Day 1

Oh my god, a huge bomb just went off in town! It was big enough to cover the whole city. I managed to bubble the gems but I have no idea how the other townsfolk are, not to mention Bismuth, Lapis, Peridot and Dad.. I really hope they're safe.

Luckily we found shelter in Garnet's room, but there's almost nothing in here for a human boy. Garnet said she'd go out tomorrow to check it out but Pearl says that the radiation from the bomb could still be prevalent. I have no idea what to do..

Day 2

Last night I slept in the gems protective arms when suddenly I felt the need to go to the bathroom. I thought it would be awkward but luckily there is a bucket down here for some reason. That's not my main problem, it's this itch in the back of my throat that keeps telling me I need water. I'm pretty hungry too but it pales in comparison to my thirst. I asked Garnet if she could get some water and maybe a slice of pizza and she smiled at me and said yes, so I'm pretty excited for that.

Though she hasn't come back yet and we have no idea how long she'll be. I'll keep you posted!

Day 3

I was super thirsty today. I basically only slept and licked the air, according to Amethyst who held me all day. Garnet still isn't back but we have hope! I miss my Dad, Peridot and Connie.. I hope you guys come back soon.

Day 4

Pearl and Amethyst got into one of their old arguments again, I guess the confined spaces do that to a gem. I finally received some fluids today in the form of.. Ugh, sweat from the heat trickling down my forehead.

I NEED WATER. I think the other two are really scared, too. Please make this end.

Day 5

GARNET'S BACK! With food and water and hugs! We hugged her for an hour.. I think I'm not entirely sure. Either way, I drank like three water bottles today and I felt great, though the gems kept trying to talk to me and I couldn't really hear them. I was too busy eating pizza and drinking. What a great day, now all we need are the other gems. Goodnight, diary.

Day 6

Today I figured out what the gems wanted to tell me. I'm not sure if I want to talk about it but here ya go. Dad is dead, the other gems are nowhere to be found, Connie was luckily out of state and everything is still radiated. I can't believe it. I cried for a while, with Garnet holding me tight. Luckily, she was able to find a mask from Funland so Pearl, Amethyst and I could go out, too. She deserves a break, we all do. Rest in peace, Dad, I love you.

Day 7

Still recovering from the shock of yesterday, I barely ate my food, but it was okay. We're running a bit low and Amethyst wants to do the next expedition but Garnet fears that it's for altier motives, Pearl downright believes it. I just want Connie and the gems here. I just want her to kiss me and fuse with me again so I don't feel so alone..

Anyways, Pearl's doing the next expedition thanks to Garnet and I'm staying here for a while. I don't know how to feel..

Day 8

Nobody went out today because we were all too busy having fun. Yeah, crazy right? Pearl started digging stuff out of her gem and found a pack of cards, a golf club, her phone and dice. There was a lot more but everyone seemed happier, except for.. Amethyst. There's something on her mind and she doesn't want to tell. Her hair went back down and that certainly scared Pearl. I'll ask her about it tomorrow.

Day 9

We ran out of food but luckily Pearl went out today with the mask. She doesn't like it but it keeps her safe. I talked to Amethyst and here's how the conversation went:

Me: "Hey, Amethyst, what's up? You haven't been your usual whacky self lately, that's supposed to be my job hehe."

Her: "Yeah, no shit, nobody is. Our friends are dead."

Me: "Hey, you don't know that! Maybe others have shelters too-"

Her: "In Beach City? Very funny, Steven."

Me: "...I'm sorry. I miss them too. Is there anything I can do to help you?"

Her: "I'll think about it. Thanks, dude."

I think it went well! Other than that, nothing out of the ordinary, though Garnet was quieter than usual.. I should ask her about it. Until then, night diary.

Day 10

Pearls back. She brought a ton of water, food, and a new bucket, as well as… An 'example'

She brought Onion back but.. It wasn't Onion anymore. A deranged kid swung wildly at me, though he was handcuffed thanks to Pearl. His skin was even paler than usual, his eyes were yellow, his hair was gone.. Pearl said this is what happens if humans go outside after the explosion.

I tried healing him, but Pearl smacked my hand away and shook her head, telling me that would make it worse. I don't believe her, she's crazy if she doesn't even want to try! I'm gonna heal him tonight, and everything will be okay..

