Hello everyone. I've decided to create a secondary story connected to A Gem's Legacy. I do not own any characters related to Steven Universe, they belong to their respected who do own them.
This takes place in a alternate universe where my OC and the characters of Steven Universe are all human and have different lives.
Here is the introduction. I hope you enjoy it. Also this is placed in my OC's POV. Warning: long chapter
The New Year
*Alarm blasting*
*Groans* As soon as my clock started flaring I searched around for it before slamming it to turn it off. Once it was off I rose from my comfortable bed before stretching my arms out. "Man, I really need five more minutes." I said to myself before opening the curtains and revealing the sun while adjusting my eyes.
"Prism." A familiar voice called.
"Yeah?"
"Are you up?"
"Yeah. I just got up actually."
"Breakfast is almost ready. And make sure you're ready too."
"I will mom. Give me a second and I'll be right down."
After my conversation with my mother I began getting ready since today was the first day back to school. First thing I did was make up my bed obviously, then I started going through my drawers to search for some pants and a shirt. Took on some blue jeans and a white shirt with a green vest. Afterwards I looked at myself in a full body mirror, "Needs something that's more me," I thought before snapping my fingers and placing on my lucky goggles.
Once I tied up my shoes I walked out of my room before heading downstairs to notice the rest of my family. My mom Pearl was cooking breakfast. My dad Greg reading a magazine on cars. My little brother Steven was making sure he had all of his supplies backed in his cheeseburger backpack. And my little sister Amethyst was rocking out to her tunes on her iPhone.
"Morning everyone." I called out.
"Morning, sweetie. Breakfast is on the table. Also I still can't believe you dyed your hair green." Pearl replied before kissing my cheek and looking over at the table where my plate was.
"It's awesome. Plus I like this style. Don't you like it, dad?" I asked.
"Pearl, let Prism express how he is. You know how teenagers are." Greg replied with a smile.
"I know, but don't you think this is a bad example he's putting on Steven?" Pearl pointed out.
"I think it's pretty cool." Steven said with a grin before I rubbed his head, making him giggle.
My mom sighed before joining at the table as we all chowed down. "So, you guys ready for school? I bet this year's gonna be totally better than last year." Amethyst said with food in her mouth before swallowing.
"Amethyst, remember what we talked about on table manners." Pearl scolded.
"I know, I know." Amethyst replied with a small groan. "*Belch* thanks, mom." She added after devouring her food completely.
"Amethyst!" Pearl groaned.
"So anyway, ready for your first year little brother?" I asked Steven.
"Yeah. But at the same time, I'm kinda nervous too." Steven replied before looking down at his bag.
"It's alright. The first year can get a little rough, but what matters is your first experience. My first was a nightmare at first, but after I met some friends things started to get better. So try making a friend, but make sure not to try too hard because I've seen you do it lots of times." I encouraged, making Steven smile a little.
Shortly after breakfast was over, my dad went to work at his car wash while my mom washed dishes before getting herself ready for work. Me, Steven, and Amethyst decided to go ahead and leave so that we wouldn't be late.
We all ran toward the bus stop, but I got there first since I was the fastest, leaving Amethyst and Steven out of breath.
"Geez, man. You got super speed or something?" Amethyst asked while catching her breath.
"Nah sis, remember that I'm apart of the track team. I'm their fastest runner." I bragged.
"You sure are bro. I wonder what other clubs they've got at school." Steven said while pulling himself together.
"Lots. You'll find one that matches your unique tastes. I'm sure of it." I replied before noticing the bus coming up.
Beachside High School. Just your average ordinary school filled with pretty much all different types of groups. The athletes. The musicians. The brains. The dramatics. The cool kids. The goths. And the newcomers.
For me? I'm now a junior while Steven is now officially a freshman and Amethyst is a sophomore. Once the bus stop at our destination the three of us began walking inside with the rest of the kids.
"Wow... This place is huge." Steven said with awe.
"Same old, same old to me." Amethyst replied while chewing up some gum. "I gotta bail. See you guys at lunch." She added before walking away.
"You've got the list on your classes, right Steven?" I asked while looking down at him.
"Yeah. All right here." He replied.
