Chapter 10: Home World strikes at Earth Part 1.
The next morning, At temple, inside Pearl's room. Lupin was still sleeping. Until his alarm wake him up. He got out of his bed. He went to the bathroom to brush his teeth. He put on his clothes and went to the big donut shop. Lupin walked inside the donut shop.
What can i get you? Lars said to Lupin.
I'll have 2 coffees and 3 donuts, to go. Lupin replied to Lars.
Lars gave Lupin his order. That will be $3.60. Lars said to Lupin.
Lupin given Lars $10.55. Lupin walk outside the donut shop. [Loud explosion noise] (Lupin drops his coffee and bag of donuts.) (Windows of local businesses shatter.)
even at the police station. W-What in the world is going on? Zenigata said.
What the hack was that? Jigen said.
Something is come. Goemon said. (Lupin looked up at the sky, a giant green hand is floating.)
The Light Cannons should be ready. Pearl said.
Guys! Did you see that thing in the sky? Steven said to them.
It's a ship. We have to assume it's Peridot. Pearl said.
Lapis told us she'll be coming. With advanced weapons and reinforcements. Garnet said.
It's happening… Greg said.
I wanna see. Steven said. *looks into telescope and sees the green hand*
Woah. Jigen said.
Ready the light cannons. Garnet said. (The Quartizine Trio appear from under the deck. Amethyst pushes the fourth Laser Light Cannon into position.)
Steven, light them up. Garnet said.
*talks into walkie-talkie* If every pork chop were perfect, we wouldn't have hot dogs. Steven said.
(Cannons shoot beams into sky at the spaceship. The warship opens itself and blocks the crossed beam with the palm area.)
No effect. Garnet said.
Damn, that thing look hard to break. Jigen said.
Not even tank break through it. Lupin said. *walking towards them*
Where have you been? Pearl said to Lupin.
I was getting some breakfast. Lupin replied to Pearl.
What now? Greg said.
*lifts the telescope and looks into it* We'll have to take them head on. The whole town might be in danger. Garnet said.
*gets phone and taps on Mayor Dewey's name* I better make a call. Time for some... political favors. Steven said.
[Mayor's Office] *worriedly* Hello? Mayor Dewey said.
Mayor Dewey! It's me, Steven Universe! Steven said.
*hides behind curtain* Universe, what's this thing in the sky? As a politician, pointing fingers make me very nervous. Mayor Dewey said.
Mayor Dewey, the whole town's in danger. We have to evacuate the city. Steven said.
Evacuate? Hmm. Evacuate. Could be tough. I'll need a catchy slogan. Mayor Dewey said.
[to Mayor Dewey driving his van through town] Van: E-VA-CU-ATE. E-VA-CU-ATE. E-VA-CU-ATE.
People! I need everyone to consider evacuation! Evacuation is something we all depend on in times of... Mayor Dewey said.
*voice fades out* [ Steven, Greg, Lupin, Jigen, Goemon and the Crystal Gems] Hey! That's a great idea, Dad. You should leave with the rest of the- Steven said.
*spies his cheeseburger backpack* is that my luggage? Steven said.
Uuuhh... Greg and Pearl said. *looks at Pearl*
Who wants to tell him? Greg said. (Both look at Amethyst, who turns away defensively.)
Hey, I'm not good with this stuff! Amethyst said.
Steven, I know you don't think we trust you. I know more often than not we treat you like a human child. But the truth is, we rely on you. Your voice inspires us, binds us, reminds us why we promised to protect the planet. You must now be that voice, for them. Garnet said.
[Beach City's boardwalk, all of the citizens in chaos]
Peedee, come on! Fryman said.
But are we coming back!? Peedee said to Fryman.
Ronaldo, help me with your brother! Fryman said.
If anything happens, you need to be there to protect them. Like your mother once did. It's your destiny. Garnet said.
I won't disappoint you! I know. Garnet said.
[ Steven and Greg getting in the van] (They drive off, leaving the sad Crystal Gems.)
We did everything we could. Alright, pull it together! Garnet said.
[ Lupin,Jigen and Goemon drives off in Mercedes SSK.[Steven and Greg leaving Beach City]
Maybe when Peridot gets to Earth, she'll see how nice all the people are and she won't want to hurt anyone. Steven said.
Just like your mother. Greg said.
*sighs* Yeah? Steven said.