Day 11

Horrible idea. Awful, horrific idea. I healed Onion, and it seemed like it worked. He was trying to talk to me in the same giberish as usual, but I couldn't understand him! It was apparent he was in shock and maybe even pain? Either way, the commotion awoke the gems who immediatly held me back as he turned back into the crazy Onion in a slow, disgusting way. It was just like corruption and it wasn't long before I noticed a mark on Garnet's hand that resembled the infamous disease that killed the Crystal Gems.

She was corrupted, slowly but surely. We all had a long talk about how this all worked and what would happen next, I'll give you the rundown.

Apparently, the bomb was an old Diamond weapon that corrupts organic and gem life. It was supposed to be used as a backup in case the cluster didn't work. It also destroyed most buildings like most nuclear weapons, and upon exploding it releases a toxin that corrupts the minds and bodies of the individual. The only question I have is why? Who could have done this?

The gems forgive me, that's good. Still very worried about Garnet.

Day 12

Last night I um.. Woke up to find Amethyst on top of me. She shushed me and told me this was the thing I could do to help her. I don't think it felt bad but it did feel REALLY wrong. Garnet and Pearl were apparently on expedition for supplies which they had been doing behind my back. I love Amethyst, but how the heck am I supposed to put what I felt into words? We haven't spoken since.

Garnet and Pearl came back with the beta version of the Diamond bath water but without an actual source of water there's nothing we can do. I told them I'd be fine with just giving up my water, but they didn't listen. Please don't die Garnet.

Day 13

Amethyst left. She left a note saying she'd be back, but she took the mask so we can't go out with her since Pearl broke the other one on her last expedition. I feel sick.

Garnet defused today, I guess she couldn't handle the pain. Now it's Ruby and Sapphire. They look so sick, they've been holding each other all day, barely talking and just cuddling. I almost cried watching them, meanwhile Pearl did cry, like a lot. It's so depressing in here, we need something to lighten the mood.. I'll give an update when I figure out that something.

Day 14

I figured it out! I handed out some of my journal paper and asked everyone to write some songs. They came up with a lot of good stuff and I even played my ukulele that Pearl managed to save. Ruby and Sapphire actually smiled today too! It was really warm that day. I just wish Amethyst was here, even if what she did was.. I forgive her.

Day 15

Today was kind of boring honestly. Everything was the same but Amethyst was still gone. Pearl actually made me lunch though, so that was nice. I also haven't really noticed how bad I smelled until she told me, so, I took a shower using a water bottle. I also noticed a little beard growing from my reflection in the lava pool.

Overall, an okay day. But we can all tell that Ruby and Sapphire are getting worse..

Day 16

I miss Connie, like a lot. Seeing Ruby and Sapphire cuddling and kissing pretty much every minute is really making me want her. Pearl is a great cuddle partner, however.

If you ever read this, Connie, I love you. I know we never really got to be a thing, but I really wish we could have been. I miss Dad, too. He had really warm hugs.

Pearl knows something I don't, and she's been holding back tears all day. I'm kind of concerned, and we've actually run out of water. If Amethyst doesn't come back soon, I'm going out looking for her, her and more supplies. Who's gonna stop me, Pearl?

I'll update you if anything important happens tomorrow, night diary.

Day 17

She still isn't back. I'm actually outside right now. Allow me to explain.

Sapphire got worse and our attention has been solely on her. Ruby is bad but at least she can still see.. Sapphire's eye is just a lump now, and she can barely speak. I tried to help by healing her but Ruby pushed Pearl and I away. You can guess what happened next.

The two were poofed and bubbled by Pearl who is probably still a sobbing mess at the temple. I feel bad, but I left her to find not only Amethyst, but food and water. Luckily there's plenty of food in the house left, so that's covered, but I'll have to go to the boardwalk to find water.

You might be wondering how I'm still not corrupted, and the answer is my bubble! It protects me, and if I need to grab something, I can just cover my face so I don't breath in the fumes.

