(In the school literature clubroom…)

Sayori: “MC, have you seen the others anywhere? I haven’t seen Natsuki, Yuri, or Monika in a while.”

MC: “Hmm, now that you mention it, I haven’t seen them either. They should be here. Maybe they’re just running late.”

Sayori: “Well, Natsuki’s never late, so something must have happened. I hope they’re all okay.”

MC: “Yeah, me too. Let’s go check the school grounds. They might just be hanging out somewhere.”

(Sayori and MC leave the clubroom and start searching for their missing friends.)

MC: “Hey, have you checked the courtyard yet?”

Sayori: “No, let’s go there next.”

(They walk to the school courtyard and find Natsuki sitting alone on a bench, 7 months pregnant & speaking to her unborn daughter.)

Natsuki: “Alright Sakura, Mommy’s just gonna rest here for a bit. You’ve been quite active today.”

MC: “Natsuki, there you are! We were all worried about you. What are you doing out here?”

Natsuki: “Oh, hey guys. Sorry for disappearing like that. I just needed some fresh air and a little break. Being pregnant can be exhausting sometimes.”

Sayori: “Pregnant? Natsuki, you never told us! Congratulations! When are you due?”

Natsuki: “Thank you, Sayori. I’m due in about two months. It’s been quite the journey so far, but I’m excited to meet my little Sakura.”

MC: “That’s wonderful news, Natsuki. We’re all so happy for you. Is there anything we can do to help?”

Natsuki: “Just your support and understanding means a lot to me. It’s been a bit challenging balancing school, the literature club, and my pregnancy, but I’m doing my best.”

Sayori: “We’ll do everything we can to make it easier for you, Natsuki. You’re not alone in this.”

MC: “Absolutely. We’re here for you every step of the way. Let us know if there’s anything specific you need, whether it’s help with schoolwork or even taking care of Sakura once she’s born.”

Natsuki: “Thank you, guys. I really appreciate it. You’re the best friends anyone could ask for. But still, Sakura decided she wanted to have a little dance party in my womb and now I can’t seem to get her to settle down. It’s been quite the workout.”

Sayori: “Aw, Sakura must be quite the lively one! Maybe she’s just as excited to meet all of us as we are to meet her.”

MC: “Well, I’m sure she’ll appreciate all the love and care you’re giving her, Natsuki. It sounds like you’re already an amazing mom.”

Sayori: “Definitely! And don’t worry about the literature club, Natsuki. We can handle things while you focus on taking care of yourself and Sakura.”

Natsuki: “Thank you, both of you. It means a lot to me. I’m lucky to have such supportive friends.”

MC: “Hey, why don’t we go back to the clubroom? We can all spend some time together, and maybe we can even brainstorm some ideas for the next literature club meeting.”

Natsuki: “That sounds like a great idea. I could use some distraction from all the kicking Sakura’s doing.”

Sayori: “We’ll make sure to keep the discussions light and fun. Just let us know if you need to take breaks or if you’re feeling tired.”

(Natsuki, MC, and Sayori head back to the clubroom, where Yuri and Monika are waiting.)

Yuri: “There you are! We were starting to get worried.”

Monika: “Yeah, we noticed you all were gone for quite some time. Is everything alright?”

Natsuki: “Everything’s fine, guys! Sorry for disappearing like that. I just needed some rest from Sakura having a