(In the school literature clubroom…)

Monika: “Okay, this is getting ridiculous. Yuri should’ve been here by now!”

Sayori: “I know, it’s so unlike her to be late. Do you think something happened?”

Natsuki: (rolls her eyes) “Don’t tell me you’re getting worried, Monika. It’s just Yuri being Yuri, probably drowning in her books or something.”

Monika: “Well, I can’t help but worry. We’re supposed to be discussing our upcoming poetry session today.”

Sayori: “You’re right, Monika. We can’t start without her.”

(Meanwhile, at Yuri’s place…)

Yuri: (starting to have contractions) “Ah. Ah! Oh, it’s coming!”

(In the midst of her contractions, Yuri frantically grabs her phone and dials Monika’s number)

Yuri: (panicked) “Monika! It-it’s happening! I think…I think I’m going into labor!”

Monika: (concerned) “Yuri?! Oh no, stay calm, I’ll be right there! Just breathe and try to time your contractions!”

(As Yuri hangs up and gathers her things, the pain intensifies with each passing moment. She fumbles to unlock her front door, barely managing to step outside before her water breaks)

Yuri: “Oh no…it’s really coming now! I’ve got to hurry to the clubroom!”

(Meanwhile, back at the clubroom…)

Sayori: “Do you think maybe we should go check on Yuri? She’s never been this late before.”

Natsuki: (sighs) “Fine, I’ll go with you. But she better have a good reason for holding up our meeting.”

(Just as Sayori and Natsuki are about to leave the room, the door bursts open and Yuri stumbles in, clearly in pain.)

Sayori: “Yuri, oh my gosh! Are you okay?”

Yuri: (struggling to speak) “I…I went into labor…”

Monika: (rushing over to Yuri) “Oh no! Why didn’t you call an ambulance?”

Yuri: (gasping) “I…I didn’t have time…I wanted to make it to the clubroom…for the meeting…”

Natsuki: (panicked) “Yuri, you can’t ignore something like this! We need to get you to the hospital!”

(Without wasting another moment, Monika calls an ambulance while Natsuki and Sayori help Yuri to sit down. The clubroom turns into a flurry of activity as everyone tries to ensure Yuri’s comfort while they wait for medical help.)

Monika: “Yuri, everything will be alright. Just hold on, help is on the way.”

Yuri: (weakly) “Thank…thank you, M-” (clutching her belly) “AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHH!!! OH, IT’S HAPPENING!!!”

(As Yuri cries out in pain, the room falls into a tense silence. The sound of an approaching ambulance grows louder outside)

Monika: (frantically) “Hang in there, Yuri! The ambulance is almost here!”

Sayori: (teary-eyed) “You’re going to be alright, Yuri! Just keep breathing!”

Natsuki: (gripping Yuri’s hand) “Don’t worry, we’ll stay with you every step of the way. Just hold on!”

(Yuri’s contractions intensify, and the pain becomes unbearable. She clenches her teeth and squeezes Natsuki’s hand tightly)

Yuri: (groaning) “I can’t… I can’t do this… it hurts so much…”

Monika: (encouragingly) “You’re strong, Yuri! We believe in you! Just a little longer!”

Yuri: (clutching her belly even tighter) “AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! IT’S COMING OUT!!!”

(The sound of sirens fills the air as the ambulance arrives outside the school. Paramedics rush into the clubroom, bringing a stretcher with them.)

Paramedic: “Alright, we’re here to help. Is she going into labor?”

Monika: “Yes, she’s about to give birth. Please, help her!”

(The paramedics quickly assess the situation and guide Yuri onto the stretcher. With Monika, Sayori, and Natsuki by her side, Yuri is wheeled out of the clubroom and into the ambulance.)

Paramedic: “We’ll do everything we can to make this as comfortable as possible. Stay calm, Y-”

(Without any warning, Yuri lets out another loud scream as she feels an intense pressure and an overwhelming urge to push.)

Monika: (holding back tears) “Yuri, just remember to breathe and push when the pain comes. You’re doing great!”

(Yuri grits her teeth and follows Monika’s instructions, pushing with all her strength. The paramedics work quickly and efficiently, providing encouragement and support.)

Sayori: (cheering) “You’re almost there, Yuri! Keep pushing, you can do it!”

Natsuki: (holding Yuri’s hand tightly) “We’re so proud of you, Yuri! Just a little more!”

(Yuri takes one final deep breath and gives one last push. Suddenly, the room is filled with the sound of a baby’s cry.)

Yuri: “My baby Violet!”

(The paramedics swiftly clean and wrap the newborn baby in a blanket before gently placing her in Yuri’s arms.)

Yuri: (teary-eyed) “Oh, Violet, my little dandere…you’re finally here…”

(The room is filled with a mixture of relief, joy, and awe as everyone watches Yuri cradle her newborn daughter. The paramedics congratulate Yuri and the club members on a successful delivery.)

Paramedic: “Congratulations, Yuri! You did an amazing job. Welcome to the world, Violet.”

(Sayori wipes away her tears with a smile, while Natsuki and Monika exchange a glance filled with amazement.)

Monika: “Yuri, you were incredible. We’re so proud of you.”

Natsuki: “Yeah, Yuri. I didn’t expect you to be this strong. You’re a true fighter.”

(Yuri smiles weakly, still feeling the effects of labor, but her eyes are filled with pure love and happiness.)

Yuri: “Thank you, everyone… for being here and supporting me. I couldn’t have done it without you all.”

(After a few moments of celebrating and marveling at the newborn baby, one of the paramedics gently reminds them that they need to head to the hospital for a check-up.)

Paramedic: “It’s time for both of you to go to the hospital now. We’ll make sure you and Violet receive the care you need.”

(Monika, Sayori, and Natsuki gather their things, making sure Yuri feels supported as they help her into the ambulance.)

Sayori: “We’ll be right there with you, Yuri. Violet is going to have the best aunties ever.”

Natsuki: “And don’t worry about the club or the poetry session. We’ll take care of everything.”

(Yuri’s face lights up with gratitude, and she nods gently.)

Yuri: “Thank you… I’m so lucky to have such amazing friends.”

(The paramedics secure Yuri and Violet inside the ambulance and drive off, leaving the clubroom behind. The room is left in a state of mixed emotions - relief, excitement, and a renewed sense of appreciation for the bonds they share.)

Monika: “Today was unexpected, but it’s a day we won’t forget. Let’s make sure we’re there for Yuri and Violet every step of the way.”

Natsuki: “Definitely. I never thought Yuri would give birth in the clubroom, but hey, it’s a story to tell, right?”

(Sayori giggles through her remaining tears, wiping them away with a smile.)

Sayori: “Yeah, it definitely adds to the list of our memorable moments. Let’s be the best support system for Yuri and Violet.”

(With renewed determination, the club members clean up the clubroom, making sure everything is in order for when Yuri and the baby return. They couldn’t help but feel a profound sense of awe and appreciation for life’s unexpected surprises, and the strength they found within themselves and their friendships.)

(The literature club, now a tighter-knit family, eagerly awaits the day when Yuri and Violet will return, ready to embark on new chapters together.)

{3 YEARS LATER}