I walked around town and it looks nothing like the old Beach City. Everything is destroyed, and corrupted humans walk the town. The only people who I know for a fact weren't corrupted were Sadie and the Suspects, Lars and that's about it. It really hurt to see my friends fumbling around like zombies. But I guess there's nothing I can do but cry.. Which I did a lot.

In fact, I'm crying as I write this. I might just sleep out here. I'm so tired and hungry and thirsty but yeah. I give up for today.

Day 18

I slept for a full day, but I have good news too! Amethyst found me! She still had the mask on too, and a ton of food and water in her pockets. I almost kissed her I was so happy, until I realized I was still bubbled. She apologized for the whole topping incident but I ignored it and just filled her in on what had happened.

She told me some bad news too, though. Apparently she had to kill Vidaliya after looking for her as well as Yellowtail. Poor Sour Cream…

She also buried my Dad which was really sweet. Little Homeworld was also destroyed however she couldn't find Lapis, Bismuth or Peridot. I hope they're safe. Unfortunately, a ton of other gems were corrupted once again. We made it home, but what we found broke our hearts.

Pearl was poofed. I'll update when we figure out a solution.

Day 19

Pearl is back. It was actually really nice, the two hugged for like a good two minutes while crying (We do that a lot). Then we all just kinda laid together for the entire day. Pearl still has me clenched under her arm, but there's something about Amethyst that is making me feel uncomftorable.

Other than lot's of eating, cuddling and drinking, we haven't really done much. Tomorrow we all plan on going out in my bubble to find out about the bomb and maybe even discover who dropped it.

Day 20

We found nothing, unfortunately but that's not what I'm here to write about. What really urks me was Amethyst and Pearl. Pearl has barely been talking since she altered herself and come to think of it it only took her about a day to come back. Huh, odd..

Also, I'm not sure how much Amethyst meant that apology. I caught her staring at me several times, specifically at my lower regions.. Should I bring it up? Nah, it's probably fine.

We also tried checking the Diamond communication base on the house, but it was destroyed. Damnit. Speaking of communication, my phone still has battery since I haven't used it since day one. However, I haven't been able to call or text anyone because I don't have any bars.

Gonna sleep now, but I might have to be careful of Amethyst and definitely of Pearl. Both of which are lying down but still it makes me nervous. Night, diary.

Day 21

A knock on the door startled all of us from sleep, and it was actually something we all had been trying to decide on the options for. We could either save the life of someone or be murdered by a corruption. Or the secret third option, let someone die.

After a half an hour, I opened the door, shield ready. What I saw was pretty scarring..

It was Ronaldo. We had waited too long to open the door and let my friend be corrupted. The second he got up to attack, Pearl lodged her spear into his forehead and killed him! It was terrifiying..

We shut the door and I cried all night. Amethyst tried coddling me but Pearl seemed empty. She simply went back into her seating position and stayed like that for the rest of the day.

After dinner, I took a nap and had a dream. I felt the warm, soft hands of who I thought was Connie against my stomach and thighs. I hadn't dreamed in a while actually, but this was a much welcome change of pace. Soon enough I felt her slip her hands into my jeans and touch my unmentionables.. It felt really nice, eerily nice. As if it weren't a dream at all. As if no one was dead and we were alone in my room.

However this feeling didn't last. When I opened my eyes, I realized a purple tint covered Connie's skin instead of the beautiful brown. Needless to say, it was Amethyst.

Day 22

I am so sick of this. I stayed in my bubble all day, protecting myself away from Amethyst, the gem who I thought was family. She was screaming at me literally all day while I ducked my head against my shoulders and cried. I'm so pathetic, why can't I stop crying? Pearl did nothing but watch, she looked scared, alone, but most of all angry. I don't even know how you can look like that.

I didn't do much, barely even ate. But the worst part came at the end of the day.

My bubble was ready to crack from Amethyst banging on it, and I had mentally prepaired myself for this moment, but before it could I heard a swish sound and the banging stopped. I opened my wet eyes and noticed Amethysts gem in Pearl's hand. She asked me to come out and talk to her, but all I did was cry into her chest. Why, Amethyst? Why?

Day 23

We bubbled Amethyst, at least for now. After telling Pearl what she had done, she wouldn't let me talk to her, not until she could think fully about what she's done. I feel sicker than last time. Pearl also left to go find more supplies, but in all honesty I really wanted to go too. All I could do was watch Amethyst, Ruby and Sapphires gems dangle in the air in an encased bubble.

