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Emerald motioned for Pearl to get on his back. She did so indifferently, and they took off leaving Garnet behind.

Garnet: What was that all about? [She shrugged and began walking home.]

Pearl: [They were going at an incredible speed, insuring they'd be home in a matter of minutes.] So why are we going so fast?

Emerald: Because I have a bad feeling about him being alone with Steven. *silence* And the purple one to. She's important to the kid, so.. Yeah.

Pearl: Ryokki, I think you can calm down. If Garnet thought he was a threat then she would have said so.

Emerald: Well the last time I check- Hi Greg! Bye Greg! [Greg Universe turned away from the car he was washing when he heard the noise. When he didn't see anything he shrugged and went back to washing.] Checked she doesn't have any other tone to her voice! Seriously though, what's up with that?

Pearl: ... I'm beginning to think you have a problem with-

Emerald: We're here! [He hopped up the steps in one bound and busted through the door.] Onyx! [A large dark grey bald man is seen juggling Steven, Amethyst, and a chair. The large man holds Amethyst and Steven in his hands and lets the chair crash on the floor. Emerald summoned two swords and fell into an offensive posture.] If you hurt Steven I will rip your gem off your body and beat you to death with it!

Onyx: *hysteric laughter* [He spoke with great bravado in his voice. Much like a wrestler.] Why would Onyx hurt this little guy? Onyx loves this little dude! Onyx also loves this awesome chick! You have no worries Emerald the Green gem!

Steven: *laugh* It's okay Emerald. He's a good guy.

Amethyst: Yeah! He's totally awesome! Juggle us some more. [Onyx laughs as he does just that. Steven laughs as he's being thrown in the air and caught.] *cackling* What'd I tell ya?

Emerald: Uh.. [He evaporates his weapons.] O-kay then.. Oh yeah, Garnet said you wanted to talk to me.

Onyx: That Onyx does little man! [He puts down the two goofs much to their dismay.] May you and Onyx speak in private?

Emerald: Are you going to keep speaking in the third person? [Onyx nods his head.] Okay then, I guess. Any chance you'll tell me what you want ahead of ti-

Onyx: Onyx needs to speak, noow! [He flexed his arms for effect. He also takes Emerald by the arm and leads him outside. They both jump onto the beach and began talking.] Now then Emerald! Steven the human gem tells me you have lost your memory! Is this true?

Emerald: 1-Inside voices. Even when we're outside. Tw-

Onyx: ANSWER THE QUESTION ONYX ASKED YOU!

Emerald: Now I'm deaf! *groan* 2-Yes. 20 Years ago to be precise. What business is it to you to you stranger?

Onyx: [He seemed genuinely surprised when he said that.] Did you just call Onyx, a stranger? Was the fight so brutal that day? Well? Answer me dammit!

Emerald: Uh.. We fought a few days ago, and you didn't hit me in the head. I have no idea what you're on about here mate. Unless..

Onyx: This cannot be! The great and mighty blade of the wind! His great intellect stifled by such a heavy loss!

Emerald: What? Are you saying that you knew me?

Onyx: Yes! You and Onyx did know one another! You had saved Onyx on many an occasion! You were Onyx's master and mentor! Onyx was never able to defeat you! Even in my twisted form, and without your memory!

Emerald: I- I had help.. What can you tell me? What can you reveal about me? About where I came from? What can you tell me about my past?

Onyx: Onyx needs time to find the proper words.. Onyx apologizes b- friend.

Emerald: [His eyes showed disappointment.] Is our past that bad?

Onyx: It is one of betrayal and hurt! That day.. That days actions must have taken your memories!

Emerald: *sigh* I see. If it really hurts you, then I understand your choice to say nothing. But what CAN you tell me?

Onyx: [He looked down. A pondering face adopted on his face.] There were four of us. You, Onyx, Diamond, and.. And Ruby. You were our leader for a century, and Ruby.. She betrayed us. That is all you need to know. I-I'm sorry, but I must go. [He hoped back up to the beach house and shouted. Emerald could hear cheerful screams.]

Emerald: [He simply stood there processing the information he was given.] (So.. I was a leader for 100 years. That may explain a few things.) But what could be so horrible that it would erase my memories? (Who is this Ruby? Was she the key to my memories?)

Emerald sat cross-legged in the sand for a time. The world came back to him when Garnet placed her hand on his shoulder.

Garnet: I said are you okay?

Emerald: Huh? Yeah, just thinking about what Onyx told me. He went back inside.

Garnet left him to his thoughts and climbed the steps to her home. When she entered, she saw Steven and Amethyst in battle positions, and Pearl holding two pillows against her head.

Onyx: C'mon you wimps! Hit mmeeee!

Steven + Amethyst: *battle cry*

Onyx: *animalistic howl*

Steven and Amethyst both ran at him. Throwing anything they could at attack him. Dishes, chairs, some fruit, whatever they could get their hands on. Onyx chastised them for not feeling their attacks. Steven began chewing on Onyx's leg as Amethyst lashed at him with her whip. Onyx only yelled loudly, and Garnet motioned Pearl to leave them, figuring Onyx was just being a muscle headed goof boasting how tough he was. Not one of them thought that he was looking for a way to forget.

Onyx: [He fought back tears as he yelled.] IS THAT ALL YOU MAGGOTS GOT!? ONYX HAS HAD MORE PAIN WITHOUT FIGHTING! GIVE ONYX EVERYTHING YOU GOOOOOTT!