Yeah. But these other Gems aren't like your mother. They aren't like Garnet, Amethyst, or Pearl. They aren't gonna start caring about people now. They didn't the first time they… Greg said.
The first time they what? Steven said.
I mean, it was thousands of years ago! It's-it's not like I was there! Greg said. *looks at Steven*
The Gems should be telling you all this stuff but I get it. I mean, they don't want you thinking of them like that! Greg said.
Like what? Dad, like what? Steven said.
Like aliens, Steven! Aliens who invaded Earth! Greg said.What!? Steven said.
*even Lupin was in shock.*
All they do is try to make up for it. They just can't forgive themselves, you understand? Look, they were doing something awful to the planet and your mother couldn't stand it anymore. She told me that's why she had to turn on her own kind. She gave up everything just to stop what they started here and drive the invading Gems off of Earth. Greg said.
So sh-she saved the world, that's good! Steven said.
No such thing as a good war, kiddo. Gems were destroyed, people too... In the end, your mother could only save a handful of her closest friends. If it weren't for her shield, man, I don't know. Greg said.*looks at Steven's face*
B-but hey, let's look on the bright side! We're gonna drive past that waffle place in a couple miles! Greg said.
We gotta go back! Turn the van around! Steven said.
No way, the Gems don't want you going back! Greg said.
I know they're just trying to protect me, but I have to protect them! I have Mom's shield, they need me! Steven said.
I need you too! Greg said.
Please Dad, what if they get hurt? Dad, turn around! Dad! Steven said. Turn the van around, please! (Steven punches the panel in front of him. The airbags inflate and he is launched out of the van in his bubble. Greg stops the van and runs out after him.)[Even Lupin stopped the Mercedes SSK and run to check on Steven.]
Steven! Greg said.
Dad... Steven said.
Yo, Greg, are you and your kid okay? Fryman said to Greg.
Yeah, yeah! We're fine, we're fine. Greg said.
Ugh… Dad, please. I have to go back. I have to! They don't have my shield, do you understand? Steven said.
Yeah, okay. Just... be careful, or I'm gonna run fresh out of family. Greg said.
Stay with everyone and keep them safe. I'll figure out some way to get back to Beach City. Steven said. (Lion appears behind Steven and places a paw on his head.)[Lupin put his hand on Stevens shadler.]
Oh, this'll work! Steven said.[Steven riding Lion back] (Steven dials his phone.)(Once Steven hangs up, Lion teleports them to the beach in front of the Crystal Temple, where Opal has been called upon to try to attack the spaceship with her arrows and stands by Garnet.)
Fire! Garnet said.
(Opal fires a barrage of arrows at the ship to no effect.) (Steven dismounts Lion.)[ Lupin, Jigen and Goemon got out of the Mercedes SSK.]
Stay here! If something happens, Dad'll need a new son! Steven said.
All right, let's do it! Jigen said.
(Garnet and Opal watch as the ship increases speed in its descent.)
At least Steven and the others are safe… Garnet said.
Hey guys! Steven said.
Steven! Garnet said.(The surprise of seeing Steven at the beach causes Opal to separate into Pearl and Amethyst. The recoil forces them to the ground.)
You came back! Amethyst said.
*Lupin walked to Pearl and lifted her up.*
What are you all doing?! Pearl said.
We came back to help. Goemon said.
Get out of here! Garnet said.
But- Steven said.
It's too late! Just stay behind us! Garnet said.
(The ship lands.)
Ah… Steven said. (A ball appears from the palm of the hand. It opens, revealing Jasper, Peridot, and Lapis.)
That's them, alright. They're the ones who keep breaking my machines. Peridot said.
Oh carp, it's Peridot. Jigen said pointing at her.
Yeah...I know. Lupin said.
This is it? Jasper said. Jasper!
They keep interfering with my work! Peridot said to Jasper. Jasper *sighs and steps forward*
Who the heck is she? Goemon said.
I never seen her before. Lupin replied to Goemon.
Looks like another waste of my time... Hey, get over here! Jasper said to Lapis.
(She drags Lapis Lazuli out from behind her.) (Lapis breaks free from Jasper's grip and gasps at the sight of Steven and Lupin.)
Lapis! Steven and Lupin Both said.This is their base? Jasper said.
Yes… Lapis replied.
You need to leave immediately! Goemon said.