"Listen little brother. If something happens, come find me and I'll take care of it. Any questions, then ask a teacher, okay?" I enlisted.
Steven nodded before running off to find his first class. I hope he was going to be okay, even though he went on a tour here months ago.
Since I had about ten minutes to kill, I went over to my locker and placed in my books before making sure I had the right one for Math coming up. Suddenly my eyes got covered and everything went dark.
"Guess who?" A sly female voice asked.
I grinned before deciding to answer. "Lapis Lazuli?"
Once I was able to see again I turned around and noticed her. She wore a light blue shirt, a dark blue skirt, white sneakers, and a teardrop necklace.
"Hey, it's good to see you again." I said before we shared a hug.
"I've missed you so much. I couldn't stop thinking about you over the summer. I'm glad we're together again." She replied sweetly before we separated.
"Of course we would. I mean, I won't be your boyfriend if I wasn't. Also I'm sorry that I wasn't able to call you, I was busy with family stuff and was occupied for a while." I said while rubbing the back of my head.
"It's fine. What matters now is the new year. Plus I'm hoping we get to spend more time together than last time." Lapis said while placing a hand on my chest.
"We will. I'll make sure of it. Right now I gotta go to Math. Kinda good at it, but I'm just like everyone else." I replied before closing my locker.
As I walked away, Lapis suddenly took my hand. "I'm coming too. I've got that class as well." She added with a grin. Happy to hear that, I accepted her action as we started walking together. We've been friends since childhood before began dating a month ago. I was first to admit my feeling to her, though at first she just wanted us to be friends since it would be weird going out as I couple. After a while she had decided to give me a chance and here we are now, though we're not at stage two yet, still taking it slow.
After class was done, it was time to move on toward second period, P.E.. As soon as we entered in the gym I stopped Coach Jasper. She loved the first day of school, which meant she could torture new kids into playing dodgeball. Believe me, I've been through it and it is hell. For juniors however, I haven't the slightest clue on what she's gonna do and I'm scared on the inside to find out.
"Alright you punks! New year, which means it's time to put your bodies back into tip top shape! You all think I do this for fun? Well, you're wrong!" She said loudly before screaming in front of a male student. "I do this for your benefits. I want you to succeed. I don't care who you are! You're gonna give me everything you've got until your bodies are nothing but sack! Do I make myself clear?!" She added while continuing to walk around with her arms behind her back.
"Yes ma'am!" We all called out.
"Excellent. Today I'm gonna let you runts play basketball. Those not interested shall either give me ten laps around the track outside or give me twenty push-ups. Your calls because I will not tolerate those who slack off." She instructed.
I had decided to run the laps, which Coach Jasper excepted from me and Lapis joined in along with two other kids. It's not that we didn't like basketball, we just wanted to run and she was more then happy to give it to us.
Outside the track was huge, but I didn't care because the only thing on my mind was running. I don't know why, but I just like to run. Not from anybody, not to go somewhere, but because I love the feeling of it. It was like I was one with the wind and nothing was gonna stop me. Lapis did her best and the other kids were too, but they weren't at my level. I was already at my ninth lap while going around once more to finish it up.
"Impressive, Universe. You may just be the fastest man alive." Coach Jasper said with a grin.
"Thanks. *Heavy breathing* I...don't know what's up with me but...I just can't get enough of this." I replied before getting out some water and drinking it.
"Well I'm going back to check on the other sacks. After these guys are done, come back in and rest for a bit."
I nodded to her before she went back into the gym while I took a seat on some bleachers. Lapis had just finished up while heading toward me as I handed her a water bottle. The other guys joined in as well, feeling exhausted.
"You okay?" I asked.
"Yeah. *Heavy breathing* just dehydrated." She replied before splashing some water on her face.
"You've got a gift, Universe." One of the guys said with a smirk.
"Please, Bart. You and Wally are getting their. I'm just a little faster." I replied with a shrug.
"Yeah, like Godspeed fast." Wally depicted. "What's your secret?" He added.
"Bananas." I simply answered.
"Seriously?" Bart asked with a raised eyebrow.
"Yep. You know, bananas help with your legs, increase your potassium defitionsee, and that's pretty much it." I implied.
"There's gotta be more to it though." Wally said.
