(I started to wonder as to who the father of Sayori’s baby is. After all, I was a little shocked when Sayori announced her pregnancy last month - and Monika was, too. Just then, Natsuki enters the room.)

Natsuki: “Hey, guys! Sorry I’m late. I had some personal things back home.”

Monika: “It’s okay, Natsuki.”

Sayori: “Jeez…my cravings are just out of control today.”

Monika: “Of course they are. So…how are you feeling, Yuri?”

(I felt like I was going to throw up, but decided to hide the fact I was sick.)

Yuri: “I’m feeling okay. How about you, Natsuki?”

Natsuki: “I’m good. So, what are we talking about?”

Sayori: “Well, we were just wondering who the father of my baby is.”

Natsuki: “Oh, wow. That’s a big question.”

Monika: “Yes, it is. Sayori hasn’t told us yet.”

Sayori: “That’s because I don’t know who the father is.”

Yuri: “What do you mean you don’t know?”

Sayori: “I mean, it could be one of three guys.”

Natsuki: “Three guys?! Sayori, how could you not know?”

Sayori: “I know, I know. But I was going through a rough patch and was feeling pretty reckless. I don’t even remember who I was with when I got pregnant.”

Monika: “This is not good, Sayori. You need to talk to each of them and find out who is the father.”

Sayori: “I know, I know. I’m just scared and not sure how to bring it up.”

Yuri: “We’ll help you, Sayori. Just tell us who they are.”

Sayori: “Okay, well…there’s Mark, Jake, and David.”

Natsuki: “I know Mark. He’s not the most responsible guy.”

Monika: “Jake is a nice guy, but he’s not really looking for a relationship right now.”

Yuri: “David is more mature, but he’s also been in a long-term relationship. Maybe he’s not the best option.”

Sayori: “I just don’t know what to do. I don’t want to be a burden on anyone.”

Natsuki: “You’re not a burden, Sayori. We’re here for you.”

Monika: “Yes, we are. And we’ll help you figure it out.”

Yuri: “We love you, Sayori. And we’ll support you no matter what.”

Sayori: “Thank you all so much. I don’t know what I’d do without you guys.”

Natsuki: “Don’t worry, Sayori. We’ll get through this together.”

(Just then, my phone started ringing. It was Ayano - one of my friends from the school I used to attend before I joined the literature club.)

Yuri: “Excuse me, I’m getting a call.”

(I step outside to answer the call.)

Yuri: “Hello?”

Ayano: (in the dance studio, rubbing Kokana’s massive triplet bump) “Hey, Yuri. Long time no talk.”

Yuri: “Ayano, it’s nice to hear from you. How have you been?”

Ayano: “I’ve been good. Busy with the dance studio lately. Kokona wants to talk, too.”

(Kokona grabs the phone from Ayano.)

Kokona: “Hello, Yuri!”

Yuri: “Hey, Kokona! How are you feeling?”

Kokona: “Well, I’m a little tired, but otherwise good. The babies are moving around a lot.”

Yuri: “Oh, that’s good to hear. How many weeks are you now?”

Kokona: “I’m at 36 weeks now, so it won’t be long until they’re here. But…I heard from one of the others that Musume isn’t feeling so good.”

Yuri: “Oh no, what’s wrong with her?”

Kokona: “I’m not quite sure. But I wanted you to know, in case you wanted to check in on her.”

Yuri: “Thank you for letting me know, Kokona. I’ll make sure to check on her right away.”

Kokona: “Great, thanks. And take care of yourself, too.”

Yuri: “I will. Talk to you soon.”

(I hang up the phone and head back inside the room.)

Yuri: “Hey, guys. Sorry about that.”

Sayori: “No worries, Yuri. Is everything okay?”

Yuri: “Yeah, it was just a call from a friend. But on a different note, I heard that Musume isn’t feeling well.”

Natsuki: “Oh no, what’s wrong with her?”

Yuri: “I’m not sure, but I think I should go check on her.”

Monika: “Of course, Yuri. We’ll take care of things here.”

Sayori: “Thank you, Yuri. And please let us know if there’s anything we can do to help.”

Yuri: “Will do. See you all later.”

(I quickly head out the door and make my way to Musume’s house. As I arrive at Musume’s house, I notice that she looks very pale and weak. She’s sitting on the couch, holding her stomach in pain.)

Yuri: “Musume, are you okay?”

Musume: (weakly) “Y-yeah…just not feeling well.”

Yuri: “What’s wrong? Is it your stomach?”

Musume: “Yeah… it’s been hurting a lot lately.”

Yuri: “Have you seen a doctor?”

Musume: “No… I don’t have the money to go.”

Yuri: “That’s not okay. You need to take care of yourself. I’ll take you to the hospital.”

Musume: “No, Yuri, you don’t have to do that…”

Yuri: “Yes, I do. I care about you, Musume. And I don’t want anything to happen to you.”

Musume: (tears in her eyes) “Thank you, Yuri. I really appreciate it.”

(I help Musume to her feet and assist her to my car. We rush to the hospital, and after a few hours of waiting, she’s finally seen by a doctor.)