Monika: (Surprised) "Oh my gosh! They... they're giving birth? And they didn't even tell me?!" (Monika quickly grabs her bag and rushes out of the clubroom, heading towards the hospital. She swipes her phone to call one of her friends from the group chat.) Monika: (calling) "Hey, it's Monika! Did you guys really not think to tell me about this?" Friend: (apologetic) "Monika, we're really sorry. It all happened so suddenly, and we didn't have time to inform you. We didn't want to bother you since you've been so busy lately." Monika: (concerned) "Busy or not, I'm still a part of this club, and these are my friends we're talking about! I should've been there for them!" Friend: "We understand, Monika. We'll fill you in with all the details once you reach the hospital. They're all doing fine, by the way." (Monika hangs up, feeling a mix of emotions - excitement, worry, and a twinge of guilt. She quickens her pace, determined to make it to the hospital as soon as possible.) --- (Arriving at the hospital, Monika rushes to the reception desk.) Monika: (breathless) "Excuse me, I'm looking for my friends - Yuri, Sayori, and Natsuki. They're all in the delivery room right now. Can you please tell me where to go?" Receptionist: (friendly) "Of course, dear. Let me check for you. Ah, yes. Room 305. Take the elevator to the third floor and turn left. You'll find it." Monika: "Thank you!" (Monika heads towards the elevator, her heart racing with anticipation and worry. She reaches the third floor, follows the receptionist's instructions, and soon finds Room 305. She takes a deep breath and gently knocks on the door.) Monika: (softly) "Can I come in?" (Yuri, Sayori, and Natsuki, all beaming with happiness, welcome Monika into the room.) Yuri: "Monika, you made it! We're so glad to see you!" Monika: (smiling) "I'm sorry for not being here earlier. Congratulations, guys! I'm so happy for you! How are you feeling?" Sayori: (grinning) "We're feeling incredible! It's a bit overwhelming, to be honest, but seeing our little ones makes it all worth it." Natsuki: (giggling) "And look at these adorable gowns they gave us!" (Monika looks at the matching hospital gowns the three girls are wearing, each reflecting their unique personalities. She can't help but feel a surge of warmth and joy.) Monika: "You all look amazing! I can't believe I missed all the preparations. But I'm here now, and I want to support you through this incredible journey." (The friends share a heartfelt moment, savoring the joy of this new chapter in their lives. Monika, though belatedly, finally felt she was a part of something special - the bonds they shared in the Literature Club extended beyond poetry and literature.) Monika: "I can't wait to meet your little ones. Let's create beautiful memories together as a club, both in and outside the clubroom." (The room fills with laughter and excitement as they embrace the new chapter of their lives, secure in the knowledge that they will always have each other.)