Chapter 65: Bismuth Casual

After finding out that Bismuth has a crush on Pearl, Steven and Connie decided to help her out.

Steven: Alright let's start planning. How are we going to get Pearl to love Bismuth?

Connie: Well, maybe try and talk to her first. Just ask how her day is going and maybe ask if there is anything different about her you like.

Bismuth: Okay I-I can do that. Just have a talk with her.

Connie: Oh here she comes now.

They noticed the temple door opening and Pearl coming out of her room.

Steven: Now's your chance go talk to her.

Bismuth: Okay ( takes deep breath) you can do this. Hey Pear...AAHH!

Bismuth wasn't paying attention and walks off the edge of Steven's room falling on and breaking the coffee table.

Pearl: Oh my! Bismuth are you alright?

Bismuth: Urgh...yeah I'm fine really. I just...tripped.

Pearl: This is not safe. Remind me to put a fence on there. I don't want Steven to fall.

Bismuth: Yeah...so uh nice day we're having huh?

Pearl: Why yes it is. I was just about to go. Greg was going to teach me how to play the bass ( pronounces it as in the fish).

Bismuth: Whoa wait. Uh... you look different.

Pearl: Really how?

Bismuth: Well... for starters I love that jacket of yours.

Pearl: Oh thank you. But I've had this ever since I first fused into Aura.

Bismuth: Oh than uh... I love that new hair style of yours. It's definitly mondo cool.

Pearl: Oh well thank you. But again I've had this hair style for...well as long as I can remember.

Bismuth didn't know what else to say and looked nervous.

Bismuth: Um uh...you know...one thing I should...uh...uh... I have to use the bathroom!

Bismuth runs past her and hides in the bathroom and shuts the door. Pearl knocks on the door.

Pearl: Bismuth are you okay in there?

Bismuth: Yeah just...the fish stew pizza is really getting to me. I'll just be here for a while.

Pearl: Oh okay, just feel better.

Pearl leaves the house. Once she was gone, Bismuth peeked out of the bathroom as Steven and Connie went down to go check on her.

Steven: Bismuth what was that?

Bismuth: I-I chocked. I got nervouse, didn't know what else to say and I freaked out.

Connie: It's okay, people stutter whenever they talk to people they like.

Bismuth: But I really made a fool out of myself there.

Steven: Okay so maybe you're not the best with words, how about you give her something.

Connie: What does Pearl like?

Bismuth: Well... she has an interest in swords, but I already gave her like twenty of those. Um...oh I know, she likes pie!

Connie: I thought Pearl doesn't like eating.

Steven: Mostly not, but she does atleast like pie.

Connie: Well do you know how to bake?

Bismuth: Sure I can. If I can build towers and arenas along with this house, baking would be a piece of pie.

Steven: Piece of cake.

Bismuth: Whatever.

The next day.

Pearl heard a knock on the door and went to go answer.

Pearl: Hello?

But there was no one there, but a present with a tag that said, for Pearl ( although the letter E was spealt backwards), but it didn't say who it was from.

Pearl: ( gasps) A present for me?

Pearl immediatly takes it inside. Once she was in, Bismuth, Steven and Connie came out of hiding under the stairs outside.

Steven: She took it.

Bismuth: Okay let's go see.

They went up and looked through the window as Pearl opened her present, an apple pie.

Pearl: Oh a pie. I wonder who it's from though.

Pearl cuts a piece of it and put it on the plate.

Bismuth: She's about to eat it.

Steven: Oh boy!

Finally Pearl took a bite, but then her eyes widened, dropped the fork and ran to the bathroom.

The three of them were confused and went inside as they heard the sounds of Pearl hurling in the bathroom.

Connie: Geez Bismuth, what did you give her?

Bismuth: Apple pie. I made it myself.

Steven got a fork and tasted the pie himself, but immediatly spat it out.

Steven: AWW! No offense Bismuth but this tastes awful.

Connie tasted it herself and she spat it out too.

Connie: I'm sorry but it's really bad.

Bismuth: Really? I guess that's why those apples I got from the back of the store were free.

Connie: The back of the store? Are you saying you got the ingrediants from the dumpster?

Bismuth: No no, I got it off one of those green cans from the back of the store, there were lots of fruits and vegetables.

Connie: That's a produce waste can for old or rotten fruits.

Steven: Why did you get the apples from there?

Bismuth: We didn't have apples and I didn't have any money.

Steven: And why did you mess up on the E?

Steven pointed out Pearl's mispelled name.

