(In the school literature clubroom...) Monika: "Push, Natsuki! Push!" Natsuki: (in extreme pain) "I'M TRYING!!!" Sayori: "Natsuki, I know it hurts, but you and your baby are going to be fine. Just keep pushing; you're doing great." Natsuki: (gritting her teeth) "I-I can do this...for my baby." (As Natsuki lets out her loudest scream yet, Yuri finally arrives in the clubroom.) Yuri: (catching her breath) "I'm sorry, I'm late. What's happening?" Monika: "Natsuki's in labor! She started having contractions just a few minutes ago." Yuri: (concerned) "Oh dear. Is there anything I can do to help?" Sayori: "Actually, Yuri, could you grab some clean towels and warm water? We need to make sure everything is sterile." Yuri: (nods) "Of course, I'll be right back." (Yuri quickly rushes out of the clubroom to retrieve the supplies while Natsuki continues to endure the pain of labor.) Monika: "Hang in there, Natsuki. We're all here for you, cheering you on." Natsuki: (breathing heavily) "Th-thank you, guys. I...I can't believe this is happening." Sayori: "It's alright, Natsuki. You're brave and strong. Just keep pushing, and soon you'll get to hold your baby." (After a few minutes, Yuri returns with the towels and warm water, placing everything on a nearby table.) Yuri: "I brought extra towels in case we need them." Monika: "Great thinking, Yuri." (Sayori and Yuri prepare the towels and warm water, ready to assist Natsuki through the final stages of labor.) Natsuki: (straining) "I-I'm starting to feel the urge to push again." Sayori: "That's a sign, Natsuki! You're almost there!" (Yuri and Sayori help position Natsuki for optimal pushing, providing encouragement and support.) Natsuki: (determined) "I...I can see the head." Monika: "You're doing amazing, Natsuki! Keep going!" (With one final push, Natsuki lets out a cry of both pain and relief as their baby is born.) Sayori: "Congratulations, Natsuki! You did it!" Natsuki: (teary-eyed) "I...I can't believe it. I did it." (Yuri carefully wraps the newborn baby in a clean towel and places them on Natsuki's chest.) Yuri: "Here is your beautiful baby, Natsuki." Natsuki: (whispering) "Hello, my little tsundere. We did it. I'm going to name you...Sakura." Monika, Sayori, and Yuri: (smiling) "That's a beautiful name, Natsuki." Natsuki: (gently holding Sakura) "Thank you, everyone. I couldn't have done it without all of you by my side." Monika: "We're so proud of you, Natsuki." Sayori: "You showed incredible strength and resilience." Yuri: "Indeed. This experience is a testament to your determination and love for Sakura." Natsuki: (shedding tears of joy) "I never knew I could feel so much love for someone. Sakura, you're my everything." Monika: "She's lucky to have you as her mother, Natsuki." Sayori: "And we'll be here every step of the way to support you." Yuri: "We will all cherish the memories we've made in this clubroom, especially this precious moment." (As Natsuki continues to hold Sakura, the atmosphere in the clubroom becomes one of overwhelming warmth and happiness. They may be a literature club, but in this moment, their bonds as friends grow even stronger.) {7 YEARS LATER}