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"I'm just a child from Homeworld"
Connie is panicking as she is sinking the salty waters. She couldn't tell which was up or down. She briefly sees something glowing pink above her before she loses her breath...
She slowly opens her brown eyes and sees a teenage boy in pink with curly dark hair and worried pink eyes. She coughed water out of her mouth, found herself on a table, and looked at the boy again.
"...The Pink Diamond?!" thought Connie nervously.
He is completely wet with seawater. He is wearing a soaking pink leotard with puff leaves and laces. She can tell they were fancy. His curly hair, though wet, is still beautiful.
His wet clothes show his thick and muscular body… She blushes at his thighs.
She is shocked to see the irises in his tearful eyes are pink and his pupils are diamond-shaped…She then notices his belly window shows a huge gem…
"That can't be real, right?"
"Are you ok?" He said concerned.
"His voice is so angelic…" she thought
"...I'm fine, just a sore throat," she said weakly.
"I'm glad," he said happily and she was surprised that his tears were pink too.
As his sparkling tears fall on her, she thought
"He seems too innocent to be a cult leader…"
…Suddenly her throat feels better and her vision becomes blurry. She quickly checks her glasses for the smudge. She gets nervous when she realizes she can see clearly without her glasses. She turns to Steven.
"Don't tell my parents I was swimming in the ocean…or they'll never let me study here again," she said worriedly.
"Ok," he said, agreeing with her.
"My Steven! Where have you been?! Oh, your clothes!" shouted a worried yet elegant voice.
Connie sees a pair of weird-looking women running here. One looks like a beautiful ballerina and another a cute clown.
"I was saving an Earth native from drowning, Pearl," said Steve.
Pearl smiles as she takes towels out of her gem much to Connie's surprise. She then begins drying them.
"I say it again, you are the sweetest of the Diamonds," said a childish voice.
Connie sees it is from the clown girl as she helps Pearl dry them.
"Thank you Spinel," he said kindly to her as he turned to Connie.
"What is your name?" he asked her with concern.
"...Connie," she said as she removed the lenses from her glasses.
"Steven," he said happily.
3 days later, Connie is walking next to Garnet as they head towards the Palanquin within this large greenhouse with shiny glass filled with so many lively and colorful plants filled with fruits and vegetables. The shy girl looked around in awe.
She notices some happy pregnant women and various types of couples sitting or walking around. She also sees that each person is wearing a crown of flowers. She smiles nervously when a little girl with a crown of yellow roses approaches her to give her a crown of anthuriums.
"I can't believe this used to be run-down and abandoned…I pass by this place many times whenever I am on my way to school and back home," she said happily.
Garnet caresses the blue and red lilies gently, then she picks a pomegranate from one of the trees, uses a knife to cut it open, and gives it to Connie.
"Our Diamond does anything to save and protect all living things, for every form of life is precious," she said.
Connie smiles as she blushes hearing that. She looked at the shiny juicy seeds and they were almost too beautiful to eat…As she ate them, she could not believe she had snuck out of her home for the first time and was way past curfew but she wants to see him again.
It was time-consuming doing research on where the Crystal Gems meet up. She was too cautious to accept invites from any of Steven's cult members since her parents did warn her about those insane groups. She eventually found one of their meet-up spots when she stalked one of Steven's colorful servants to the old greenhouse. She does know it was stupid sneaking into a cult but she feels there's something more to the cult leader especially since he rescued her from drowning…
It was both surprising yet disturbing that so far she is welcomed warmly instead of being imprisoned to become a human sacrifice or forced to join them from what she heard what some cults do…
"You don't have to be so nervous Connie, He'll be very happy to see you again," said Garnet kindly.
Connie froze when she heard what she said and Garnet speaks more gently again
"Do not be scared, it is always safe in my Diamond's paradise and everyone is always welcome to leave or stay in my Diamond's paradise,"
The human girl says "I came all this way, I am going to see him,"
Garnet smiles as she continues to guide her to the Palanquin. Her eyes widened at the Palanquin…
"It is very fitting for a fairy tale princess," thought Connie as heard a beautiful voice singing from it.
"If you could only know, what we really are
When we arrived on Earth, from out beyond your star
We were amazed to find, your beauty and your worth
And we will protect your kind
And we will protect your Earth
And we will protect your Earth
And we will protect you!"
