(In the clubroom…)

Monika: “There! Pool’s all set up!”

Yuri: “This’ll be the BEST pool party ever!”

Sayori: “Agreed! I can’t wait-” (noticing Natsuki’s not there) “Wait…where’s Natsuki?”

Monika: “Hmm, you’re right. I haven’t seen her around.”

Yuri: “Maybe she went to grab some snacks or something.”

Sayori: “Well, we can’t start without her. Pool parties are more fun when everyone is here.”

Monika: “Let’s wait a few more minutes for her. In the meantime, we can start inflating some pool toys and setting up the music.”

Yuri: “Good idea. It’ll keep us occupied while we wait for Natsuki.”

(All of a sudden, Natsuki - albeit in the midst of giving birth - rushes into the room.)

Natsuki: (panicking) “Guys! Guys! I need help! I think…I’m giving birth!”

Monika: (shocked) “Oh my gosh, Natsuki! You’re…giving birth?! How did you not notice this?!”

Yuri: (concerned) “We need to act quickly. Is there anything we can do to help?”

Sayori: (nervous) “I’ll call an ambulance right away! They’ll know what to do!”

Natsuki: (breathing heavily) “No! I don’t want strangers to see me like this! Can you guys…help deliver the baby?”

Monika: (determined) “We’ll do our best, Natsuki. Stay calm and let us handle this. Yuri, do you have any medical knowledge or experience?”

Yuri: (hesitant) “I-I’ve read about childbirth in books before, but I don’t have any practical experience.”

Sayori: (reassuring) “That’s okay, Yuri. We’ll figure it out together. Natsuki, try to get into the pool while we gather some towels and warm water.”

Natsuki: (nods, still panting) “Alright, I’ll try my best.”

Yuri: (quickly filling the pool with warm water) “We need to make sure the environment is as comfortable as possible for the baby.”

Monika: (grabbing towels from a nearby cabinet) “And we’ll need towels to dry and provide warmth for the newborn.”

Sayori: (on the phone with emergency services) “Yes, hello? We need help delivering a baby. We’re in the school clubroom… Yes, I understand, but the mother doesn’t want strangers here… Okay, thank you.”

Natsuki: (clenching her fists, visibly in pain) “Hurry… it’s getting stronger.”

Monika: (placing the towels beside the pool) “Almost there, Natsuki. Just hold on a little longer.”

Yuri: (handing Natsuki a towel) “Try to relax as much as you can. Deep breaths, remember.”

Sayori: (ending the call) “Okay, they understand the situation, and they’re sending a nurse to guide us through it. We won’t be alone.”

Natsuki: (nods, tears streaming down her face) “Thank you all… I’m scared, but I trust you.”

Monika: (squeezing Natsuki’s hand) “We’ll be right here with you, Natsuki. We’re your friends, and we’ll get through this together.”

(Yuri and Sayori, having prepared everything they could, stand beside Monika, supporting Natsuki as the contractions intensify. After several minutes, Natsuki finally gives birth to a healthy baby girl.)

Natsuki: (exhausted but relieved) “I did it… We did it.”

Monika: (smiling) “Congratulations, Natsuki! You were incredible!”

Yuri: (teary-eyed) “Welcome to the world, little one. You have an amazing mother.”

Sayori: (grinning) “She’s so beautiful. Natsuki, you’re going to be an amazing mom. What are you going to name her?”

Natsuki: (smiling at her newborn daughter) “…Nezuko. She’s my favorite character from Demon Slayer.”

Monika: (chuckles) “That’s a wonderful name, Natsuki. Nezuko suits her perfectly.”

Yuri: “It’s a lovely choice, Natsuki. Nezuko has a strong and memorable character, just like her mom.”

Sayori: “Nezuko, welcome to our club. We’ll all be here for you and support you every step of the way, just like we did for your mom.”

Natsuki: (teary-eyed, holding Nezuko close) “Thank you, everyone. I’m so grateful for your help and support. Nezuko and I are lucky to have such amazing friends.”

Monika: “We’re lucky to have you too, Natsuki. This unexpected turn of events just shows how strong our friendship is and how we can rely on each other even in the most unexpected situations.”

Yuri: “Indeed, Natsuki. Our bond as a club goes beyond literature, and I’m glad we could come together to help you in this beautiful, yet challenging moment.”

Sayori: “Let’s celebrate this wonderful addition to our club and cherish the memories we’ll create together as a bigger family. We may not have expected a pool party to turn into a delivery room, but it’s a story we’ll never forget.”

(And with those words, the clubroom transformed from a pool party setting to a room filled with joy, love, and newfound appreciation for the strong bonds of friendship. They welcomed Nezuko into their club, their hearts, and their lives, ready to embark on this new chapter together.)

(Fifteen years later, in Natsuki’s room…)

Nezuko: (walking into Natsuki’s room) “Hey, Mom! Hey, Mom! I want to tell you something!”

Natsuki: (looking up from her book) “Hey, Nezuko! What is it? You seem excited.”

Nezuko: (grinning) “Remember how you told me that you wanted grandchildren when I was fourteen?”

Natsuki: (laughs) “Yes, I do remember saying that. Why do you ask?”

Nezuko: “Well, I have some exciting news. I’m going to be a mom!”

Natsuki: (surprised) “Oh wow, Nezuko! Congratulations, that’s amazing news! I’m so happy for you!”

Nezuko: (beaming) “Thank you, Mom! I couldn’t be more excited. I wanted to share this special moment with you because you’ve been such an incredible mom to me. I hope I can be just as amazing as you.”

Natsuki: (teary-eyed) “Oh, sweetheart, thanks for your kind words. I know you’ll be an amazing mom. You have so much love and compassion to give. Your own child will be lucky to have you as their parent.”

Nezuko: “I can only hope to be half as great a mom as you, Mom. You’ve always been there for me, supporting me in everything I do. I’ve learned so much from you, and I want to pass on that love and support to my own child.”

Natsuki: “You’ll do great, Nezuko. Trust yourself and the love you have in your heart. Parenting is a journey, and you’ll learn and grow along the way. Just like our club taught us, the love and friendship we have will always guide us.”

Nezuko: “I’m glad you mentioned the club, Mom. Our club taught me so much about love, support, and the strength of friendship. I hope I can create that same environment for my child — a place where they can feel safe, loved, and supported, just like I did growing up.”

Natsuki: “I have no doubt that you will, Nezuko. You have a heart full of love and kindness. Your child will be surrounded by that, and together, you’ll create a beautiful and nurturing environment for them.”

Nezuko: (hugging Natsuki) “Thank you, Mom, for always believing in me and being there for me. I’m so grateful to have you as my mom, my best friend, and my role model. I love you.”

Natsuki: (hugging Nezuko back) “I love you too, Nezuko. You’ve brought so much joy into my life, and I’m excited to see you embark on this incredible journey of motherhood. We’ll face it together, just like we did when you were born.”

(And so, Natsuki and Nezuko hugged tightly, their bond strengthened by love, support, and the memories they shared. As they embraced, they knew that their journey as mother and daughter would be an extraordinary one, filled with laughter, love, and an unbreakable bond that would last a lifetime. After nine months, it was finally time for Nezuko’s water birth.)