"Guys, how about we continue this at lunch? If we don't go back now Coach Jasper will slaughter us." Lapis pointed out.
Agreeing with that, me and the others got up while walking back into the gym. Hopefully before Coach Jasper stopped us.
After Gym was Science. Here was where I basically had another advantage due to a very special friend.
"Peridot!" I called out as I took a seat next to her.
"Hey Prism. How was your morning?" She replied while turning to me. She wore square glasses, had on a uniform style attire with a white shirt, bow tie, brown skirt, white long socks, and brown dress shoes.
Peridot was also a junior, despite only being fifteen. However, she was pretty smart, the smartest girl I ever met. We met last year and she was usually all braggy about being better then others and having better grades, but after meeting me and Amethyst, she started to change a bit and began socializing, especially since she's apart of the Science Club.
"Pretty well. How was your summer?" I asked.
"As usually. I've been busy calculating the right percentages of how my year was going to covert and spending time with my dog, Pumpkin." She replied before showing me a picture of her and Pumpkin on her phone.
"Aww, she's cute. Why give her the name Pumpkin?" I asked.
"Because when you look at her from a different perspective and angle you can determine that her stomach is around and her back as a small point." She explained.
Examining the picture, I was able to see what she was talking about. A moment later the bell rang and class began to start, with the teacher writing on the chalkboard.
"Good morning, students. My name is Ms. Agate and I shall be your teacher for the rest of the year. The person next to you shall be your partner until the second semester, so play nice and be respectable." She said.
"Yes, Ms. Agate." The students replied.
"Okay. As most of you may know, we're going on a field trip to Diamond Industries within three weeks. However, we need to raise enough money so all of us are able to attend. If you all wish to participate then you must help out at a fundraiser where we are giving back to the environment and planting trees and flowers near the Botanical Zoo. I understand that this is a new year for all of you, but let's make a good change out of it shall we?" She elaborated while showing us a picture of a massive factory.
Most of the students were interested, however me and Peridot were excited about this the most. "This is the greatest opportunity I've ever witnessed. My mother is vice president of Diamond Industries." Peridot said to me.
"My mom works there too. They're always helping others before themselves. It's a great way to show how much you care you live." I replied.
"Now then class, let's open up our books and study life of a tree." Ms. Agate said before losing the picture and turning to the class.
As well all got out our books I moaned in bordem, but it'll be worth it to go on that trip.
Lunch. My second favorite time of the day.
Today was Meatball Sandwich Monday and I was gonna enjoy the greatest sandwich of all time. As I sat at a table, Lapis and Peridot joined in with me along with Bart and Wally.
"So Prism, you got any plans afterschool?" Bart asked.
"Not really. Just homework. I'm also wondering how my little brother is doing." I replied.
"You've got a little brother?" Lapis said.
"Yeah. His name is Steven. I've also got a little sister named Amethyst." I replied before taking a bite out of my food.
"Interesting. I'm sure they're managing the first day. What's the worst that could happen?" Peridot said.
Suddenly a loud smack sound erupted the cafeteria before we all turned to what was happening. I saw Steven on the ground facing some tall guy with pierced ears and a small portion of hair on the right side of his head, black shirt, torn jeans, and sneakers.
"Watch where you're going, kid." The guy said firmly.
"Sorry, I was just in my thought and I wasn't paying attention." Steven apologized while getting up.
The kid then balled his right fist before raising it up. However before he could do anything I stepped in and grabbed his arm. "Hey! Leave my brother alone, Lars." I implied as he turned to me.
He ripped his arm away from me before glaring at me. "He bumped into me and stained my favorite shirt." Lars said as he pointed at his body.
"Don't care. Steven's just a kid. If you want to start something, start it with me." I replied while taking a step forward.
As we were face to face and glaring at each other, Lars stepped back, noticing the crowd around us. "Five o' clock. Big Doughnut Parking Lot." He informed.
"I'll be there." I replied before he walked away.
After he left I turned to my brother, "You alright?" I asked with concern.
"I'm okay. Prism, are you really gonna fight Lars?" Steven replied.
"Yeah. You know I never back down from challenge. Plus I don't care what happened, he needs to be put in his place." I stated before leaving the cafeteria to calm down a bit.
