Regrets- This prompt comes from our Discord server, kmNpaaH, asking: What if Rose had met the Pregnant Blue Diamond?
"I sure am glad you talked me into coming back here, Blue. I'm happy you're able to see it," Greg told her, grabbing her hand. He led her out of the taxi, careful to mind her pregnant stomach.
She let out a groan as she stretched upwards. "Yes, well, I couldn't miss out on the chance to see the place that led us together."
Greg chuckled, bringing her to the nearest shop he could find. He went up to the shopkeeper, ignoring their incredulous stares at his wife. "Say, I know this is a stretch, but do you know if there's a mysterious pink lady in town? She's got a bunch of purple friends."
"Uh- oh yeah, they live on the far side of the beach, in front of that big lady statue."
"Oh, that's right! That's where she convinced me to not give up on my dream of becoming a famous musician," Greg explained. "Ah, it's all coming back to me."
Blue Diamond sighed. "I wish I had more pleasant memories of this planet."
Greg gave Blue a concerned glance when she wasn't looking, leading her out of the shop. They continued down the road at a reasonable pace, taking their leisurely time.
Blue Diamond seemed to be only focused on the road ahead of them and her baby. She was… close. Greg could tell. It had been about eight months. Any day now-
No. He couldn't think that way. Rather than moping, he would spend all the time he could with her. Greg could be sad all he wanted when she was gone, but for now everything was about happiness.
"Just around this cliff?" Blue queried, raising an eyebrow as they approached it. "An odd place for a dwelling. Below a cliff in a statue?"
"Well, the mysterious pink lady isn't a mysterious pink lady because she works a desk job in Empire City."
Blue laughed at this, and Greg felt his cheeks warm up. He adored those rare laughs.
"Even for a mysterious pink lady, this placement is not ideal. What would happen were there a flood? And-"
Blue stopped, Greg nearly walking into her. "What is it?"
The Diamond looked ahead, wide eyed. In front of them, leaning against a rock, was a purple being. "Is that an Amethyst?"
"Mhm. What's it to ya?" the gem cracked her eyes open, spying the pair. "Woah. Nice hair! And you, you're even bigger than- hey, who are you?!" she cried, leaping upward.
"I am Blue Diamond," she supplied, allowing herself a sad smile. "You're one of Pink's gems, are you not? I thought I had gathered you all," she recalled, grief and guilt striking her face.
Amethyst relaxed a little, still eyeing Greg and the Diamond carefully.
Greg glanced up at his wife. "She's one of Pink's gems? I… I think I recognize her. She's one of the pink woman's friends."
"Really? This Amethyst is one from the Kindergartens here on earth."
Amethyst unashamedly approached. "Hey, wait, what do you know about kindergartens?"
Blue Diamond forced a smile. "There can be time for explanations later. Would… you like to come back with us? I don't know how you got here, but my child could use extra protection. Pearl is not a fighter."
Amethyst began to back away slowly. "Pearl is a great fighter. I'm not sure I like where this is going."
Blue glared. "You-" she caught herself, feeling her child kick from within. "Do you happen to know a pink haired woman? We are only here to offer her thanks."
"I'm not so sure I should let you meet Rose…"
Greg's heart skipped a beat, his blood running cold. "Uh-oh."
"Rose?" Blue quietly asked, her voice sharing no trace of emotion. "Rose Quartz?"
Amethyst summoned her whip from her gem with a flash of light, backing away and preparing to use it if need be. "Yeah, that pretty much seals the deal, buddy. You may be a gem, but I got a feeling you're bad news."
"I-!" Blue Diamond exclaimed. Greg stroked her hand, sending soothing waves throughout her. "I am not bad news. Please allow me to see Rose Quartz. I'll give you one more chance."
"Or what?" Greg whispered. "You… you don't have to face this right now."
Blue glanced down at her bulging stomach before looking up at the Amethyst. "Yes I do. If I don't confront this now, I will never have another chance."
"A chance at what?!" Amethyst screamed. "You aren't alone over there! You're just coming off as even more creepy!"
Three gems rounded the corner of the cliff, staring down Amethyst. A strong voice cut the silence. "Who's creepy, Ame-" Rose Quartz said, her dark eyes going wide at the sight of Blue Diamond.
Garnet whimpered, exclaiming in fear. She shivered, standing behind Rose. The pearl by her side had a vice grip on her sword, her quaking knees betraying her fierce stare. "W-what are you doing here? Human, get away, she's-"
"I- I don't understand," Rose interrupted. "You're Blue Diamond."
She grasped her stomach softly, taking Greg's hand for support. "I am. Rose Quartz, I've come to talk."
"Talk?" Rose cried incredulously.
"I wish to… thank you," she said. Although not spiteful, it was hard to get the words out. "If you hadn't started a war for this planet, I would not have met Greg, or fallen in love," she said softly, her eyes traveling the warm sand.
"Your stomach…" Rose noticed. "Are you pregnant?!"
"I am. Soon I will be gone from this galaxy, so rejoice. It's the least I could do to repay my sins. I've come to realize our differences are personal, Rose Quartz. I had honestly never expected to see you ever again. I acknowledge that you had to," she choked, "shatter Pink in order to attain your freedom. I only wish I had realized the value of this planet sooner. That may sound selfish but it is the truth. I am sorry for all that were lost."
"Sorry doesn't begin to cover it!" Garnet growled. "Countless gems-"
"I KNOW!" Blue Diamond screamed, her hair flaring and tears falling freely. "I'll never be able to fully return my debts! But know this: you swayed a Diamond to your cause. I…"
"Blue?" Greg hoarsely asked. "The child?"
Her mind raced. "Please, begin the rebellion anew. I only ask that you take a peaceful approach."
"You've got a lot of nerve…" Pearl chided. "We tried that millennia ago, you- you- fool. If it had worked we wouldn't be here."
"When my child is old enough, and if they are willing, you are welcome to teach him your ways. Homeworld will listen to a Diamond."
"Then why don't you do it yourself?" Rose Quartz queried.
"I can't go on living, knowing what I've done…"