(In the clubroom…)

Natsuki: “GAH! How come she’s not shown up yet?! We’ve got 5 weeks until the festival, and she’s nowhere to be seen!”

Monika: “Always one to have a meltdown when something goes wrong, huh?”

Sayori: (walking into the clubroom) “What’s going on? What’s gotten Natsuki so angry?”

Natsuki: “Oh, finally, Sayori! Yuri’s not here, and we need to brainstorm ideas for the festival. She’s always so absorbed in her books, but this time she’s really taking too long.”

Sayori: “Hmm, maybe she lost track of time again? I’ll go check on her and see if everything’s alright.”

Monika: “Good idea, Sayori. We don’t want her missing out on the festival preparations. And Natsuki, let’s try to stay calm and come up with some ideas in the meantime, okay?”

Natsuki: *sighs* “Fine, but she better hurry back soon.”

(Sayori heads off to find Yuri.)

Sayori: (knocking on Yuri’s door) “Yuri? Are you in there? We’re all waiting for you at the clubroom.”

(No response.)

Sayori: (knocking again) “Yuri? Please come out, we need your input for the festival. Natsuki’s getting really worried.”

(Still no response. Eventually, Yuri - albeit 8 months pregnant - opens the door.)

Yuri: “Oh, I’m sorry for keeping everyone waiting. I must have lost track of time again. But believe me, this baby’s been kicking nonstop! I mean…just look!”

(Yuri lifts up her uniform to reveal her baby bump - which is bustling with constant movements.)

Sayori: “Wow, Yuri, your baby bump is so adorable! It’s amazing to see how much the baby is active. Anyways, could you come back to the clubroom? Natsuki’s freaking out.”

Yuri: “Of course, Sayori! I apologize for making everyone worry. Let’s head back to the clubroom together.”

(Sayori and Yuri make their way back to the clubroom where Natsuki and Monika are waiting.)

Monika: “Finally, you’re here, Yuri! We were starting to get concerned. Is everything alright?”

Yuri: “Yes, everything’s fine. I just lost track of time, as usual. But look at this little one!” (Yuri gently places her hand on her baby bump)

Natsuki: (softening her expression) “Well, I guess we can forgive you this time. Your baby bump is pretty cool, I have to admit.”

Yuri: (smiling) “Thank you, Natsuki. I’m sorry for causing a fuss. Let’s focus on brainstorming for the festival now.”

(Sayori and Monika join Natsuki and Yuri at the table.)

Monika: “Now that we’re all here, let’s start sharing our ideas. We have to make sure this year’s festival is the best the Literature Club has ever had!”

(The club members engage in a productive brainstorming session, bouncing ideas off each other and getting excited about the upcoming festival. Despite the minor setback, they manage to come up with fantastic plans for their poetry performances, decorations, and engaging activities.)

Sayori: “I’m so glad we’re all back together and working towards making the festival a success. It’s going to be amazing!”

Natsuki: “Yeah, and now that we have Yuri’s unique perspective as a mom-to-be, we can incorporate that into our activities too!”

Yuri: “I appreciate your understanding, everyone. I’m thrilled to contribute to the festival and share this joyous experience with all of you.”

Monika: “Alright, it seems like we have a solid plan now. Let’s get to work, everyone!”

(The Literature Club members begin their festival preparations, united and determined to make it a memorable event for themselves and their fellow students. And with Yuri’s baby bump as a constant reminder of the new life growing within her, their dedication and enthusiasm skyrocket.)

(5 weeks later, during the festival…)