Natsuki: "Beats me. She's usually the first one here. Maybe she had some student council work to do?" Sayori: "I hope she's okay! Monika's always so busy with all her clubs and activities. ..." Yuri: "Well, we can take this time to prepare our readings and discussion points for today's meeting. I was really looking forward to sharing my latest find--a truly haunting piece of gothic literature." Natsuki: "And I've got a new volume of my favorite manga series! It's going to blow your socks off, so you'd better be prepared!" Sayori: "I can't wait to hear about everyone's favorites! I brought a poem I worked on last night. Oh, I hope Monika likes it!" (As the literature club members wait, they begin to set up the room and engage in their usual pre-meeting activities, laying out their books and snacks, and chatting about their literary interests. Shortly after, Monika finally arrives, apologetic for her tardiness and eager to start the meeting.)