As another way to cheer up Candice about the news that Maleficent went back to evil in chapter 15 of Niagara14301's Dorrie Book 2, how about if Sofia and her friends and family covered this classic Dionne Warwick tune during the party? Because as Miranda and Amber said, family sticks together. Dionne Warwick's music is not mine.
As everyone enjoyed the party, James came up to Candice. "I've got a surprise for you too, Candice. If you'll have a seat right here…" he led her over to a chair in the middle of the room. He motioned for Roland, Miranda, Amber, Sofia, Dorrie, Frederick, and Everett to join him. He picked up a harmonica and started playing a mellow intro as he motioned for Sofia to start the song.
Sofia smiled as she put an arm around Candice and sang, And I never thought I'd feel this way
And as far as I'm concerned
I'm glad I got the chance to say
That I do believe I love you
Amber smiled as she joined in, And if I should ever go away
Well, then close your eyes and try
To feel the way we do today
Recognizing one of her favorite songs from the village, Miranda also joined in. And then if you can remember
Sofia, James, Amber, and Roland sang with her, Keep smiling, keep shining
Knowing you can always count on me, for sure
That's what friends are for
Dorrie, Frederick, and Everett joined in, For good times and bad times
I'll be on your side forever more
That's what friends are for
James played his harmonica as Roland started the next verse.
Roland: Well, you came in loving me
And now there's so much more I see
And so by the way
I thank you
Miranda put an arm around him as she joined in, Oh and then for the times when we're apart
Well, then close your eyes and know
The words are coming from my heart
And then if you can remember
Sofia, James, Amber, Frederick, and Everett started the chorus, Keep smiling and keep shining
Knowing you can always count on me, for sure
Dorrie put an arm around Candice as she sang, That's what friends are for
James joined in, In good times and bad times
I'll be on your side forever more
That's what friends are for
As everyone started swaying in time to the music, Frederick started the chorus, Keep smiling, keep shining
Knowing you can always count on me, for sure
That's what friends are for
Everett kissed Candice's hand as he sang, For good times and bad times
I'll be on your side forever more
That's what friends are for
Dorrie started the chorus, Keep smiling, keep shining
Knowing you can always count on me, for sure
Cause I tell you
Everyone joined in, That's what friends are for
Amber took a quick solo, Whoa, good times and the bad times
Everyone joined in again, I'll be on your side forever more
Sofia took another quick solo, That's what friends are for
Everett finished the song, That's what friends are for, yeah
James played his harmonica as the music faded, and everyone pulled Candice into a hug.