happen during adolescence, especially for girls. Maybe she's just going through a tough time right now. We should try to support her." MC: "Yeah, you're right. I'll go talk to her later and see if she wants to open up about what's been bothering her." (As I make my way to Natsuki's house after school, I can't help but feel a pang of worry for her. When she answers the door, she looks surprised to see me.) Natsuki: "What are you doing here, MC?" MC: "I came to check up on you. You seemed upset earlier, and I wanted to make sure you're okay." Natsuki: (sighing) "I'm fine, MC. Just stressed out about schoolwork and stuff. It's no big deal." MC: "If you ever need to talk about anything, I'm here for you, Natsuki. You don't have to go through things alone." Natsuki: (softening) "Thanks, MC. I appreciate that. Maybe...maybe I do need someone to talk to." (As we sit down and have a heart-to-heart conversation, I realize that Natsuki is just struggling with the pressures of school and family. I promise to support her, and we agree to lean on each other whenever one of us is feeling down.) MC: "We're all here for you, Natsuki. You're not alone, remember that." Natsuki: (smiling) "Thanks, MC. I'm glad to have friends like you." (And with that, our friendship grows stronger as we navigate the ups and downs of adolescence together, supporting each other through the toughest times.)