(In the clubroom…)

Monika: “Uh…where are MC and Sayori? I mean, I know they got married to each other a few months ago, but they haven’t shown up in a while.”

Yuri: “Yes, it’s been quite some time since we’ve seen them. I hope everything is alright. Perhaps they’re just caught up in their newlywed bliss?”

Natsuki: (rolls her eyes) “As if! You know how those two can get lost in their own little world. Probably forgot about the club altogether.”

Monika: (giggles) “You might actually be right, Natsuki. Regardless, we should make sure they’re doing well. They’re important members of the Literature Club, after all.”

Yuri: “I agree. Let’s reach out to them and see if everything is alright.”

(They gather around Monika’s phone as she calls MC and Sayori. However, after a few minutes, it goes straight to voicemail.)

Monika: “Oh no…their phones are off? That’s strange. They’re usually always available.”

Natsuki: “See? I told you they forgot about us. They’re probably off doing something silly, like having a picnic in a meadow or something-”

(Suddenly, Natsuki starts to intense pain in her belly - even though she was 8 months pregnant.)

Natsuki: (gritting her teeth) “Ugh…guys…something doesn’t feel right…”

Yuri: (concerned) “Natsuki, are you alright? What’s wrong?”

Natsuki: (winces) “I…I think…I’m having contractions…”

Monika: “Contractions? Oh no, Natsuki, we need to get you help right away! Yuri, call an ambulance!”

(Yuri quickly dials the emergency services as Monika rushes over to Natsuki, offering her support.)

Monika: “Just breathe, Natsuki. Help is on the way. We’re going to get through this together.”

Yuri: “They said an ambulance is on its way. Hang in there, Natsuki.”

(Natsuki tries to remain calm, although the pain is intensifying with each passing moment.)

Natsuki: “I…I didn’t expect this to happen now…not during club m-”

(Without warning, Natsuki’s water breaks, and a rush of panic spreads throughout the room - as Natsuki was now in active labor, and needed to give birth immediately.)

Natsuki: “It’s happening! My baby’s coming! I can’t believe this is happening right now!”

Monika: (taking charge) “Alright, Natsuki, we need to help you deliver the baby. Yuri, grab some clean towels and warm water. We need to make sure everything is as hygienic as possible.”

(Yuri quickly rushes to gather the necessary supplies, while Monika supports Natsuki through the painful contractions.)

Yuri: (returning with the towels and warm water) “Here, Monika. I hope this helps.”

Monika: (grateful) “Thank you, Yuri. Alright, Natsuki, let’s get you comfortable. We’ll do our best to guide you through this.”

(Natsuki follows Monika’s instructions, trying her best to focus amidst the pain. Monika prepares the towels and water, making sure everything is set for the delivery.)

Monika: “Okay, Natsuki, when the next contraction comes, I want you to push as hard as you can. We’ll do this together.”

Natsuki: (nervously) “Okay…okay, I can do this.”

(As the next contraction hits, Natsuki bears down and pushes with all her strength. Monika and Yuri provide the necessary support and encouragement throughout the process.)

Yuri: “You’re doing amazing, Natsuki. Just a little more, and we’ll get to meet your baby.”

(With each push, Natsuki’s determination grows. The room fills with a mix of tension, anticipation, and hope.)

Monika: “Natsuki, on the count of three, give one last push, okay?”

Natsuki: (nodding) “Okay, I’m ready. Let’s do this.”

Monika: “One…two…three, push!”

(Natsuki lets out a final push, and after a moment of intense effort, a baby’s cry fills the air. Monika and Yuri exchange wide-eyed glances, their hearts overflowing with joy and relief.)

Yuri: “It’s a beautiful baby girl, Natsuki! Congratulations!”

Natsuki: (teary-eyed) “A girl? I can’t believe it…we did it, guys!” (cradling her newborn baby girl) “Hey there, Sakura! It’s me - your mommy. Welcome to the world, little one.”

(Monika and Yuri couldn’t help but smile as they watched Natsuki bond with her newborn daughter. The room was filled with a sense of awe and wonder, as they all marveled at the miracle of new life.)

Monika: “Natsuki, she’s absolutely precious. I’m so happy for you.”

Yuri: “She’s truly a blessing. Congratulations, Natsuki, on becoming a mother. Sakura is lucky to have you as her mom.”

Natsuki: (looking at Sakura with adoration) “Thank you, guys. I…I can’t believe I’m a mom now. It’s overwhelming, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world.”

Monika: “You’re going to be an amazing mom, Natsuki. We’ll all be here to support you every step of the way.”

Yuri: “Absolutely. We’re like a family here, and Sakura is now a part of that family too.”

(Just then, Sayori and MC arrive.)

Sayori: (gasping) “Oh my gosh! Natsuki, are you okay? What happened? We’re so sorry we’re late!”

MC: “Yeah, our phones died and we completely lost track of time. We didn’t mean to miss anything important!”

Natsuki: (smiling through tears) “Don’t worry, guys. You didn’t miss anything important, except for the arrival of little Sakura.”

(Sayori and MC rush over to Natsuki’s side, their eyes filling with tears of joy.)

Sayori: “Oh Natsuki, she’s beautiful! Congratulations on becoming a mom!”

MC: “Wow, Natsuki, you’re amazing! I can’t believe you went through this without any of us here.”

Natsuki: (wiping her tears) “Thanks, guys. It was a surprise, but Monika and Yuri were here for me. They helped me through it all.”

Monika: “We’re just glad everything turned out well. And now, we get to welcome Sakura into the Literature Club family!”

Yuri: “Indeed. We have quite the story to tell her when she grows up.”

(As the club members share in the joy of Natsuki’s new journey as a mother, they realize that their friendship and support will always bring them together, no matter what.)

(A few years later, and the rest of the club members also have 18-year-old daughters of their own - Monika had Minika, Yuri had Violet, and Sayori & MC had Sachiko.)

(At a reunion gathering…)

Monika: “Can you believe it? Our little girls are all grown up now. It feels like just yesterday we were helping Natsuki deliver Sakura.”

Natsuki: “I know, time flies, doesn’t it? But I’m so proud of Sakura. She’s become such a wonderful young woman.”

Yuri: “Indeed, it’s amazing to see how much they’ve all grown. Violet has a passion for writing just like her mother, and Sachiko is the kindest soul you’ll ever meet.”

Sayori: “And Minika is so talented in music! She gets her skills from her mom, for sure. I can’t believe how quickly they’ve grown into their own unique individuals.”

MC: “They’ve definitely inherited some traits from us, but they’ve also become their own people. I couldn’t be prouder of Sachiko and grateful for the joy she brings to our lives.”

Monika: “Our girls really are incredible. And the bond they have with each other is amazing to see. They’ve become best friends, just like us.”

Natsuki: “It warms my heart to know that they’ll always have each other, just like we did. The Literature Club brought us together, and now it’s brought our daughters together too.”

Yuri: (noticing Violet looking anxious, a hand on her stomach) “Violet? Are you alright?”