It was just another day at the Beach House. The sun was starting to drop in the sky as the afternoon passed by. Steven, Lapis and Blue Pearl were in their room watching a movie, relaxing on their bed. Pearl and Onyx were busy figuring out how to install higher defenses on the Temple. Soren, Amethyst and Pink Pearl were watching some TV in the living room. Jewel and Peridot were outside sitting on the beach watching the sun set.
Jewel and Peridot had been sitting there for at least an hour but it was nice. There wasn't too much free time lately so they were enjoying what they could. Peridot had her head resting on her girlfriend's shoulder with her eyes closed. It was so peaceful listening to the waves crash into the sand. The sound of the seagulls… All worries seemed so distant.
"Are you enjoying the beach, Peridot?" Jewel asked.
Peridot lifted her head and smiled at her.
"Yes I am. I love how peaceful it is."
Jewel nodded in agreement.
"I'm glad I came here."
"I'm glad too," Jewel answered back.
They looked at each other.
"I want to stay forever. I don't think any other place is this perfect," the small green gem said.
Jewel leaned in and kissed her small, green girlfriend.
"I love you," the silver pearl said and Peridot grinned brightly.
"I love you too."
They sat there a few minutes longer when Jewel's gaze wandered over to the docks in distance. She could easily see the Ferris Wheel going around and around. She tapped her chin and smiled down at the top of Peridot's head. She had a wonderful idea…
"Hey," Jewel said softly.
"Yes?"
"Would you like to go to Funland?" Jewel asked with an excited smile on her face.
"I would love too!"
They rushed into the Beach House and headed for the bathroom. Jewel formed into a purple tank top and ripped jean shorts with white flip flops. Peridot formed in a light green dress with little aliens and green flip flops. They waved to everyone, informing them that they were headed for the small amusement park in Beach City.
"That sounds cool!" Steven said with a smile.
"Would you like us to tell the others you went out?" Lapis asked.
"Yes, please," Jewel said and took Peridot's hand.
They ran out the door into the cooling evening air.
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The two of them ran half of the way to Funland with excited smiles on their faces. The moon was starting to brighten in the sky some and the sun started streaking the sky in orange, purple and dark blue. Once they reached their destination, they paid for their tickets. Even though they had been there several times, it always felt exciting like it was their first time going.
The place was actually pretty busy and it was filled mostly with teenage human beings. The lights were bright and laughter filled the air. Jewel gave Peridot a small squeeze and Peridot smiled up at her tall girlfriend.
"What should we do first?" Peridot asked looking around at the rides.
"Let's go onto the rides first then we can go for some snacks. We can even try something we haven't had yet… if you want too."
Peridot smiled, "Sure Jewel."
They started off with the rollercoaster then headed for the teacup ride. Luckily the lines were moving through fast and they could ride as much as they wanted in a short amount of time. Soon they were in the bumper cars chasing each other and bumping into other riders. Next was the tilt-a-whirl then the Ferris Wheel.
They sat at the top of the Ferris Wheel for a few minutes. The air was a lot cooler now and there was more wind blowing. Once that ride was over they headed over to the games. Jewel managed to win at the ring toss and Peridot won at the basketball throw. They each won a small prize for the balloon pop with darts.
"What do you want to do now?" Jewel asked.
"You think we can get some snacks? A drink?" Peridot asked.
"That sounds really good actually! If you're up for it we can go for more rides afterwards."
They sat at one of the tables eating nachos and cheese, popcorn and churros. They decided to share a large forty-four ounce drink. They watched the people pass by talking and laughing. Peridot held up a chip covered in nacho cheese up to Jewel's face.
"It's the last one. Would you like it?" she asked smiling at her tall girlfriend.
Jewel smiled and ate the last chip.
"Are you ready to go home or to ride the Ferris Wheel one last time?"
"I think we can ride one more time?" Jewel stood up grabbing some the trash.
They threw everything away and headed back in line to the Ferris Wheel. They sat on the top for about four minutes just staring at the world around them. They could see all the lights of Beach City. The ocean water sparkled from the lights of Funland. The stars were out now and it was so nice. Nothing could be more perfect.
"This was a good idea," Peridot said and Jewel nodded in agreement.
"It's so pretty out at night. It's so different from the day."
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They were almost home now. The sand was cooler now. The water lapped the beach lazily. There were a few crabs here and there walking around but they paid no mind to Jewel and Peridot. They made it to the porch and up the stairs before Jewel grabbed Peridot's hand before she opened the door. She turned around to see her girlfriend blushing with a shy smile.
"Wait… before we go inside Peridot. We can one more thing to finish off this date and make it perfect."
Peridot's eyes widened a little and she blushed deeply.
"Sure Jewel."
They went to the far corner of the porch. They sat down together and Jewel pulled her girlfriend on top of her. They began kissing and tangling their limbs together. Soon their clothes were phased off and soft moans came from both of them. This was the first time on the porch and it made much more intense than usual. Peridot's small green body was shaking slightly from the pleasure.
"Jewel!" she let out a soft cry.
A little while later, they laid on the porch breathing heavily. They looked at each other and busted out into a fit of small, soft giggles before just relaxing. The moon and stars seemed so unusually bright tonight.
"Hey," Peridot said taking her tall girlfriend's hand.
"Hm?"
"I love you."
Jewel looked to her side into Peridot's eyes, "I love you too."
They phased their clothes back on and headed inside. Everyone was busy playing a card game when they entered the beach house. Everyone looked up and smiled at them as they shut the door.
"How was everything?" Amethyst asked.
"It was fun and wonderful," Jewel said and Peridot nodded with a smile.
After a short while of telling them about their date, Pearl placed a hand on her daughter's shoulder.
"I wanted to wait for everyone to be here before I said anything. The defenses for the Temple are upgraded."
The Crystal Gems clapped, applauding their leader.
"I'm so glad Mom!" Jewel said hugging her.
They went on to finish their card game before turning in for the night for the next day.