(In the clubroom…)

Natsuki: (rubbing her pregnant belly) “You know, I think I’m enjoying this pregnancy so far.”

Sayori: “Good, Natsuki. I’m still confused as to why you want to keep the baby’s gender a surprise.”

(Suddenly, Natsuki’s unborn alien baby - Xanthus - telepathically communicates with her.)

Xanthus: “Good morning, Mom!”

Natsuki: (Startled) “Xanthus? Is that you?”

Xanthus: “Yes, Mom! I’ve been able to communicate with you telepathically all along! Isn’t it cool?”

Natsuki: (Her eyes widen in astonishment) “Wow, that’s… incredible! I didn’t expect this. Can you hear my thoughts too?”

Xanthus: “Yes, Mom! I can hear your thoughts as well. It’s like we have an extra special connection.”

Natsuki: “This is amazing! I never thought I would be able to communicate with my baby before they’re even born.”

Sayori: (Excited) “Oh wow, Natsuki! This is so cool! It’s like you have a little superhero inside you.”

Natsuki: (Chuckling) “Yeah, it definitely feels like that now. I can’t wait to see what other surprises Xanthus has in store for us.”

Xanthus: “I’m going to be the coolest baby ever, Mom! Just you wait.”

Sayori: (Grinning) “Oh, I can already imagine it! Xanthus is going to be the talk of the town.”

Natsuki: “Haha, well let’s just hope they’re a little less mischievous than their telepathic abilities might suggest.”

Xanthus: “I promise to be as well-behaved as I can be, Mom. But I think it’s about time that I told you my gender.”

Natsuki: (Curious) “Really? You’re ready to share that with us already?”

Xanthus: “Yes, Mom! I’ve been keeping it a secret just to surprise you, but I think it’s time to let you know. Are you ready?”

Natsuki: (Excited) “Of course! I’ve been dying to know. Tell me, Xanthus, what gender are you?”

Xanthus: “I am going to be a girl, Mom! You’re going to have a baby girl!”

Natsuki: (Tears of joy streaming down her face) “A girl? Oh my goodness, that’s such wonderful news! I can’t believe it, we’re having a daughter! Sayori, can you believe it?”

Sayori: (Overwhelmed with excitement) “Oh Natsuki, this is amazing! A little baby girl, it’s like a dream come true! She’s going to be so beautiful, just like her mommy.”

Natsuki: (Gently placing her hand on her belly) “I can already picture her, with her cute little face and tiny fingers. I’m going to love her so much, more than anything in this world.”

Xanthus: “And I love you too, Mom. I can’t wait to meet you and feel your warm embrace. We’re going to have so many wonderful moments together.”

Sayori: (Hugging Natsuki) “Natsuki, this is going to be such an incredible journey for you. I’m so happy for you, my dear friend.”

Natsuki: (Smiling through her tears) “Thank you, Sayori. Your support means the world to me. And I’m grateful to have Xanthus and this extraordinary bond we share. We’re going to make so many memories together, as a family.”

Xanthus: “That’s right, Mom. And don’t worry, I’ll always be here for you, even after I’m born. We’ll face everything together, and I’ll always protect you.”

Natsuki: (Gently caressing her belly) “I know you will, Xanthus. I’m overflowing with love and gratitude. We’re going to be the best mom and daughter duo, I just know it.”

Sayori: (Wiping away her happy tears) “Oh, I believe it too, Natsuki. You’re going to be an amazing mother, and Xanthus is going to be the luckiest girl on earth to have you.”

Natsuki: (Holding her baby bump lovingly) “Thank you, Sayori. I can hardly wait to welcome our little girl into the world. She’s already brought so much joy and love into our lives.”

Xanthus: “And I promise, Mom, I’m going to make you proud every single day. I love you more than words can express.”

Natsuki: (Whispering) “And I love you with all my heart, my precious little Xanthus. We’ll be a team, forever and always.”

(2 months later - Natsuki’s due date)