Bismuth: I have problems with my E's okay?!

Pearl's vomiting was still heard from the bathroom as all this happened and went to go check on her. Steven knocked on the door.

Steven: Pearl are you okay in there?

Pearl finally got out of the bathroom holding her stomach.

Pearl: Aww. Steven whatever you do, don't eat that pie. Whose ever idea of a joke is this, than they are just foul. Oh...

Steven: Come on Pearl, let's go lie down for a while.

Steven takes her hand and leads her to the couch.

Connie: Will you be okay Pearl, do we have to cancel our plans tonight.

Pearl: Oh no Connie, I'll be fine in a bit.

Bismuth: Fine for what?

Pearl: Well Bismuth because Steven and Connie have been doing great on their training, they've been saving up their Pearl points so we can go out to the Starlight Roller Rink.

Then Steven got an idea.

Steven: Yeah and Bismuth actually wanted to go.

Pearl: Oh really?

Bismuth: What, no I didn't.

Steven nudges at Bismuth.

Steven: Of course you did? Right Connie?

Connie was confused what he was getting at, until it hit her too.

Connie: OH! Yeah, you said you wanted to come with us remember Bismuth?

Bismuth: Serioulsy what are you two talking about? I never said...

Steven pulled her down and whispers into her ear.

Steven: Listen, this is your chance to spend quality time with Pearl. You two can have fun and tell her how you feel.

Bismuth: I-I don't know...

Steven: Come on, this will be your chance.

Pearl: Bismuth did you really want to go with us?

Bismuth looked at Pearl nervously as she answered.

Bismuth: Um...y-yes. If it's okay with you I mean.

Pearl: Oh of course you can. We leave at 6:00.

Bismuth: Great, I can't wait.

Bismuth motioned towards Steven and Connie who nodded at her now excited that they might be getting somewhere.

Later that night. Pearl borrowed Greg's van and was about to pick up everyone. She just parked in front of the house.

Steven: Pearl's here! Bismuth are you ready?

Steven and Connie turned over to Bismuth who was now wearing a white shirt and had her hair tied in a pony tail for this night out.

Bismuth: I think so. I just can't believe this is happening.

Connie: Don't worry, it'll be fine. If you get the chance just try and tell her how you feel.

Steven: Also just try and have fun.

Pearl opened the door.

Pearl: Is everyone ready. Oh Bismuth is that what you're wearing?

Bismuth: Uh yeah. Steven said I should wear something a bit more uh...casual.

Pearl: Alright, well come on let's move on then.

20 minutes later.

They finally arrived at the Starlight Roller Rink. They entered inside the building. The lights were dimmed to add atmosphere to the place. There was a counter to get your roller skates, a snack bar, some arcade games and of course the large roller skating rink in the center.

Connie: Wow, it's even better than the last time we came here.

Steven: I know.

Bismuth: Wait so, people pay to have wheels strapped to their feet for fun?

Steven: Uh yeah. Isn't it cool?

Bismuth: I don't...I don't know. I never skated before.

Pearl: Don't worry Bismuth, as I learned before it's always good to try something new.

Steven: Yeah and we'll be right here to help you.

They went to the counter and got their skates.

Pearl: Is everyone ready?

Steven: Connie and I are.

Bismuth: I'm about to be, you go on without me.

Pearl: No rush Bismuth. Steven, Connie, help her, I'll be in the rink.

Pearl goes on inside the rink while Steven and Connie help Bismuth.

Bismuth: Guys, I don't think I can do this. I'm scared.

Steven: Just take one step at a time.

Connie: Try standing up.

Bismuth: ( takes deep breath) Okay.

Bismuth tried to stand up, since she was on the carpet she didn't slip.

Bismuth: Oh well this is easy.

Connie: That's because you're on the carpet, you have to get on the rink.

Bismuth: That? Pffft. That's nothing watch.

Bismuth made her way to the rink, but the moment she did, she lost balance and slipped on the floor.

Steven: You okay.

Bismuth: Yeah just, this is gonna be trickier than I thought.

Bismuth tried to get back up, but fell again. She tried again, and fell again. She got up one more time, but just before she fell she grabbed onto the rail that was around the rink.

Bismuth: Okay you know what? I got an idea.

Bismuth got out of the rink. She made her distance away from the entrance of the rink.

Steven: What are you doing?

Bismuth: Watch this.

Then they realized what she was going to do. She was going to start skating onto the carpet and skate herself to the rink, like pulling back a toy car and letting go to move full speed.

Connie: Wait I think I know what she's doing. Bismuth I don't think.