After much deafening yelling, and both Amethyst and Steven giving all they had, they both eventually tired and fell. Both of them panting and idolizing Onyx for his endurance as Onyx yelled in self praise. But Onyx felt empty. Long ago he would have reveled in his victory of strength, before he lost his own sense of self so long ago.

Onyx: *whoo* That was fun! You guys are fun!

Steven: Us? [He got up with a sparkle in his eyes.] What about you? You're aweome!

Amethyst: Yeah! You know how to party!

Onyx: [He puffed out his chest taking the praise to heart.] *hearty laugh* Yes, Onyx is a fabtasic specimen! [He kisses his muscles and flexes them for emphasis.] Now how about we take this show on the road!? See the town and show these people perfection! Ho-yeah! [Steven and Amethyst both lit up and gawked around him.] (Yeah.. I'm awesome! I can't forget that! No matter how many I hurt. Or no matter who hurts me..)

When Garnet and Pearl had left, Emerald saw them and asked where they were headed. They said they were going to do some shopping. Emerald knew some places and tagged along. Not far behind, the trio of goofs headed to town. They had been pestering any citizen they could find. Onyx would sometimes grab random people and juggle them. Most were not as entertained as others.

Lars: Put me down!

Sadie: I think I'm going to be sick!

Random woman: *cheers*

Chunk Trunk: *groan*

Random man: You'll hear from my lawyer!

Steven: *laugh* Okay Onyx, that's enough. You can put them down now.

Amethyst: *sigh* He's got a point Big O. Besides, I think that guys is gonna puke.

Onyx: *hearty laugh* Alright then. [He set them all down. Lars was ready to punch him in the face, but Sadie stopped him before he could get in trouble and they walked off. Random man kept Chunk Trunk upright as he threatened to sue him so hard that his children would feel it. The woman simply laughed.]

Random woman: Well, that was fun. *laugh* [She traced her finger down his chin. She then placed a piece of paper on his chest and wrote down a number.] If you ever want a fun time, call me. [She left with a kick in her step. Onyx gave a questioning look.]

After that they continued on through the town. As they all laughed and played, Onyx began to understand why Emerald was so protective. Amethyst could defend herself fine, though Steven was new to his powers. But even then, the boy had an energy to him that reminded Onyx of himself, so many years ago. But Steven reminded him of more than just himself. As they all laughed and played, Onyx was brought back to when his life was best. It was getting dark, and they decided to set up a fire and tell stories.

Onyx: So then, Diamond asks me, 'Hey you okay?!' And then I say, 'Yeah! Why are you screaming?!' Then he said, 'Are you kidding me? Look at your leg!' And then I realize the wolf is on my leg, and I flick it off.

Amethyst: *laugh* You're so cool Onyx. How long you gonna be on the island?

Onyx: Dunno. Onyx really wants a rematch against Emerald. But enough about how awesome Onyx is! I wanna hear about you guys' adventures! Assuming the short guy has any to tell. [His attempts to bait Steven worked perfectly. He began telling stories about his adventures with the gems, and even the few he had on his own. Onyx found himself sucked in by the little guys charisma. Then Steven told him the experience of when he was kidnapped.] So this Janet Yun had some goons attack your home and kidnapped you? [Steven nodded his head.] Hm.. This woman sounds like a threat to your safety!

Amethyst: Yeah she was, but as the kid said, me an Garnet fused and chased her off. *cocky laugh* She won't be coming after Steven anymore. [She folded her arms and adopted a large smile.]

Onyx: For now. [Steven and Amethyst both looked at him.] Onyx knows people like this. Chances are, she's preparing an attack as we speak. Onyx has to go look for her and stop her himself, so you won't get hurt little man.

Steven: What? But we don't even have any leads on her! How're you going to find her?

Onyx: *chuckle* Onyx has his ways kiddo. The point is Onyx must go.

Amethyst: Why!?

Onyx: Because the four of you need to watch over Steven. You're a cool kid Steve, and Onyx knows that you will be a great man someday. Just not if these creeps get their hands on you. [Steven and Amethyst both clasped his leg pleading him not to go.] Fear not friends. Onyx shall return before long, even if Onyx doesn't have Ms. Yun with him. [He reached down and hugged them both.] Besides, Onyx needs to find himself after being a monster for 20 years.

Emerald: Yo! [Onyx turned to see Emerald walking up to them.] It's a half hour 'til midnight and we've been looking for an hour. Where've you guys been? [He gave a puzzling look when he saw Steven begin to tear up.] You guys okay?

Steven: Onyx is leaving.. *sniff*

Emerald: O-kay then.. Why?

Onyx: To find the people who tried to kidnap Steven, Onyx's friend. [Amethyst gave a sad look and Emerald was taken aback by the seriousness in his voice.] Onyx must also find himself. [He walked over to Emerald until they looked each other in the face.] Good bye my brother. [He hugged Emerald tightly, and then let go.] Onyx hopes you find what you need. Onyx also hopes that things work out with you and Pearl. From what Onyx hears, you make her really happy.

Emerald didn't have time to react when Onyx leapt away.

Amethyst: Come back soon bro! You're really awesome!

Emerald: Huh.. Weird. Anyway, c'mon guys. Pearl is freaking out.

Well that was interesting. Well, been writing this for two weeks. Time to find a place to post it before I forget about it. :) Also, I had no idea about the kinds of rules needed for . Pretty sure this is okay for a t rating but still, if it isn't, let me know and I'll change it if necessary.