(In the school literature clubroom…)

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

Natsuki: “Ugh, why is she always late? It’s not like she has to do anything special to prepare.”

Sayori: “Maybe she got caught up reading again? You know how she gets when she finds a really good book!”

Monika: “I hope she’s okay. I just sent her a message earlier to make sure she didn’t forget.”

Natsuki: (caressing her belly) “Well, if she doesn’t show up soon, we might as well start without her. I don’t want to have Sakura before I finish discussing our plans for the festival!”

Sayori: “Aww, Natsuki! You’re so excited about being a mom. I can’t wait to see Sakura! She’s going to be so cute!“

Natsuki: (blushing) “W-Well, it’s not like I’m that excited or anything! I just want everything to go smoothly. What if Yuri doesn’t even show up? She could miss the chance to help out!”

Monika: “I get it, Natsuki. But we should give her just a little more time. After all, she might have something interesting to share with us today!”

Sayori: “Yeah! And besides, we should support her! You know how much she loves talking about her favorite books, right? Maybe she found one that she can’t stop thinking about!”

Natsuki: “Fine, fine. But if she doesn’t show up in ten minutes, I’m starting w- …um…guys?”

Sayori: “Huh? What is it, Natsuki?”

Natsuki: “I think…I think my water just broke!”

Sayori: “What?! Natsuki, are you serious right now?!”

Monika: “Oh no! Are you feeling okay?! We need to call someone!”

Natsuki: (panic in her voice) “I didn’t think it would happen so soon! I thought I had more time!”

Sayori: “Okay, okay! Just breathe, Natsuki! Do you need to sit down?”

Natsuki: “I-I don’t know—everything’s happening so fast! I can’t believe this is happening at the club! What am I supposed to do? Is she really coming now? I’m not ready!”

Monika: “Just focus on taking deep breaths. We’re here for you, and you’re not alone. I’ll grab my phone and call an ambulance, just in case.”

Sayori: “I’ll get you some water! Just stay calm, Natsuki! Remember what we talked about—one step at a time!”

Natsuki: “I can’t think about that right now! I just wanted to discuss the festival and enjoy my day with you two…”

Sayori: “It’s okay, Natsuki! You can still do that! Just focus on yourself right now. We’ll handle everything else.”

Monika: (dialing the number) “I’m calling for help right now. You’re going to be okay, Natsuki. Just hang in there.”

Natsuki: (panicking) “What if I can’t do this? What if it hurts too much? What if…what if I mess everything up?”

Sayori: “You’re the strongest person I know, Natsuki! You’ve faced so many challenges, and you’ve come out on top every time! Just think about how much you wanted to be a mom and how much love you’re going to give to Sakura!”

Natsuki: “You really think so?”

Monika: (putting her phone down, looking at Natsuki with determination) “Absolutely! You have us, and we believe in you. You’re not alone in this. Just take it one breath at a time.”

Natsuki: (closing her eyes and taking a deep breath) “Okay…okay, I can do this. I can do this…I can- AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHH!!!”

Sayori: “Natsuki, what’s happening?! Are you okay?!”

Natsuki: “I-I need to push! I can feel her coming!”

Monika: “Natsuki, wait! You’re only in your 7th month - it’s too soon! We need to keep you calm and help you until the ambulance arrives.”

Sayori: “Natsuki, just focus on us! Remember, we’re here for you! You can lean on me if you need support!”

Natsuki: (breathing heavily) “I can’t…I can’t hold it back! She’s coming!”

Monika: “Natsuki, listen - if you push now, it’s too early! We have to keep you stable until help arrives.”

Natsuki: “I can’t help it! I can feel her! I-I need to push! Here she comes!”