for Natsuki. She hasn’t shown up yet, and we were getting a little worried.”

Monika: “We thought something might have happened to her since she’s usually here by now.”

Sayori: “Oh no, I hope she’s okay. Maybe something came up and she couldn’t make it today.”

Yuri: “That’s a possibility, but I just hope it’s nothing serious.”

Monika: “Let’s wait a little longer, just in case she’s running late.”

(They continue waiting for a few more minutes, but there’s still no sign of Natsuki.)

Yuri: (nervously) “Do you think we should give her a call? Maybe she forgot about the club meeting or got caught up in something.”

Monika: “That’s a good idea. Let me try reaching her.”

(Monika takes out her phone and dials Natsuki’s number, waiting anxiously for her to pick up.)

Sayori: “I’m really worried. Natsuki is usually so punctual. I hope she’s alright.”

Monika: (finishing the call) “She didn’t pick up. Her phone must be on silent or she’s not able to answer right now.”

Yuri: “What do we do now? Should we head over to her house to check on her?”

Monika: “I think that might be the best option. We can’t just leave it like this. Sayori, do you remember where Natsuki lives?”

Sayori: “Yeah, I remember. Let’s go find her and make sure she’s okay.”

(The three girls quickly gather their belongings and leave the clubroom, heading towards Natsuki’s house. With each passing step, their worry grows stronger.)

(At Natsuki’s house…)

Sayori: “I hope she’s home. It would be a relief to know she’s okay.”

Yuri: “Should we knock on her door?”

Monika: “Let’s try that first.”

(The girls approach Natsuki’s front door and Monika gently knocks. They wait for a few moments, but there’s no response. But then, Yuri notices the front door is unlocked.)

Yuri: “The door…it’s unlocked.”

Sayori: “That’s strange. Natsuki always locks her door when she’s not home.”

Monika: “Maybe she forgot to lock it this time. Let’s go inside and check if she’s here.”

(The girls cautiously enter Natsuki’s house. They call out her name, but there’s no response.)

Yuri: “Natsuki? Are you here?”

Sayori: “Natsuki, it’s us! We were worried about you!”

Monika: “We should split up and search the house. Maybe she’s in her room or in the kitchen.”

(Sayori heads upstairs to check Natsuki’s bedroom, Yuri goes towards the kitchen, and Monika searches the living room. However, there still was no sign of Natsuki. Just then, they can hear her screams of labor coming from the bathroom.)

Natsuki: (screaming in pain) “Oh no! The labor pains are getting worse!”

Monika: (rushing towards the bathroom) “Natsuki! Are you in there? We’re coming!”

(Monika and the others burst into the bathroom to find Natsuki in the middle of labor, gripping onto the sides of her bathtub for support.)

Natsuki: (crying out) “Oh my god, it hurts so much!”

Yuri: (rushing to Natsuki’s side) “Natsuki, what happened?!”

Natsuki: “I…I went into labor. I didn’t expect it to happen today…it’s too early…” (starting to push) “AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!” (looking at her baby bump) “I-I-I-I don’t want little Sakura to be born prematurely…I’m only seven months into the pregnancy…”

Monika: (panicked) “We need to get you to the hospital right away, Natsuki! They’ll know how to handle the situation and make sure Sakura is safe.”

Sayori: (calling 911) “I’m calling an ambulance right now! Just hold on, Natsuki!”

Yuri: (frantically searching for any towels or blankets) “We need something to help keep Natsuki comfortable and warm.”

(Natsuki continues to experience intense labor pains while the girls do their best to support her and keep her calm.)

Monika: (supporting Natsuki) “Remember to breathe, Natsuki. Focus on your breathing. Everything will be okay.”

Sayori: (on the phone with emergency services) “Please, hurry! My friend is going into premature labor!”

Dispatch: “Help is on the way. Stay with her and try your best to keep her comfortable.”

Yuri: (finding some towels and blankets) “Here, let’s try to make her as comfortable as possible.”

(As they wait for the ambulance, the girls work together to create a makeshift bed on the bathroom floor for Natsuki. They do their best to reassure her and keep her spirits up.)

Natsuki: (in pain) “I…I can’t believe this is happening…”

Monika: “It’s going to be okay, Natsuki. We’re here for you every step of the way.”

Sayori: (holding Natsuki’s hand) “You’re not alone, Natsuki. We’re all here for you. Just keep pushing, and we’ll get through this together.”

(After what feels like an eternity, the sound of an ambulance siren can be heard approaching.)

Monika: “Help is here! Just hold on a little longer, Natsuki. They’ll take care of you.”

(The paramedics rush in, assessing the situation and quickly getting Natsuki on a stretcher. The girls follow closely behind as they rush her to the hospital.)

Monika: (holding Natsuki’s hand) “We won’t leave your side, Natsuki. We’ll be right here with you.”

(The girls stay by Natsuki’s side throughout her labor, offering words of encouragement and support. And finally, after what feels like an eternity, Natsuki gives birth to a beautiful baby girl.)

Natsuki: (tears of joy) “She’s…she’s here. Little Sakura…she made it. She’s so small…I can’t believe she survived, despite being premature.”