Bismuth: Here I go!

Bismuth started skating to the rink and finally was on. But she didn't try turning. She was standing there stiff.

Steven: Okay Bismuth turn around!

Bismuth: I can't!

Connie: What?

Steven: Come on turn!

Bismuth: I can't! I'm too scared!

Connie: Watch out for those people!

Bismuth: Huh?

Bismuth then realized she was heading into a group of people.

Bismuth: Uh oh.

She knocked down the first guy.

Random guy: AAAHH!

Bismuth: Sorry!

Then she hit the second guy.

2nd Random guy: WHOAAA!

Bismuth: Sorry again!

Then the third guy.

3rd Random guy: AAAHH!

Bismuth: My bad!

Then the fourth guy:

4th Random guy: My leg!

Bismuth: Sorry, hope they don't amputate it!

Bismuth just knocked them all down easily as it didn't even push her down, but then her eyes widened when she was heading towards Pearl.

Bismuth: Pearl look out!

Pearl: What?

Bismuth then knocked down Pearl and she finally fell down too. Bismuth realized she was on top of her and immediatly got off. Bismuth began to shake and tear up a little.

Bismuth: Oh no! Ah geez! Ah geez! Pearl I'm so sorry. Are, are you okay.

Pearl: Bismuth, I'm...

Steven: Guys are you okay?

Bismuth didn't look at them as she tried to get up, but falls again so she just took the skates off.

Steven: Bismuth are you...

Bismuth: No! You know what? I don't even like skating anymore! I'm so out of here!

Bismuth ran out of the rink crying ( in a comedic fashion) as she ran to the bathroom. But she runs into the mens room as we hear a commotion going on with the men yelling at her to get out, which she did.

Bismuth: I'm sorry! Waaaaah!

Bismuth gets out and runs into the womens room. Steven and Connie just looked at each other feeling bad.

Steven: Poor Bismuth.

Connie: I'll go talk to her.

Connie went to the womens bathroom to find Bismuth.

Connie: Bismuth! Hello?

That is when she heard sobbing coming from one of the stalls.

Bismuth: ( sobs) You are a winner. You are not a loser.

Connie walked in front of the stall Bismuth was in and knocked on the door.

Connie: Bismuth are you okay?

Bismuth: No. ( sniffs) I screwed up big time.

Connie: Bismuth it's okay.

Bismuth: No it's not. Knocking down some people and crippling a guy is one thing, but embarrissing myself in front of Pearl is another. First I gave her food poisoning and now this. No matter what I do, I just screw things up! Now she really hates me.

Connie: No she doesn't. Come on out, we're all concerned for you.

Bismuth: Not this time. ( sighs) I'm just going to stay in here until I die.

Connie: Bismuth...

Suddenly Pearl enters the bathroom.

Pearl: Bismuth?

Bismuth heard Pearl's voice and stayed quiet.

Pearl: Bismuth are you okay?

Bismuth didn't answer Pearl.

Connie: She's in there Pearl.

Connie pointed out the stall she was in.

Pearl: Let me handle this.

Connie nodded and went outside leaving the two of them alone.

Pearl: Bismuth, can we talk?

Bismuth: Uh, there is no Bismuth here. This uh... Rusty Shackleford. Now please let me do my Bismuth. I mean buisness!

Pearl: Bismuth I know it's you.

Bismuth: Okay fine you got me.

Pearl: Bismuth please come out.

Bismuth: I can't Pearl, I really embarressed myself out there.

Pearl: It's okay, as I learned embarressment is a common thing humans go through. I mean I didn't bother to get into human activities until like a year or two ago. Trust me I've done so many dumb things before.

Bismuth: But I just knocked you down.

Pearl: If this is what it's all about, I'm not mad at you.

Bismuth: But I can't skate either.

Pearl: Then let me help you with that.

Bismuth opened the stall door slightly and saw Pearl smiling to her.

Pearl: Just one more chance, please?

Bismuth looks at her and opens up.

Bismuth: Just one more time.

They exited out of the bathroom as Bismuth put back her skates. She was hesitant on getting back on the rink, but she then she felt Pearl taking her hand.

Pearl: Just stay with me.

( Cue Hold Me Now)

Pearl led Bismuth back to the rink as the latter held onto the former. Steven and Connie were watching as they skated behind them. Pearl and Bismuth rode together around two laps of the rink. Pearl than lets go of Bismuth.

Bismuth: Wait Pearl don't let...go?

Bismuth than realized she is able to skate without her.

