[In the clubroom…]

Monika: “Hold on…where are Sayori and MC?”

Yuri: “I’m not sure, I haven’t seen them since earlier.”

Natsuki: “Knowing Sayori, she’s probably off dragging MC into some kind of shenanigan. That, or they’re on their honeymoon.”

Monika: “Well, let’s hope it’s not the latter. We have a club meeting to attend to after all. I’ll give them a call, just in case.”

(Monika takes out her phone and dials Sayori’s number. However, there’s no response.)

Monika: “Hmm, no answer… They must be pretty caught up in whatever they’re doing. Well, we’ll just have to start the meeting without them.”

Yuri: “Perhaps we can reach out to them later, once the meeting is over.”

Natsuki: “Yeah, they’ll probably show up eventually. We can’t let their absence disrupt our plans.”

Monika: “Right. Let’s try to focus on the club activities for now. We have a lot to discuss and prepare for.”

[Meanwhile, at a hospital…]

MC: “Sayori, I know it’s painful, but focus on the end goal - meeting our precious little Sachiko. Just hold my hand, and push whenever you feel a contraction.”

Sayori: (gritting her teeth) “I-I’m trying, MC, I’m trying my best…”

MC: (squeezing Sayori’s hand tightly) “You’re doing amazing, Sayori. Just a little bit longer and we’ll get to see our baby girl.”

(Suddenly, a nurse walks into the room.)

Nurse: “Excuse me, but visiting hours are over. Only immediate family members are allowed to stay.”

MC: “But I’m her husband, and we’re about to have a baby together! Can’t you make an exception?”

Nurse: “I’m sorry, but h-”

(All of a sudden, Sayori lets out a loud scream as another contraction hits, interrupting the nurse.)

Sayori: (through gritted teeth) “Please, just let him stay. I need him here with me.”

(The nurse looks at Sayori for a moment, her expression softening.)

Nurse: “Alright, I understand. Just one person though, no more.”

(The nurse exits the room, allowing MC to stay by Sayori’s side.)

MC: (whispering) “Thank you, nurse.”

(Sayori squeezes MC’s hand even tighter.)

Sayori: “I don’t know if I can do this, MC. It hurts so much.”

MC: “I know it’s hard, Sayori, but I believe in you. You’re the strongest person I know. Just remember, with every push, we’re one step closer to meeting Sachiko.”

(Sayori takes a deep breath, finding the strength within herself to keep going.)

Sayori: “Okay, let’s do this together, MC.”

(MC and Sayori continue to support each other through the grueling, but ultimately rewarding, process of childbirth.)

[Back at the clubroom…]

Monika: “Alright, everyone, let’s get started with the meeting.”

Yuri: “Um, Monika, have you tried calling Sayori and MC again?”

Monika: “No, I haven’t. I’ll go ahead and call them.”

(Monika dials Sayori’s number once again, hoping for a response this time. After a few rings, Sayori finally picks up.)

Sayori: (panting) “H-Hello?”

Monika: “Sayori, are you okay? Where are you and MC?”

Sayori: (taking a deep breath) “We’re at the hospital… I’m in labor, Monika.”

Monika: (surprised) “Oh my gosh, Sayori! I had no idea! Are you and the baby okay?”

Sayori: (grinning) “Yes, we’re both doing fine. It’s been a challenging process, but MC has been here by my side the whole time.”

Monika: “That’s wonderful, Sayori! Congratulations! We’ll definitely have to celebrate once you’re ready.”

Sayori: “Thank you, Monika! We’re so excited to meet our little Sachiko.”

Monika: “I’m glad to hear that. Don’t worry about the club meeting, we’ll take care of everything. Just focus on yourself and the baby right now.”

Sayori: “Thank you so much, Monika. You’re the best club president.”

Monika: “You’re welcome, Sayori. Take care and let us know if you need anything. We’re here for you.”

(Sayori hangs up the phone and Monika turns to the rest of the club members.)

Monika: “Everyone, we have to postpone the meeting for now. Sayori is in the hospital, giving birth to her baby girl right now.”