AN: Short Chapter and some implication of s*x. Yeah, the harem is about to start forming.

Chapter 15

Stevonnie and Blue Diamond stood side by side, Blue being a bit more comfortable around the fusion. Still, it was a bit for a human and a Diamond to be able to fuse. No, a half gem half human. Blue now understood what Steven was, but still called him Pink. It would take some time before she called him Steven. "Alright everyone, today we're leaving Earth." Stevonnie said. "Now let's get on the ships and head out!" They'd prepared for this, and this was their final goodbye to their home planet. Humans and Gems boarded the ships as did the two Diamonds.

The ships proceeded to rise one by one, following Steven's ship out of the Earth's atmosphere until they were off the planet completely. "Do you think we'll ever go back?" Stevonnie asked.

"Maybe, one day, but these humans probably won't ever see their planet again." Rose said. "Should we tell them?"

"No." the fusion said. "Not yet, maybe not ever."

"They can't be serious!" Steven exclaimed in disbelief.

"2,241,166…that's more than enough to wipe out civilization." Connie stated. "I never thought that the world would end like this."

"The entire Earth is going to be covered in a nuclear winter." Pearl stated. "I never imagined that humans would really do this to each other."

It almost made the two kids ashamed to be human, or partially human in Steven's case. "I wonder, is it possible they managed to get their hands on gem technology and weaponize it even more?" Stevonnie bit their nails. The fusion sighed, none of it mastered now anyway because it wouldn't happen again. They stared at the humans. "They can't go to the Zoo because of the foreign germs and bacteria that they carry, the humans there, their immune systems won't be able to adapt fast enough and they likely die." A simple cold might kill them, and stars knowns if any of the Earth born humans were sick. "They can't stay on Jupiter so I'll have another home made for them, colonize a planet just for them…Mars will have to do." They said. "I'll have a separate team figure out a way to sustain life there."

"What if Yellow or White object, they—"

"They are gems of my court therefore they belong to me, what I use them for does not concern the other Diamonds; I will use them as I please." Stevonnie said cutting Rose off. "Sorry, I'm just a bit frustrated and tired is all." They said. 'We…I didn't mean that stuff, I just want to help, and none of this is going to be easy.' Stevonnie was going to be around for a good while.

2 Weeks Later – Jupiter – Control Building

"Please make sure that you've made significant progress before sending in reports." Steven said. "The humans here don't have time to wait." The call ended, and Steven leaned back.

"I don't think that I ever had this much responsibility." Rose said. "What you're doing is amazing, preserving humanity, it makes me proud to see that you truly value the lives of organic beings." Steven froze upon hearing his mother's words. She was genuinely proud of him.

"Honestly, I never thought that I would hear that from you because I never thought that I'd actually, you know, meet you ever." Steven said. "But, hearing that now makes me happy, really happy." He smiled. "Still, I hope that nothing else complicated comes up." He leaned back and let out a sigh.

"Steven, be honest with me, do you enjoy being a Diamond?"

"Well, sometimes it's really strenuous and kind of boring, but other times it can be really fun; especially when I see my gems smile when they're genuinely happy." He said. "I know each and every member of my court by name, face, and personality; no two are the same." He explained. Only Steven was so caring and considerate. "They are my precious gems after all." He smiled. "Oh, how are the huma—people from Earth doing?" he had avoided going to them as to avoid feeling more sad about losing his birth planet.

"Depressed, but they're adjusting to their current accommodations for the time being." She said. "However, they want to know if there's any chance of finding a new planet to live on; one that's suitable for human life specifically." They were growing impatient, but the search was still going on. Considering how good the Diamonds were when it came to colonizing planets and getting rid of the natives of said planet, and basically wiping out entire species so the chances were low.

"There's a planet out there that's perfect and it will be found." He said with determination. Despite his tone, he was scared of what would happen if they failed to find a planet. Humanity was going to have a hard time surviving. 'I hope.'

1 Week Later – Jupiter – Control Building

"I don't see how finding them a planet to live on is a waste my resources." Steven said. He was in his Diamond form for this 3 way call. "My colony is still going strong and I'm not neglecting my duties as a Diamond, so tell me how this is a waste." He couldn't back down; especially not to Yellow.

"Why won't you simply put them in the Zoo, that's why we made it for you." Blue said. "An entire planet is just…" she couldn't find the words.

"A waste of time." Yellow said voicing her thoughts. "Besides, they destroyed their own planet with their self destructive nature; what's to say they won't do it again?"

"They don't have the technology to harm an entire planet." Steven said. "And they won't have that kind of technology ever again; I just want them out of the way so that I can focus on my duties as a Diamond." He said. "So calm down and let me work, also the next ball is simply for the sake of my court so that I can address them personally so don't force yourself to attend." In other words, he would rather that Yellow not attend, and she got the message loud and clear.

"Fine." She hung up.

"You two are still mad at each other?"

"She questions my every decision and is very mean about it even though I'm trying my best here." Steven groaned. "It's like she disapproves of my very existence."

"Oh, Yellow doesn't feel that way, she just isn't used to you being so responsible, respectful, wise, successful…" she trailed off. "Your mother wasn't exactly the best Diamond, and since you've taken her place it's still difficult for Yellow to fully accept that Era 3 is actually going well."

"Well, at least White has accepted me, I think." He wasn't sure if she was 100% with him. "Hey, how does White know everything that I've done despite not being there?"

