Bikini Bottom was successfully returned to the bottom of the ocean, and all of the heroes and their friends were safe at last.
But that's not even the best part.
Volcano Sparks had been officially adopted into the Cheeks family as Sandy's new younger brother, which is what he wanted ever since they met.
And the Mane 6 thought that since the entire Cheeks family was here, they could celebrate both their success and Volcano's adoption with an underwater version of the Cheeks Family Circus!
Queen Skygrace would be back in just a few days, so she would be able to announce the acts and get caught up to speed on events that had happened while she was away.
Now there was only one thing to do... plan out the acts, and get the word about this circus-y celebration.
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A few days later, after Queen Skygrace had returned and had been filled in about the past few days' events, the plans for the big celebration had been settled, and was going to take place at the Krusty Krab, with Sandy and Volcano headlining the show, Queen Skygrace and the Mane 6 being the guests of honor and SpongeBob and Tropic being the announcers for the event itself.
Finally... the big night had arrived.
Fish from all over came to see the Cheeks Family Circus in person, and Mr. Krabs knew he was gonna make a ton of money with them here.
And once the stands had been filled, SpongeBob knew that it was officially time to start the show. “Ladies and gentle-fish, Bikini Bottom and the Krusty Krab proudly present... the Cheeks Family Circus!”
“Now,” Tropic added with a smile, “with their newest addition, our very own Volcano Spark!”
A spotlight shone on the tightrope, revealing SpongeBob and Tropic balancing on it. SpongeBob pulled out a hoop and hung upside down from the tightrope, holding the hoop in just the right position for Randy to jump through on his waterskis.
But since they were underwater, Randy had attached wheels to the skis, and the audience watched in awe as he zipped around the tent. “Thank you! Oh, you're too kind!” he said, winking to the audience. “Yay!!” Tropic cheered happily. “Whoo-hoo! Go, Randy!”
A few fans, including Squidward, who had fainted into Riverstream’s fins, swooned over Randy. As Randy continued to ride through the tent, Pa Cheeks was rolling on a barrel. “We're having a barrel of fun!” he said with a laugh. Ma Cheeks jumped onto his hand and began juggling bowling pins and Sandy’s little siblings, Rosie and Rowdy, as Grandma Cheeks walked in on her stilts. “Don’t try this at home!”
Patrick, Arctic, Izzy and Pipp, as well as a few more audience members, were almost hit by her stilts as she moved them past, but they were able to dodge and keep cheering.
Meanwhile, Mr. Krabs and India were handing out Krabby Patties to the audience. “Krabby Patties! Krabby Patties!” Mr. Krabs called out. “Get your Texas-style Krabby Patties right here!”
“We'll take some, Mr. Krabs!” Sunny called from where she and Hitch sat with Kyle and Phoebe (who shrunk down and were wearing scuba suits in order to watch the show with them) and Queen Skygrace. Mr. Krabs laughed giddily as he gave Sunny five Texas-styled Krabby Patties, one each for her, Hitch, Queen Skygrace, Kyle, and Phoebe.
And needless to say, Kyle and Phoebe were enjoying themselves. “Cheers to Sandy for making that shrink ray,” Phoebe said as Sunny handed her a Krabby Patty. “I still don’t see why she had to make me shorter than you,” Kyle pouted as he tried to eat his Krabby Patty. “Well, I'm just glad everything is back to normal at last,” Queen Skygrace sighed with a smile. “I have to thank you ponies again for what you've done for my sister and her friends.”
“You’re welcome, Queen Skygrace!” Sunny responded with a proud smile. “We’re just happy Sandy gets to keep doing what she loves,” Hitch smiled. “Along with the fact that Volcano's been adopted into a family he adores.”
Sunny looked at the stage and noticed the spotlight beginning to center on the edge of the arena. “Ooh! Speaking of Sandy and Volcano, I think they’re getting ready to go on!”
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At the same time, Zipp and Misty were helping Sandy and Volcano get ready for their own performance. “You feeling nervous, Volcano?” Zipp asked the young colt, causing Volcano to nod. “A little, I guess.”
“Thanks guys,” Volcano said gratefully as he and Sandy took to the stage for their performance.
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“And now,” Tropic announced to the crowd, “the headliners themselves, Volcano Spark and Sandy Cheeks!”
Everyone cheered as Sparky placed cowboy hats on Sandy and Volcano’s heads. Sandy began to play her guitar, beginning her and Volcano’s performance.