She takes the stairs on it and sees a dancing silhouette behind the sparkling curtains and she looks to Garnet for permission. The taller woman nods gently and said
"Be careful, he's a hugger,"
The girl nods and she immediately opens the curtains.
The boy is cheerfully dancing around with an MC Bear Bear toy in his hands. He is wearing a nice rose-colored strapless dress with a star-shaped belly hole showing his gemstone.
"Steven?"
His eyes widen and he turns to see who is at the entrance. He squeals with excitement and runs to hug her.
"I am so happy to see you again!" said Steven happily as Connie blushes red.
The next day, Connie and Steven walk in Beach City park. Suddenly, Steven is skipping like a kid around Connie.
She smiles at him thoughtfully while others look at the boy in judgment at a teen boy in a gown with roses not acting his age. She notices and leads Steven away from them while coldly looking at them.
Soon Connie watches him begin to dance to a random street violinist.
For some reason, it makes her so happy to see him dance so playfully yet so beautifully. She watches as he jumps around like a hyper dog and spins like a whirlwind.
"Oh please dance with me Connie!" he said excitedly.
"I c-can't! There are people!" she said nervously.
She then notices 3 older teens passing by, doing the Diamond salutes as they say “My Diamond”. Steven stops dancing and salutes back at them.
Sour Cream with his headphones and his blue hoodie with the Pink Diamond sewn to his left sleeve. Buck, a brunette boy with sunglasses and a huge red jacket over his t-shirt with Steven’s symbol. Jenny is a black-haired girl with big flashy earrings and a fluffy jacket with a badge that has the same pink symbol over a man's shirt and baggy shorts.
“Hey Pink, I want to know that we owe you a big thanks for letting us rave at one of your fountains,” said Sour Cream smiling.
Connie's eyes widen when she recognizes the teens. Sour Cream is one of the most famous YouTube DJs and she sometimes sees him around Beach City. Jenny is one of the twin daughters of Kofi Pizza, the owner of Fish Stew Pizza, her dad's favorite restaurant. Buck is the son of Bill Dewey, the Mayor of Beach City.
"How long were the Cool Kids in this cult?" thought Connie.
“You're welcome, Sour Cream! That was fun!” he said excitedly as stars suddenly appeared in his eyes.
Jenny laughs in agreement while Buck, despite having a stoic face, nods.
"When can we do the next one? Pink," asked Jenny excitedly.
"Anytime friends! I am a celestial being of fun, happiness, and love after all," said Steven cheerfully.
"Did he just say he's a celestial being?" thought Connie and she did not believe him.
"Amazing, Thanks," said Sour Cream, smiling as he held Jenny's hand and Buck's hand and they left as Buck said, "See Yeah!"
"I didn't know they joined you," said Connie in surprise.
"Oh, you know them? Are they your friends too?" said Steven, smiling.
"...We're more like acquaintances, I couldn't hang out with older kids," said Connie blushing red.
"Why not?" asked Steven with a naive smile at her.
"I am not great around people normally…especially since I am not pretty,"
Steven gasped when he heard her say that last part. He did not like to hear insults especially when they involved any words about appearances.
"The original Pink was beautiful…and now look at her Blue!"
"White! Please, it's not her fault!"
"But you are pretty! All living beings are beautiful in their special ways! And why are you afraid of others?" asked Steven, filled with worry and looking like he was about to cry.
Connie blushes when she heard him call her "pretty" and she response
“...I guess because I am so used to spending all this time studying and doing everything my parents’ says…I did not want to stray from my goal of becoming a doctor like my mom even though I wanted to be an astronaut instead…Heck, I should be in trouble for sneaking out of my house or even being around a boy!”
"Why is it bad to be around a boy? I am sure they'll be happy you made a friend~" asked Steven, now even more confused.
Connie looks at Steve in realization and says "You have no idea about how the world is…do you?"
Steve smiles awkwardly as he says
"...To be fair, I haven't been on this lovely planet for very long,"
Connie's eyes widen as she says "...You're an alien?"
"On my mom's side, yeah, my dad is human and he's somewhere on this planet," said Steven, smiling cheerfully and humbly.
The girl was about to hyperventilate but she takes a deep breath now knowing the boy is literally out of this world…
"I never thought I would have an otherworldly encounter…," thought Connie, looking at him in shock.
"Eh? Are you ok? Why are you looking at me like that?" said Steven as he tilted his head like a puppy.