I actually did eat today though, a lot actually. My gem also glowed a bright pink which of course doesn't happen very often anymore. I may have opened Mom's room but I don't really care. Just more manipulation. I hope Pearl comes back soon.

Day 24

Pearl came back and with news! Apparently, she found paw tracks leading somewhere that could belong to Lion. We're on the road now, however on foot. Unfortunately, the Dondai was also destroyed in the explosion. I brought Amethyst, Ruby and Sapphire with us because they don't deserve to be desserted here. Besides, I need to talk to Amethyst eventually.

I can't believe it, if my buddy is alive I am going to crush him in a hug, then we can check on Lars, and the Off Colors and Sadie, and Connie! I'll update you if we find anything.

Day 25

We did it, we found him! It took us a full day and a lot of food, but we did it. You better believe I destroyed him in a hugging match, though he beat me in kisses. Pearl actually smiled which was a very welcome change. It also appears that Lion doesn't get corrupted since he already died before.

The first thing we did was head over to Connie, who was currently in her dorm room. She tried to get a hold of us, and the government has been trying to decide what happened but no concrete answer yet. We actually shared our first lip kiss which felt way better than what Amethyst did.

Next, I went to Lars. He was actually out of town with Sadie Killer and the Suspects in Empire City. They were really panicked and unfortunately I had to deliver the bad news to everyone. Lot's of crying, but still a happy reunion in my book.

Finally, we decided to release Amethyst at Connie's place and give Lion a well deserved rest. She explained how she was apparently in lust with me since she had no other way of venting her frustration.. Ugh. I guess it isn't her fault, but I told her to never do it again and she agreed, though she also looked vastly different, now with gray hair instead of white and her skin was a paler purple.

Tomorrow, we're going to the Diamonds. Pearl, Connie and I are getting to the bottom of this. Amethyst is staying home.

Day 26

Lion was barely able to get us to Homeworld, but we made it. I called Lars and asked him if he'd be up to picking us up, and he agreed. We were good to go.

We got to the Diamonds and found them gathered around Spinel, who was doing tricks for them and making them laugh. Too bad we couldn't all be here when the bomb dropped..

I asked them about it and to my shock they revealed they did it. You could only imagine how I felt when those murderers told me this. I clenched my fist and asked why, to which White said, "Sorry, Steven, but we don't need you or Earth anymore." Pearl and Connie went quiet while I stepped up and tried to ask why again, only to be punched square in the jaw by Spinel.

"Oops! Did I hit you? Sorry, Steven, they don't need you anymore, and neither do I!" Was what I heard come out of Spinel as she pummeled me with her feet, kicking me around until Pearl managed to poof her. In horror, I watched Pearl be shattered by Blue with a single beam. Yellow then grabbed Connie and I and glared at us, getting up from her chair before putting us back in solitude at the tower.

I'm so pissed that I can barely hold the pencil in my hand, and I think my skin is growing pink. I'll update tomorrow, we have to escape.

Day 27

I.. I killed so many gems. I turned pink and then as soon as the door opened and Connie was awake, I murdered the Yellow Pearl who came in. Shattered on the spot. Connie was speechless and so was I. I killed Blue Pearl, and the Homeworld Rubies, and when I finally got to the Diamonds, I made the ceiling shake with my anger. They tried to stop me, but now I'm lying in a pile of their shards. What have I done?

Day 28

I awoke in Lars' ship with the Off Colors, Amethyst and Connie. It's actually been way more than a day since last time apparently. I was out for a whole week. Beach City is still infected, but the Off Colors have been working on a way to end it. I think this is the end now. My head hurts, I feel sick, not even Connie makes me feel better, knowing what she's seen. And you know what? We could have had a cure if I hadn't killed everyone. I don't even know how I killed everyone!

I'm sorry. Please leave my mind.

Day 29

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Day 30

Where did everyone go..? Why am I covered in so much blood? Please no, don't tell me I… Why?

((Hey guys! Hope you enjoyed this edgier story, I thought I'd take a little break from Rose Edition to pop it out. Please review and tell me if it was worth the read!))