Sandy: Well, it's Texas up top
Bikini at the Bottom
I love three families
And I'm sure glad I got 'em
I'm a surf and turf
Chorus: Surf and turf
Sandy: Blue water, red dirt
Chorus: Blue water, red dirt
Sandy: Got two homes, two neighborhoods
Hey Ma, hey Pa
Your girl done good
Sandy played a guitar interlude as she, Sparky, and Volcano rode around the tent, before beginning the second verse.
Sandy: Sometimes I’m gonna stay
Sometimes I’m gonna go
A place is just a place
Your heart makes it a home
Volcano: She’s the surf and turf
Chorus: Surf and turf
Sandy: Blue water, red dirt
Chorus: Blue water, red dirt
Sandy: Got two homes, two neighborhoods
Hey Ma, hey Pa
Your squirrel done good
Volcano did a little flip in the air. “Whoo-hoo!!”
Sandy played another guitar interlude as everyone danced, before diving into the bridge of the song.
Sandy: If I sink (If she sinks)
Or if I swim (Or if she swims)
Up or down
I'll always come around again...!!!
Then, before the final chorus, Volcano jumped in to perform a rap verse.
Volcano: Well, she’s surfin’ and a-turfin’ in the dirt and water
She lives two lives, so we better applaud her
Whether in Bikini Bottom or the Lone Star State
You know she’s Sandy Cheeks, and she sure is great
As for me, I’m feeling good, with my brand new fam
The Cheeks sure are caring, and they really can jam
I know they’ll be by my side, wherever I go
Up or down or all around, just happy to be home, yo!
Sandy: I'm the surf and turf!
Chorus: Surf and turf
Sandy: Blue water, red dirt
Chorus: Blue water, red dirt
Volcano: Serving up science in your neighborhood
SpongeBob: Hey Ma, hey Pa
Your squirrel done good
Mane 6, Ma and Pa: Yee-haw, SpongeBob!
Our squirrel done good!
Sandy: Hey Ma, hey Pa
Your squirrel done good!
As the crowd began to cheer as the song closed, Zipp's gaze fell on the shimmering portal appearing off the side of the stage, causing her to sigh. “I guess that's our cue to head home, ponies.”
“Aw, do you have to?” Arctic pouted as she and the others came forward to say their goodbyes. “We're having so much fun!”
“Sorry, Arctic, but you know how this works,” Hitch frowned. “Besides, we gotta get home for our Harvest and Hugs Day celebration!”
“Thank you all for everything,” Sandy said gratefully before wondering something. “You'll be back soon, right?”
“We sure hope so!” Izzy replied. “You guys take care of Bikini Bottom while we're gone, okay?” Sunny asked Tropic with a kind smile. “We promise!” Tropic nodded. “We won't let you down!”
And so, exchanging farewell hugs, the Mane 6 swam into the portal before it closed, leaving India to make a decision. “Well, this audience deserves a killer closing number. How about we give em one... as a unified family?”
“Let’s do it!” Volcano exclaimed. And so, India turned on some music, and the entire group began to dance and sing their hearts out.
India: The only rule is
Get on your feet
Volcano: I don’t wanna see nobody heating up their seat
Tropic: And if you believe it
Arctic: If you ‘bout it
Both: No matter where you’re from
The apple don’t fall far from it
All: The people wanna know when they see us dancin' (Ayy, ayy)
Wanna know how we got those moves
People wanna bottle it up, up, up, but no can do
People wanna know how to follow a feeling (Ayy, ayy)
Wanna know how we got that groove (Ayy, ayy)
They're thirsty for the juice
SpongeBob: But let us tell you the truth!
All: Ooh, ooh, hoo
It runs in the family!
Hee, hee, hee, hee
Ooh, ooh, hoo
It runs in the family!
It’s all about you and me!
The crowd cheered once again as the Bikini Bottom gang and Sandy’s family waved and bowed to the crowd after a performance well done.
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But... what they didn't realize that a mysterious figure was watching them through her crystal ball, and she let out a scoff. “Those fools are finally figuring out how their love as family members and as friends connect with the guardians' magic. Took them long enough,” she muttered with a sadistic grin as the image disappeared, causing her to turn to the frightened young seapony beside her. “And now that they have, it's time to take back what is mine! Ha ha ha ha ha... AHA HA HA HA HA HA!!!”
But who is that mysterious figure, you may wonder?
And what is her evil plan for Bikini Bottom?
Well... it'll take our heroes' next visit to the undersea town to find out.
Maybe you can do a fan-made story of the ponies returning to Bikini Bottom to see how Volcano is adapting to being Sandy’s brother.