Pearl: Just keep your balance and face forward.

Bismuth followed Pearl as they continued skating around the rink. Steven and Connie just watched.

Connie: She's getting it.

Steven: They're doing it together.

Pearl slowed down a bit so she can talk to Bismuth.

Pearl: You see Bismuth, you're doing fine.

Bismuth: Yeah this isn't so bad after all. Thanks Pearl.

Pearl: Of course, your welcome.

Bismuth was now having fun, probably because Pearl was there to help her with this. But she remembered why she was here. This is her chance now.

Bismuth: Pearl can we slow down for a bit, there something I need to talk to you about.

Pearl: Oh okay.

The two of them stopped going fast and now went on a slower pace.

Pearl: What is it that you want to talk about?

Bismuth: ( sighs and whispers) I am a gem.

Bismuth takes a deep breath and speaks outloud.

Bismuth: Pearl, we've known each other for a long time.

Pearl: Yup, we're best friends.

Bismuth: Yeah and you know I loved spending time with you. When I first met you , you were probably the most unique gem I ever met next to Garnet and Pink. I mean pearls back on Homeworld are only servents but you, you're fighter and great one too. You're smart, independent and strong in your own way. We always had each others back during the rebellion and even to this day. You're the best person I know.

Pearl: Aw Bismuth that's so sweet of you.

Bismuth takes Pearl's hand.

Bismuth: Pearl, there's something I've been keeping secret from you for the past few thousand years. Pearl I...I...I...roarve you...

Pearl: What?

Bismuth: I said I...I...yalve you.

Pearl: ( raising an eyebrow) What?

Bismuth: ( shuts her eyes) I...Pearl I love you! I always have!

There, she finally said it. She confessed her love for Pearl. Bismuth opened her eyes with Pearl staring at her shocked. Is that good or bad. Bismuth lets go of her hand.

Bismuth: I'm, I'm sorry. It was just a joke really. You know I'll just get out of here and...

Bismuth was turning away until she felt Pearl taking her hand again.

Pearl: Bismuth is this true? Do you really feel that way about me.

Bismuth: Y-Yes. It's like I just said, you're the most amazing person I know.

Pearl: You felt that way about me for that long?

Bismuth: I did, but I never told you because I knew how you felt about Pink Diamond and even after she was gone I just felt wrong if I felt like I was replacing her.

Pearl: Oh Bismuth, I didn't mean to make you feel that way. All this time I tried so hard for Pink Diamond to notice me, it wasn't until now I realized that the gem who loved me was always there for me this entire time. You know what, I think I love you more than a friend as well.

Pearl pulled Bismuth into a hug as she teared up a bit.

Pearl: I'm sorry Bismuth, I love you.

Bismuth: I love you too Pearl.

Steven and Connie kept watching, proud of Bismuth for finally telling Pearl how she felt. Then they gasped of what they saw next, the two gems have shared their first kiss.

Bismuth: Shall we continue skating a little more.

Pearl: Of course we can.

Pearl held onto Bismuth's arm as they skated a little more around the rink as they continued to talk and laugh.

Two hours later.

Everyone was now leaving the Starlight Roller Rink. Pearl was still holding onto Bismuth's arm, lying on her shoulder.

Pearl: I really enjoyed tonight Bismuth. I'm glad you wanted to come with us.

Bismuth: I'm glad you enjoyed. I did too. You think the others will be fine with this?

Pearl: Of course they will. Garnet I bet will be thrilled and would probably want to go on a double date with us.

Bismuth: ( chuckles) Yeah either herself or as Ruby and Sapphire.

Bismuth turned over to Steven and Connie as they gave her a thumbs up. She replied with a nod as a thank you for helping her. With that they drove back home.

To be continued...

Author's Note: That's it for this chapter. Sorry this one took a bit longer, I had to think hard on this one. Anybody got the Spongebob and the King of the Hill references? This was the second half that was meant to be in the last chapter but ultimately didn't because of how long it would've been. I hope you liked how I shipped Bismuth and Pearl here. And I did want to do this since, as much as I liked the episode my only problem with it was that it didn't have much to do with Bismuth and focused on Steven's social issues when talking to other people, which makes no sense since he also hung out with Sadie, Lars, Kiki, Jenny, Buck and Sour Cream ( and Onion). Also I recently found out that the song " Hold Me Now" was actually a real song and apperently the singer also sang the final song " Being Human." I want to thank Lady Shadow92 for big help on this. If you liked this chapter, be sure to follow, favorite and review. Thank you and until next time.