"Oh, I must protect his innocence! Others will take advantage of him!" thoughted Connie who is now deeply concerned for this teen cult leader.
The next day, Steven and Connie are at a karaoke cafe. He is in his pink lacy Kodona suit with suspenders and it looks like he's wearing a half-skirt. The girl looks at him with joy as he admires Cookie Cat Sundae in front of him like it's a sacred treasure.
"You should eat that before it melts," said Connie.
"OK," he said cheerfully as he began to eat it and he smiled excitedly at the taste.
The two teens are both enjoying the people singing along with the lyrics. Connie then watches as Steven goes up to the stage. She notices some people glaring at the boy's choice of outfit again and she angrily glares back at them. She leaves her seat to stand in front of the stage.
Steven tests the microphone and he begins to sing.
"I see trees of green
Red roses too
I see them bloom
For me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
I see skies of blue
And clouds of white
The bright blessed day
The dark sacred night
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
The colors of the rainbow
So pretty in the sky
Are also on the faces
Of people going by
I see friends shaking hands
Saying how do you do
They're really saying
I love you
I hear babies cry
I watch them grow
They'll learn much more
Than I'll ever know
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
Yes, I think to myself
What a wonderful world
Ooh, yes,"
Everyone is so shocked by Steven's beautiful voice that they overlook his outfit. While Connie smiles at hearing his lovely voice again…there is suddenly a loud applause…
On Saturday, Connie and Steven are in an amusement park. Connie is relieved that her mom and dad are often very busy on the weekends.
He is now wearing a kodona outfit with white and pink diamonds on his shorts and vest.
In the line to the roller coaster. He is hopping around in excitement much to the judgment of some people in line. Connie gives them back a death stare and the people suddenly look away.
"The teacups were so fun and the bumper cars are great! I wonder what this ride will be like and also why we can't eat before the ride?" asked Steven.
"Oh you'll see and you'll get sick if you eat before the ride," informed Connie.
"Oh," said Steven, and then they are in front of the line.
"We're next!" said Connie excitedly as she and Steven got in their seats.
"Remember to buckle your seat belts and keep your hands in at all times!" said the speaker.
Suddenly the coaster goes quickly, and the young teens scream excitedly as the coaster begins to go upside down.
Connie got spooked when the ride shook a little and held Steven's hand. She quickly let go in embarrassment much to Steven's confusion.
A few days later, the two kids are at the small and quiet park having a picnic of jam sandwiches. Steven is wearing a pink suit with flower patterns and holding a guitar. Connie has a violin case next to her. She is almost finished reading the 1st book of The Spirit Morph Saga to Steven. The boy has stars in his eyes the whole time he's listening.
"As the ship rows through the sky, Lisa's eyes are filled with hope as she and Archimicarus watches the stars sparkle above…to be continued,"
"What happened next? Did she find her dad?" said Steven, curiously.
"It continues in the next book and I can't spoil the next one," said Connie.
"Aaawww," said Steven sadly.
"I'll read you the next one next time I promise," said Connie smiling.
"Oh I am looking forward to the next meeting…you want to sing with me?" he said excitedly as he prepared his guitar.
"Sure…" said Connie shyly, not used to singing herself.
She looks around and sees no one is watching. She gets out her violin and clears her throat.
They then begin to sing together.
"The sun is bright, our shirts are clean
We're sitting up above the sea
Come on and share this jam with me
Peach or plum or strawberry
Any kind is fine, you see
Come on and share this jam with me
I'll do my best to give this jam the sweetness it deserves
And I'll keep it fresh
I'm jammin' on these tasty preserves
Ingredients in Harmony
We mix together perfectly
Come on and share this jam with me,"
Steve then puts his guitar beside him and holds up his hand for her to hold.
"Will you dance with me?" he asked.
Connie blushes as she once again looks around to make sure no one is watching. She nods and they begin to dance with each other.
It was awkward at first but then they are having fun dancing as they face each other…Suddenly, his belly gem glows very brightly, almost blinding her…
As Bucky walks by a park, he notices the carnations and for some reason… He could not stop staring at the pink ones…
"I…I can't shed another innocent terran's blood" said Pink tearfully as she looked down at her round belly.
As Pink knees down, Bucky slowly and lovingly strokes her cheek wet with her tears.
"Моя розовая богиня…"
She smiles sadly as she gently puts a pink carnation in his hair…