Yeah, step off! Amethyst said.
This is not a Gem-controlled planet! Pearl said. (The three jump onto the beach.)[Lupin got out his Walther P-38 and Jigen got out his M19.]
And neither of you saw Rose Quartz? Oh, what a shame. I'd hoped to meet her. I was looking forward to beating her into the ground! Jasper said.
Euegh... Steven said.
But this is all that's left of her army? Some lost, defective Pearl, a puny overcooked runt, and this shameless display? Jasper said.
*glances at Steven, Lupin, Jigen and Goemon.*
What is that? Jasper said.
(The three Crystal Gems bare their weapons in preparation, Lupin and Jigen aimed their guns at Jasper.]
It calls itself the Steven and the other with green jacket is called the Lupin. Peridot said.
They're just a human's! Their all not a threat at all! Their not one of them! Lapis said.
I know what a human is. You don't need me for this. Just blast them with the ship. Jasper said.
Ugh, fine. Peridot said.
(The ship lifts up, the pointer finger takes aim. Peridot draws a wide circle on her screen and taps the middle. It begins to charge power.)
Uh-oh! Lupin said.
Steven! Get out of here! Garnet said.
No! Steven said.
I won't let you risk your life! Garnet said.
But this is my home! And you're all my family! Steven said. (Steven's gemstone begins to shine.)
Firing. Peridot said. (A beam fires out of the ship.)
I- I'm a Crystal Gem too! Steven said.
(He jumps in front of them. Rose's shield forms, stopping the blast. Jasper turns around in shock.]
That shield! That symbol! Jasper said. (The shield falls, and Steven collapses.)
You! You have the power of Rose Quartz! Jasper said
Now do you believe I needed an escort? Peridot said.
Fire a barrage! Widespread! Jasper said.
(Peridot swipes a finger right across her monitor. Garnet pushes Steven out of the way. The ship cuts a line across the beach, causing an explosion with Pearl and Amethyst getting caught in it. The smoke clears, revealing Steven to be safe.)
Rose, why do you look like that? Jasper said
Why are you so weak? Don't hurt him! Lapis said.
You knew about this! Jasper said.
It wasn't relevant to the mission! Lapis said.
Forget about the mission! Jasper said.
What!? Peridot said.
Yellow Diamond needs to see this... thing.
Jasper said.Uh...Steven said.
(Garnet jumps at Jasper.)
Good. Jasper said. (Jasper summons her weapon and the two clash blows, creating a powerful draft that pushes back both Garnet and Steven.) Garnet *recovering from the knock back and running towards Jasper*
Steven, run! Garnet said.
Jasper *pulls out weapon* Priming Gem Destabilizer.
The heck is that thing? Jigen said. *dashes towards Garnet*
(Jasper hits Garnet with the destabilizer in the chest, destroying her physical form.)
Ah! Pearl and Amethyst said. (Garnet looks at Steven before disappearing and retreats to her gemstones. Two lay on the ground, one red, one blue.)
I was there, you know. At the first war for this garbage planet. Jasper said to Steven.
I fought against your armies. I respected your tactics. But this... ? Jasper said lifting Steven by his shirt.
This is sicks! Lupin said. (Pearl and Amethyst charge at Jasper.)
Unhand him! Pearl said. [Goemon run towards to Jasper, But Jasper punched him in face.]
GOEMON!?! Jigen and Amethyst both said.
[Lupin run toward Jasper and kick her chest and the face, and he pulled out his Walther-P38 in front of her face.]
will...what are you waiting for? Jasper said to Lupin. [he put away his Walther-P38 and turn away, But Jasper stab him with the Priming Gem Destabilizer.]
LUPIN!!! Pearl Yelled in horrified.
Even Lapis was in shock. But then small glowing was coming for Lupin's chest.
Peridot, go check on him. Jasper said to Peridot.
I don't get what you're planning, Rose. But look! Your base is taken. Your armies are ruined! You have failed! Jasper said. (Jasper headbutts Steven in the eye, knocking him out.) *Peridot walked towards Jasper*
well what is it? Jasper said to Peridot.
Well, there is no blood coming his chest. Peridot replied to Jasper.
What do mean? Jasper said to Peridot. He as a gem on his chest. Peridot replied to Jasper.
Good.. Jasper said with an evil smile.
To Be continued...
