(In the clubroom…)

Yuri: “She hasn’t shown up yet…?”

Monika: “This…this isn’t like her…”

Sayori: (entering the clubroom) “Who are you two waiting for?”

Yuri: “Oh, Sayori! We were actually waiting for Natsuki. She’s usually the first one here.”

Monika: “Yeah, it’s unusual for her to be late. We’re getting a little worried.”

Sayori: “Hmm, that is strange. I saw her on my way to school today, and she seemed perfectly fine.”

Yuri: “You did? Maybe she got caught up with something. I hope she’s alright.”

Sayori: “I’m sure she’s just running a bit late. You know how life can be unpredictable sometimes.”

Monika: “You’re right, Sayori. Maybe we’re just overthinking it. But it wouldn’t hurt to check up on her, would it?”

Sayori: “No, I don’t think it would. Let’s give her a call and see if everything’s alright.”

(Yuri takes out her phone and dials Natsuki’s number. After a few rings, it goes to voicemail.)

Yuri: “She’s not picking up…that’s concerning.”

Monika: “Hmm, maybe we should head over to her house and see if she’s there.”

Sayori: “Good idea! Let’s go, girls.”

(The three of them make their way to Natsuki’s house, filled with a mix of worry and anticipation. They reach her front door and Monika rings the doorbell.)

Natsuki: (opening the door in the middle of contractions) “Please…help me…”

Yuri: “Natsuki, what’s happening? Are you okay?”

Natsuki: (in pain) “I…I’m going into labor…at only seven months. I need to push…now…”

Sayori: (panicking) “Oh no, Natsuki! We need to get you to the hospital right away-”

Natsuki: (starting to push) “AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHH!!!”

Monika: “Natsuki, you’re pushing already?!”

Natsuki: (in pain) “Yes, I can feel the baby coming… I can’t hold it back anymore!” (pushing again) “AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!”

Monika: “Natsuki, just breathe, okay?”

Sayori: “You’re going to be alright, Natsuki. We’re here for you.”

Natsuki: (gritting her teeth) “I…I didn’t expect this to happen…” (about to push again) “Oh god, it hurts so much!”

Yuri: “Natsuki, we’re here with you. You’re not alone. Just keep pushing, and we’ll get you through this.”

Monika: “We’re going to call an ambulance right now. They’ll be here as soon as possible. Stay strong, Natsuki.”

Sayori: “Remember to breathe, Natsuki, and focus on the end goal. Soon, you’ll be holding your baby in your arms.”

Natsuki: (through gritted teeth) “I…I can do this. I can’t give up now. I want my baby to be safe.”

(Yuri immediately dials 911 while Monika and Sayori continue to support Natsuki through her labor. Moments later, sirens can be heard as an ambulance arrives at Natsuki’s house.)

Paramedic: “We received a call about a woman in labor. Is she inside?”

Monika: “Yes, she’s just through here. Thank goodness you came.”

(The paramedics rush into the house and assess the situation. They quickly assist Natsuki and guide her onto a stretcher.)

Paramedic: “Everything is going to be alright, Natsuki. We’re going to take you to the hospital now-”

Natsuki: (interrupting with an extremely painful push) “AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!”