diff --git a/examples/foundational/22d-natural-conversation-gemini-audio.py b/examples/foundational/22d-natural-conversation-gemini-audio.py
index 23c429c2f..b144f485e 100644
--- a/examples/foundational/22d-natural-conversation-gemini-audio.py
+++ b/examples/foundational/22d-natural-conversation-gemini-audio.py
@@ -443,6 +443,7 @@ class CompletenessCheck(FrameProcessor):
             if self._idle_task:
                 await self.cancel_task(self._idle_task)
                 self._idle_task = None
+            await self.push_frame(frame, direction)
         elif isinstance(frame, UserStartedSpeakingFrame):
             if self._idle_task:
                 await self.cancel_task(self._idle_task)