The Royal Mall Christmas Ball

Tuesday 31 December

Article by: Lucien DeCilien

Turnout on the first day of the Royal Christmas Ball was exceptional to say the least. Not only was turnout fantastic, but it would seem that the food court battle came to a temporary standstill. The question is how long will it last? Naveen, owner of the One Stop Music Shop and host of the ball, stopped his mingling and hosting for a brief moment to answer one of my questions.

LD: Naveen, can you tell me what your plans are for this year‘s ball?

N: ''My main goal is to allow everyone to mingle and have fun during the holiday. '''[Bagheera! I need to talk to you!]''' I’m sorry. I’ve got to go. Enjoy the ball.''

As the ball progressed, more and more mall staff and customers began to attend. Villains and heroes put aside their differences to enjoy this celebration. Ursula herself seemed even to enjoy herself. Despite her consistent dismissal of the fact.

LD: Ursula, may I ask you a question?

U: What is it?

LD: ''You seem to be enjoying yourself. Something many people seem to say you don’t often do at social gatherings with heroes.''

U: [scoff] ''Enjoying myself? Ha! That’s absurd. Joy. I’ve never heard such a ridiculous accusation.''

LD: I wasn’t ac...

U: I would stay and chat, but I Must go and see that at least someone here leaves with a contract.

Throughout the three weeks of this magnificent affair, there were many group dances and performances held by attendees. We saw a performance of Winter Hymnal. A group performing a dance adequately named the Cupid Shuffle.

Now, with the end of the ball comes a new year and many upcoming events. All of them destined to be covered by adequate reporters. https://share.icloud.com/photos/0izuS4lTX9ulqleZzw3cQO8EQ