Monika: "Natsuki, Yuri, please--this isn't like either of you! Arguing won't help us find MC, okay? We're all friends here and we're supposed to support each other. Let's take a deep breath and think this through logically." (Natsuki and Yuri both take a deep breath, trying to compose themselves with Monika's calming influence.) Monika: "Better. Now, let's consider the situation. It's not like MC to be late without notice. So, instead of blaming each other, let's come up with a plan. We can try calling him, or maybe one of us can check nearby places where he might be. Remember, we're a team." Yuri: (sighs) "You're right, Monika. I apologize, Natsuki. This isn't helping at all." Natsuki: "Yeah, sorry... It's just not like him to not show up." Monika: "It's okay, we're all a little on edge. Let's just focus on what we can do for now. I'll give MC a call to see if he's alright. Yuri, can you check the classrooms on this floor, and Natsuki, can you look around the other clubrooms?" Natsuki: "Got it. Let's hope he's just caught up with something minor." Yuri: "I hope so too. I shall return promptly with any news." (The literature club members split up to search for MC, hoping for a simple explanation to his unusual tardiness. They are all reminded of the importance of communication and the bond they share in the literature club.)