Lars and I have some history. We were cool with each other during middle school, but then after he left me to go join the cool kids, I never forgave him and we became rivals. We'd fight where no-one watched us and he would win some and I would win some, but in the end we would hate each other even more.
As I took a drink from the water fountain before heading back, a hand grabbed my arm.
"Prism. May I have a word with you?" A female voice said.
I turned my head and noticed Principle Quartz. She looked concerned, so I nodded to her before she released me. She was taller then the other teachers, had big curly pink hair, light pink lipstick, a white buttoned shirt, and pink dress pants with white heels. Principle Quartz was always friendly to others and allowed everyone to be who they are and express themselves for who they are. She and I were close, almost like she was my second mother. Whenever I would get into trouble, even if it wasn't my fault, she would always want to see me in her office.
As I was sitting in her office again I stared at her as she did the same. "I just witness what went on in the cafeteria. Are you and Lars have conflict again?" She asked.
"You already know the answer to that." I replied while leaning back.
"Prism Universe. You know I care for all of my students like they were my children, including you. However I don't tolerate violence for them. Whatever you and Lars are going to do afterschool, don't do it. Fighting never solves a solution." She stated while leaning forward and intertwining her hands together.
"You know I can't do that. Lars won't let it go and neither will I. Sometimes "talk" doesn't do much and that said person will keep on messing with you unless you do something about it. When people play dirty, you have to play dirty back sometimes." I pointed out.
"Even so, is this really a good example you're setting for your little brother at the end of his first day? You have to be better than that. One of these days I'm not gonna be around to give you advice to do what's right." She replied.
"That's really well said, Principle Quartz. However this is something me and Lars have to handle ourselves. He nearly hit my little brother and I wasn't gonna allow that. Sorry, but I'm doing this my way. No matter what you think of it." I said while getting up.
Principle Quartz sighed before getting up as well and walking over to me. Without a warning, she hugged me. I was shocked and stunned for a moment before she released me. "I just don't want my students to get killed. This isn't something worth dying over." She added softly.
"We're not gonna kill each other. I'm gonna show him what happens when he messes with my family." I replied strongly.
She closed her eyes for a second before reopening them and smiling at me. Afterwards she allowed me to leave as I returned to the cafeteria to finish up my lunch before Fourth Period.
School was now officially over. I was gathering my stuff from my locker before noticing Steven and Amethyst approaching me.
"Steven told me what happened during lunch. You seriously gonna go through with it?" She asked with narrow eyes.
I nodded.
"I'm coming with you." She added while pounding a fist into her other hand.
"No. I'm handling this." I replied firmly. "You just take Steven home and I'll be back in a while." I added.
Amethyst was pretty shocked from hearing that before groaning in agreement. Steven then walked up to me and hugged my leg while I slowly rubbed his back. Once he was finished he gave me a small smile, "Don't get too hurt, okay?" He added kindly.
I smirked before nodding.
After that I began walking toward the entrance with my siblings following. "Wait!" A voice called out.
I turned around and noticed Lapis, Peridot, Bart, and Wally running up to us. "We're coming with you." Wally said.
"Guys, you don't have to get involved. This is my fight." I assured.
"No. It's our fight. We're gonna be there with you. You're our friend, man. Did you really think we were gonna stand by and let you get pummeled?" Bart replied.
Hearing that made me smile as there really was no way I could say "no" to that. So I nodded for them to tag along while Amethyst took Steven home.
At the Big Doughnut, me and my friends were all waiting for Lars until he showed up with a determined expression.
"See you brought your fan club with you. Good, you could use one as they witness you lose." He said while cracking his knuckles.
"Only me, Lars. To be honest, I don't want to fight you anymore, but every time I try to get through to you, you always bail on me and ignore what I have to say." I replied while approaching him.
"Because you're a loser. Talk is cheap. Now, let's get this over with." He said while raising his fists.
I did the same as we took our stances. Lapis, Peridot, Bart, and Wally watched carefully before Lars threw the first punch. I dodged in a fraction of a second before counterattacking and hitting him in the gut. Lars gawked before punching me in the face. He then threw another jab on my left cheek before going toward my right and repeating the process. After the sixth punch I grabbed his right fist punching his upper and lower ribcage. Then I punched him in the face multiple times before finishing with a uppercut.
