(In the clubroom…)

Monika: “Wait a minute…where’s Natsuki?”

Yuri: “You’re right, Monika. She hasn’t shown up yet. Sayori, can you give her a call?”

Sayori: “Of course, Yuri! Let me just grab my phone.” (reaching into her bag and pulling out her phone) “Alright, I’ll give her a call right now.”

(Sayori dials Natsuki’s number and waits for her to pick up.)

Natsuki: (through the phone, albeit in slight pain) “Hello?”

Sayori: “Hey Natsuki, it’s Sayori. We were all wondering where you are. Are you coming to the club?”

Natsuki: “Oh, hey Sayori. Sorry, I got caught up with…aah!…something at home. I didn’t realize it was club day. I’ll be there as soon as I can.”

Yuri: “Is everything alright? You sound a bit off.”

Natsuki: “Yeah, everything’s fine…nnnnnnngh!…just had a bit of a rough morning. But don’t worry, I’ll be there soon.”

Monika: “Are you sure you’re okay, Natsuki? We can give you some more time if you need it.”

Natsuki: “No, really, I’ll be fine. Just a little…ugh!..headache. I’ll take some medicine and be there soon. Promise.”

Sayori: “Alright, take your time, Natsuki. We’ll save you a seat.”

Yuri: “If there’s anything we can do to help, please let us know.”

Natsuki: “Thanks, guys. I appreciate it. I’ll see you soon. Bye now.”

(Sayori hangs up the phone and turns to the others.)

Sayori: “Natsuki said she’ll be here shortly. Hopefully, she’ll feel better soon.”

Monika: “Let’s hope so. In the meantime, let’s prepare for the club meeting. Yuri, would you mind setting up the tea?”

Yuri: “Not at all, Monika. I’ll brew some fresh tea for everyone.”

(As the club members prepare for the meeting, they all hope that Natsuki’s rough morning will pass and that she’ll be able to join them soon. All of a sudden, Monika’s phone rings.)

Monika: “Oh, it’s a call from Natsuki. Hello?”

Natsuki: (through the phone, sounding even more in pain) “Monika…the pain’s getting worse. I…I think something’s wrong with little Sakura. She’s not kicking as much as she used to…and the pain is so intense.”

Monika: “Natsuki, stay calm. We’ll get through this. Have you called a doctor?”

Natsuki: “No, not yet. I…I didn’t think it was necessary. But now, I’m really worried.”

Monika: “Okay, Natsuki. I’m going to call an ambulance for you. Just hang in there, okay? Everything is going to be alright.”

(She quickly dials 911 to request an ambulance)

Monika: “They’re on their way, Natsuki. Just focus on staying calm and breathing. We’ll be with you as soon as possible.”

Natsuki: “Thank you, Monika. I’m scared…but I trust you guys to help me.”

Monika: “We won’t let you face this alone, Natsuki. We’re here for you, no matter what.”

(They quickly gather their belongings and rush to Natsuki’s house, awaiting the arrival of the ambulance. As they wait, they do their best to offer support and reassurance to Natsuki.)

Yuri: “Natsuki, I’m really sorry you’re going through this. Is there anything we can do to help ease the pain?”

Natsuki: “I don’t know…maybe…distractions? Can you read to me, Yuri? It always helps me calm down.”

Yuri: “Of course, Natsuki. Let me find a book for you.”

(Sayori holds Natsuki’s hand, offering comfort, while Monika and Yuri search for a book to read aloud.)

Monika: “I found a book of short stories, Natsuki. Shall we start with that?”

Natsuki: “Yeah, that sounds good. Thank you, guys. I…I really appreciate it.”

(They begin reading together, trying to distract Natsuki from the pain she’s experiencing. Eventually, they hear the faint sound of an ambulance arriving outside.)

Sayori: “That must be the ambulance! Hang on, Natsuki. Help is here.”

(They quickly make way for the paramedics, guiding them to Natsuki and explaining her situation. The paramedics assess her condition and transport her to the hospital.)

Monika: “We’ll be right there with you, Natsuki. Don’t worry, we’re not leaving your side.”

(Sayori, Yuri, and Monika accompany Natsuki to the hospital, where she receives immediate medical attention. The club members wait anxiously for news about Natsuki and hope for the best possible outcome.)