(In the school literature clubroom…)

Monika: “Alright, Natsuki! It’s your turn to share your poem!” (turning towards Natsuki - who is clutching her swollen belly in pain.) “…Natsuki?”

Natsuki: (winces and takes a deep breath) “I-I’m sorry, Monika. I…I don’t think I can read my poem right now. I’m in a lot of pain.”

Yuri: (concerned) “Natsuki, are you okay? Should we call a teacher or the nurse?”

Natsuki: (gritting her teeth) “No, it’s…it’s nothing serious. Just…some stomach cramps. They come and go. I hope Sakura’s okay…I’m only 7 months pregnant, so it’s still too early.”

Sayori: (looking worried) “Are you sure, Natsuki? We should get you some help. Maybe you need to lie down or something.”

Monika: (placing a hand on Natsuki’s shoulder) “Sayori’s right, Natsuki. We should make sure you’re okay. Your health and Sakura’s well-being comes first.”

Natsuki: (teary-eyed) “I know, but I don’t want to cause a fuss. I’ll be alright, really. It’s just a little discomfort.”

Yuri: (gentle tone) “Natsuki, please don’t worry about causing a fuss. We care about you, and we want you and Sakura to be safe. Let us help you.”

Sayori: (nodding) “Yuri’s right, Natsuki. We’re here for you. Let’s at least go to the nurse’s office and see what they say. It’s better to be safe than sorry.”

Natsuki: (feeling an extremely sharp pain in her belly) “AAAAAAAAAAHHHH!!! OH, IT’S HAPPENING!!! SAKURA’S COMING OUT RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW!!!”

Monika: (panicking) “Oh my goodness! Natsuki, she’s really coming?!”

Yuri: (trying to remain calm) “Quick, someone call an ambulance! We need medical help right away!”

Sayori: (frantically searching for her phone) “I can’t find it! Where is it?”

Monika: (taking charge) “I’ll call emergency services. Stay with Natsuki and try to keep her comfortable.”

Natsuki: (gritting her teeth and breathing heavily, fighting the urge to push) “Please, please hurry! I can’t fight the urge much longer!”

(As Monika dials emergency services, Natsuki’s friends gather around her, trying their best to provide comfort.)

Yuri: (placing a hand on Natsuki’s arm) “Just breathe, Natsuki. Try to stay calm. Help is on the way.”

Sayori: (finding her phone and calling the nurse’s office) “Nurse! Natsuki is going into labor! We need help immediately!”

Nurse: (on the phone) “Stay there, I’m on my way! Try to keep Natsuki calm and comfortable until I arrive!”

Monika: (holding Natsuki’s hand) “You’re doing great, Natsuki. Just focus on your breaths. We’re here for you.”

Natsuki: (squeezing Monika’s hand tightly) “I-I’m scared, Monika. What if something goes wrong?”

Monika: (softly) “We’ll get through this together, Natsuki. You’re strong, and Sakura will be just fine. You’re not alone.”

(As they wait for the nurse to arrive, Natsuki’s contractions intensify, and the pain becomes more unbearable.)

Yuri: (gently rubbing Natsuki’s back) “You’re doing amazing, Natsuki. Just a little longer, and help will be here.”

Sayori: (trying to distract Natsuki) “Remember the poem you wrote about Sakura? Think of her. She’s your little miracle.”

Natsuki: (forcing a smile) “Yeah, you’re right, Sayori. She’s my little fighter. I can’t wait to-”

(All of a sudden, Natsuki’s water breaks, and it becomes clear that Sakura isn’t waiting.)