I groaned in frustration, my hand resting on my growing belly. How could I have misplaced it? I couldn't exactly go to school in my regular uniform anymore. "Great, just great," I muttered to myself, knowing that time was ticking away. The club meeting was starting soon, and I didn't want to miss it. I reluctantly decided to wake up my dad and ask for his help. Creeping down the hallway, I reached his bedroom and gently tapped on the door. "Dad, are you awake?" I called out softly, hoping not to startle him. The door creaked open, revealing a groggy-looking man in his pajamas. "What's the matter, Natsuki?" he asked, rubbing his eyes. "I can't find my maternity school uniform. I need your help," I explained, my voice tinged with frustration as I struggled to keep my emotions in check. My dad's eyes widened as he took in my appearance. "Oh, Natsuki. You're really growing, huh?" he said, a hint of pride and concern in his voice. I sighed, shifting my weight from one foot to the other. "Yeah, it's getting harder to hide, that's for sure," I replied, glancing down at my baby bump. "But right now, I just need to find my uniform. Can you help me look?" He nodded and we both began searching through my closet, pulling out clothes and tossing them aside. After a few minutes of frustration, my dad's face lit up. "Ah, here it is!" he exclaimed triumphantly, holding up my neatly folded maternity school uniform. Relief washed over me as I took it from him. "Thank you, Dad. I don't know what I would do without you," I murmured, feeling a surge of gratitude for his support. He smiled warmly, placing a hand on my shoulder. "I'll always be here for you, Natsuki. Remember, being a parent is the toughest job, but also the most rewarding." I nodded, a mix of emotions welling up inside me. Excitement, fear, and a deep love for the life growing within me. "I know, Dad. I'm scared, but I'm also ready to embrace this new chapter of my life." With my uniform in hand, I quickly changed into it, grateful that it still fit despite my growing belly. I glanced at myself in the mirror, taking a moment to appreciate the miracle happening within me. As I made my way to the club meeting, I couldn't help but feel a surge of determination. I may be young and facing a multitude of challenges, but I had a support system that believed in me. And with that, I knew I could face whatever lay ahead.