Lars crashed onto the concrete as I was breathing heavily. He groaned for a moment before slowly rising up and tackling me to the ground. He then repeatedly punched my face until I stopped him and turned him over before grabbing his shirt and punching him hard. Once I delivered the third punch I stopped before getting up and wiping the blood from my mouth. Lapis and Peridot were very concerned while Bart and Wally were feeling the same while wondering what was gonna happen next. Just then, Lars stood up before spitting some blood onto the ground.
"Is that really all you got? C'mon, I know you can do better than that." He added with a small grin.
"What is this all about, Lars? You doin' this for fun? Or because you're trying to prove something to me? Whatever the reason, I'm not gonna fight you for it anymore." I replied, putting down my arms.
"You think you're better than me, huh? I can't believe we were ever friends. To be honest, I was never your friend, I only hung out with you for kicks until I found a better crowd to hang with." Lars stated as he approached me slowly.
"You abandoned me, man. You think I'm not upset about that? You never said sorry or feel any regret for what you did. If you want to finish me off then go ahead, because I'm tired of this." I replied.
Lars threw another hard punch, sending me to the ground. He then straddled onto me while grabbing my shirt before repeatedly punching me with anger.
"Stop it!" Lapis and Peridot screamed.
Bart and Wally ran into action and pushed Lars away. Bart then punched Lars and knocked him unconscious before coming over to me just as Lapis and Peridot came in. I closed my eyes and fell unconscious while looking at those who were my friends and more.
I then started hearing a beeping sound before slowly opening my eyes and seeing my family and friends. I also noticed that I was at my house on the couch before slowly raising myself up.
"Prism! My baby!" Pearl said as she embraced me.
"Ow. Ow. Ow. Ow. Ow." I cried out, still in pain.
My mom released me before the others approached me.
"What were you thinking?! Fighting a bully all on your own?! You could've been killed?!" Pearl immediately scolded.
"Prism, we talked about this." Greg stated.
"I know, dad. But you know me and Lars do things differently and he was gonna hit Steven at lunch today." I objected.
"Amethyst told us. However that doesn't mean you can go and get yourself killed instead. Be a little thankful your friends were there with you." Pearl replied while crossing her arms.
"Let's just be glad my brother's okay. That's all that really matters." Steven said.
"Yeah, after getting his ass handed to him." Amethyst added with a small chuckle.
I then turned to my friends before looking at my family. "Can you guys give us a moment?" I asked.
"Very well. But after you're done you're grounded for a week, mister." Pearl replied.
"I'm fine with that. Saw that coming the moment I put my fists up." I said with a nod.
My mom, dad, Steven, and Amethyst went upstairs while leaving Lapis, Peridot, Bart, and Wally with me.
"We actually have to go, Prism. Try to get better, alright?" Bart said before him, Wally and Peridot left the house. Lapis stayed as she slowly walked up to me before sitting next to me on the couch. We both silently looked at each other before Lapis placed a hand on my face.
"Lapis, I..." I said before she placed a finger on my mouth, preventing me from speaking.
"You don't have to say anything. I understand why you did what you did, but promise me you won't do something like this again. Please? I couldn't live with myself if something were to happen to you." She replied softly with tears in her eyes before a single drop fell from one of her eye sockets.
It hurt me deeply to see her like this. I never wanted to see her like this again, so I nodded to what she told me. Once that was cleared up she took both of her hands and placed them on my face before leaning in slowly and kissing me deeply. I was stunned, shocked, and surprised from what she was doing to me right now. I slowly closed my eyes and accepted this. After a few seconds she released herself from me and blushed very deeply.
"I have to go now. I'll see you tomorrow, okay? And maybe we can talk about why I did that." She said while getting up as I gave her a nod in return. Once she left my house and laid back and closed my eyes to rest for a bit.
Never would have thought my first day back would be like this. I have to be better. I'm never gonna fight again. Never again.
Note: This story isn't gonna be long. Just an idea I came up with along with my best friend.
See you all next time. Also I don't own Bart Allen or Wally West from DC. They belong to their respective creators.