"Well, White was the first gem so she has a special and very deep connection to all other gems including us Diamonds, she is the strongest gem and has wiped our more sentient life that Yellow." Steven paled. "But, that was when she was very young and getting used to having all of that power at her disposal; now she simply manages from Homeworld." Basically she no longer got her hands dirty. "Anyway, I must go calm Yellow down before she shatters any of her gems; goodbye." She smiled before hanging up. Steven slumped, to be honest the ball was the one thing he was really looking forward to; plus he kind of missed Homeworld.

4 Cycles Later – Homeworld – Pink Palace – Throne Room

"I'm really sorry because I know singing is your thing, but we're trying to do something different for the ball; you know since the other Diamonds aren't going to be here." Steven said. "Are you alright?"

"Do not worry my Diamond, if you have no need of my voice then it's perfectly fine." She said. "It's nice to finally have a break." She smiled.

"Oh, you sing even there isn't a ball going on?"

"I practice a lot."

This was going to be different, Steven's phone was hooked up into a large speaker. Party music would attract the wrong attention so it was a good thing Steven had appropriate music. The half-gem was being cautious and was coming in, in his Diamond form, but there was going to be a rather interesting development later on. Now he was waiting to make his entrance. 'Alright, Pearl, I'm ready.'

"Now introducing…" the massive door opened and he entered with confidence. "The illuminating, radiant, and beautiful Pink Diamond also called Steven Universe!" the diamond waved to his gems with a smile that reminded him of White Diamond. Needless to say, he looked incredible, so much so that a couple gems were actually blushing, and he swore that a few had just fainted. Standing to the left of his throne was Connie, she was wearing her dress and had her new sword on her. Next to her was Rose who'd quickly taken a picture of her son; she was so proud of how amazing her looked.

To the right of the throne was Pearl, Garnet who decided to attend, and Spinel who was glad to be in another ball after so long. Steven sat down with his head held high, Pearl snapped her fingers and the music started. The dancing began and though the difference in music was a surprise, it was a nice change. One by one his gems came to greet him. His guard which consisted of Rose quartz soldiers, jaspers, and amethyst. Even Jasper was there despite her appearance.

Peridot and Lapis had come in side by side. Oddly enough, the two had never been to a ball. "This is interesting." Lapis muttered.

"I can't believe I'm actually attending a ball!" Peridot was extremely excited. "You look very…intelligent, my Diamond." Steven chuckled.

"Thank you, Peridot." That was an unexpected compliment, and it wasn't something he'd heard often. The two went to join the sidelines which put the right next to Aquamarine who had a prideful look on her face; however she was tame compared to the gem who was coming forward. Pyrope, she was as tall as Garnet. The gem had pink skin and a crimson hairstyle resembling an afro, and white eyebrows. She wears a crimson dress with white shoulder pads and poofy sleeves that opened in the lower half showing white boots with rose accents and dark fuchsia pantaloons. Her rectangular-faceted gem is located in her midsection.

Pyrope had that fancy pride going on, a typical Homeworld gem attitude, but she got things done. "My luminescent Diamond, your radiance shines bright like a star this day." That was flattery that actually caught Steven off guard, she really knew what to say.

"Why thank you, Pyrope, it's nice to see that you could attend." He said.

"I will always answer your call, my Diamond!" she bowed before going to join the dancing, she was in on the surprise that would take place. The sapphires came next, there were 6 of them now. Then the cog-like gems.

"Connie." Steven shrunk down before getting in front of her. "May I request a dance?" The girl smiled and took his hand.

"I'll always say yes." With that they joined the dance, maneuvering into the center with the other gems dancing around them in perfect unison. It was harmony at it's best and it was beautiful. "I kind of wish that I was taller." She whispered.

"It'd be easier if I was in my normal form, but…"

"It's fine, this is actually really romantic." Steven blushed. "Let's get the dress right this time." It was time. Their pace quickened and then Stevonnie came into existence. They were wearing a strapless dress version of Pink's attire.

'Twirl one, two, three, and…' their movements were smooth and graceful; perfect even. 'Stop and shine!' And shine they did, so much so that they completely forgot about the obvious fusion. Pyrope walked forward and bowed. "Dance with me." Pyrope took the fusion's hand and in that moment the dancing continued once more. They'd rehearsed for hours and they weren't going to mess this up.

"Show them your best side."

Stevonnie silently thanked Blue Diamond. Each movement mesmerized those who had yet to join in, they couldn't wait to dance so close to their precious and perfect Diamond. "This is it, this is perfection." Pyrope whispered. "Now, they know it."

"I'm trying to inspire them to be better than they are." Stevonnie said.

"Of course, and it's…my Diamond."

"Hm?"

"Your right hand is squeezing something." She said. "But I don't mind." They quickly moved their hand back to the older gem's waist.

"Sorry."

"No need for apologies, I am your Pyrope after all." She said. "I live to please you, my Diamond." She smiled.

'Ok, it's good to see she's so loyal; hopefully she isn't secretly mad about it.' Stevonnie was still made of two children who obviously didn't catch onto what Pyrope was insinuating. Learning about the organic creatures called humans had been a priority if she wanted to gain favor with Pink Diamond. Apparently humans had certain parts that could allow for immense happiness when stimulated. A few minutes before Pyrope switched with Pearl.

"Stevonnie, do you like Pyrope?" she asked.

"I guess, Steven and Connie don't dislike her or anything; I'm undecided." They said. "Why?"

"Nothing, it's just nothing." She said. 'Pyrope wouldn't develop those kind of feelings for Steven or Stevonnie, right?' it was a disturbing thought to say the least.

Chapter 15 End