(In the clubroom…)

Natsuki: “Sayori’s taking FOREVER to show up?! Where is she?!”

Yuri: “Natsuki, calm down. Sayori probably overslept. Or she’s at the hospital…”

Monika: (sighs) “She’s probably just running late…” (she rubs her baby bump) “But I swear, this baby is kicking like there’s no tomorrow…and I’m like 8 months pregnant. But…what if my water breaks on the day of the festival? And considering this is my first pregnancy…”

(Just then, Sayori enters the room - still in her pajamas.)

Sayori: “Hi everyone! Sorry I’m late, I must have slept through my alarm again. But don’t worry, I’m feeling great today!”

Natsuki: “Finally, you’re here! We were starting to get worried. And why are you still in your pajamas?”

Sayori: “Well, you know me, always struggling with waking up on time. But at least I made it, right?”

Yuri: “Indeed, it’s better late than never. But let’s try to get dressed and ready quickly. The festival is just around the corner.”

Monika: “You’re right, Yuri. We have a lot to prepare for, and with my due date approaching, we need to be efficient. Sayori, would you like some help getting ready?”

Sayori: “That would be great, Monika! Thank you. I’ll make sure to pick up the pace.”

(Natsuki and Yuri start organizing the materials for their club activities, while Monika assists Sayori in getting dressed. After a few minutes, Sayori returns to the clubroom in her uniform.)

Sayori: “Ta-da! I’m all ready.”

Natsuki: “Took you long enough, but at least you managed to pull yourself together.”

Yuri: “Now that we’re all here, let’s focus on finalizing our plans for the festival. We have to make sure everything is perfect.”

Monika: “Agreed. Sayori, since you were late, maybe you can help Yuri and Natsuki with the decorations while I handle some paperwork?”

Sayori: “Sure thing, Monika! I’ll do my best to make up for lost time.”

(With everyone working together, they manage to complete their tasks efficiently. As the day of the festival approaches, the club members can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and anticipation.)

Natsuki: “I can’t believe the festival is almost here. We’ve put so much effort into this, it better be worth it.”

Yuri: “I’m sure it will be, Natsuki. Our hard work will pay off, and the visitors will appreciate our club’s efforts.”

Monika: “I can’t wait to see everything come together. And no matter what happens, we’ve become such a close-knit group through this journey. I’m glad I have all of you by my side.”

Sayori: “Me too, Monika. No matter what challenges we face, we always find a way to support each other. That’s what makes our club so special.”

(With their preparations complete and their spirits high, the Literature Club members look forward to showcasing their passion for literature at the upcoming festival.)

(On the day of the festival…)

(The Literature Club members arrive early at the school, each carrying different items for the event. Monika, still heavily pregnant, is determined to participate despite her condition.)

Monika: “Alright, everyone! Let’s set up our booth and make it the best one in the entire festival!”

Natsuki: “I brought some of my best manga collections to display. I hope people appreciate them!”

Yuri: “I’ve prepared some beautifully bound books with poetry and short stories. I can’t wait to share them with others.”

Sayori: “And I made some cute bookmarks for people to take as souvenirs. I hope they bring a smile to their faces.”

(The club members work together, setting up their booth with bright banners, colorful decorations, and stacks of books. They arrange everything meticulously, displaying their passion for literature.)

Monika: “Alright, everything looks perfect! Now, let’s get ready for the visitors-” (her eyes widen in pain and shock) “…I was worried this would happen…”

Natsuki: “Monika, are you okay? What’s wrong?”

Monika: “My water just broke. Looks like the baby couldn’t wait any longer.”

Yuri: “Oh no, we need to get you to the hospital right away!”

Monika: “There’s no time, Yuri. This baby’s about to come out right here, right now!”

Sayori: “Oh gosh, what do we do?”

Natsuki: “We need to call an ambulance or something! This can’t happen here!”

Yuri: “I’ll make the call! Just hang on, Monika.”

(Yuri quickly dials the emergency number as the rest of the club members try to support Monika.)

Monika: “It’s okay, everyone. We just have to stay calm. The baby will be here soon.”

Sayori: “But we can’t deliver a baby here, can we?! We need medical professionals!”

Natsuki: “Yuri, did you get through? What did they say?”

Yuri: “…no signal.”