Chapter 8: A Grand Celebration!

"Mickey, your on in five minutes! Are you ready?" asked Minnie from the door of Mickey's room

From where Minnie stood, Mickey was standing in front of the mirror, dressed in his best tux, and holding an unfolded piece of paper in his hands. He was shaking from head to toe, with sweat on his brow.

"Y-Y-yeah, I-I-I'll b-b-be there s-s-shortly," said Mickey in a nervous tone.

Minnie saw how nervous Mickey was, and she walked up to him and put her hands on his shoulders.

"Don't be nervous Mickey, you have done this for years, you'll be fine," said Minnie as she rubbed his shoulders.

"I know you're, but it's just that I'm going to be talking to the entire family of Disney out there. What if i'm not so lucky this time?" said Mickey

"I know! How about you do it this time!" said Mickey

Minnie just rolled her eyes and giggled. "Nice try Mickey, but this is for the best, everyone needs and wants to hear it from you. You're Walt Disney's closest friend, and I'm sure he would also want you to do this."

"You're right Minnie, I owe it to him, after all he's done for us. He deserves this," said Mickey

"That's the spirit!" said Minnie as she fixed his bowtie

"PRESENTING THE ROYAL FAMILIES!

After Mic's introduction, there was a sound of trumpets, then one by one each group of royals (from oldest to the latest movies) walked forward.

"Wow, those dresses never seem to go out of style, no matter how old they get." Minnie complimented

Mickey looked at his watch that read "5:58"

"Well, I better get going."

"Wait! I want to give you something before you go on!" said Minnie

"Oh really? What is …"

Mickey was cut short when he felt a pair of soft lips press against his lips. When she broke off the kiss, Mickey was left standing there swooning with a bright red blush on his face that nearly hid Minnie's lipstick mark.

"Good luck out there!" said Minnie

Mickey didn't respond

"Um, Mickey?...Mickey?...MICKEY!" Minnie shouted, snapping her fingers in front of his face.

Mickey blinked and shook his head back to reality

"Oh sorry! Thank you!" said Mickey as he ascended the stairs to the curtains

"Here he comes!" said Goofy

"It's about time," grumbled Donald

"He's here? Okay then, take it away Mic!" said daisy

"You heard her, stop the music!" added Clarabelle

"LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, CHILDREN OF ALL AGES, FRIENDS, AND CREATURES FROM ALL AROUND THE KINGDOM! I GIVE YOU YOUR HOST, MICKEY MOUSE!" Shouted MIC

As soon as Mic finished the introduction, the curtains pulled back and a spotlight was turned on. The entire castle thundered with applause as everyone's favorite mouse stepped on stage to greet them.

Mickey smiled and waved to everyone as he stepped up to the podium. He tapped the microphone to see if it was working when he was sure it was on he cleared his throat and spoke out as the applause slowly died down.

"Welcome everyone to the 97th birthday celebration of Disney!"

There was another round of applause and cheers.

Meanwhile, Clarabelle was behind one of the tech booths, supervising everything.

"Make sure you have a camera on Mickey from all angles, we want the people out in the field grounds to have a good view of everything," said Clarabelle "And make sure the spotlight is on him, but not in his eyes."

"Yes ma'am," grumbled the technician.

When Clara had her back turned, the technician pulled out a small bottle labeled "aspirin''. He unscrewed the top, then popped a few into his mouth.

Back at the stage, Mickey pulled out a piece of paper.

"Today is a special day for all of us, but mostly it is for a great man who made all this happen. bringing joy to children around the world, and stirring the hearts of all people. To me, Walt Disney was not only a special guy but a special friend. As we celebrate this year with great passion and welcome many more to the Magic Kingdom, we will hold the memory of Walt Disney in our hearts." said Mickey.

"I would like to propose a toast."

There were glasses of wine handed to the adults, and water to the younger people. A servant handed a single glass of wine to Mickey. Mickey took up the glass in his right hand and held it high. Everyone repeated the motion themselves.

"To another year of joy and happiness. And to a great man and our great friend: Walt Disney!"

"TO WALT DISNEY!" everyone said as they sipped their glasses.

"I hope you all have fun and enjoy yourselves! LET THE FESTIVITIES OFFICIALLY BEGIN!" Shouted Mickey

There was loud cheering, then it was instantly followed by music, dancing, and conversation.

Mickey looked at everybody having a good time and sighed.

He felt a light tapping on his shoulder.

"Want to dance?" asked Minnie

"I would love to!" replied Mickey

The two walked to the dance floor hand in hand.

END OF CHAPTER 8

A/N

My Christmas gift to you guys! I hope you like it! Sorry if it seems a bit rushed and short. Please let me know what you think. Also, thanks to some of you that gave me ideas for character cameos. The next chapter will be dedicated to focus more on these interactions. The suggestion box is still open, but it will close sometime late January, so plz pm me. I wish you all Happy Holidays! (I only own my OCs, everything else is Disney's)