Behind The Scenes - Chapter 25: Making Memories
March 12, 2012
Greg and Rose were in their room, Rose was sitting at her desk on her laptop. Greg was sitting on a chair. She opened her Facebook, something that she does not do often and she got a message from Cartoon Network regarding her YouTube video back in June of 2008.
"Greg, look! I got a message on Facebook, it's from Cartoon Network regarding that video we took of Steven," she said
It has now been four years and a lot has happened to the Universe family, Rose finally got a loan and opened a bakery in Los Angeles. Greg opened a music store in Hollywood, They had a beautiful house in Beverley Hills. Both of them had amazing careers, and a beautiful life in LA, what could go wrong?
Then, they heard something in the living room. Rose grabs her sword, Greg follows her, and goes downstairs.
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Interiors would typically showcase high-end materials such as marble or hardwood flooring, custom cabinetry, and upscale finishes. Natural stone countertops in kitchens and bathrooms would be common.
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Their son — who was now eleven years old, was in the kitchen while Clarence, Jeff, and Sumo, were on the couch, the boys were now three years older than Steven.
The boys were playing on Steven's PlayStation, Steven was in the kitchen making Pop-Tarts for them. Steven screams as he sees his mother wielding her sword.
"Oh, it's just you!" Rose said.
"Yeah, it's me! who do you think it was? the boogeyman?"
Rose put her sword in her scabbard and held it.
"Dude, What's wrong? You okay?" Greg asked
"Yes, it was Sumo who screamed, Dad!" he said, rolling his eyes.
"Sorry!" Sumo said, holding the controller in his hands.
"That's okay, We thought that someone was hurt," he said, sighing in relief.
"Hey guys, why won't you guys get out of the house?" Greg asked.
"Hey guys, let's go to our treehouse!" Steven said.
"Yeah!" Clarence said, as they all went and grabbed their bikes to ride there.
Steven was about to ride there when their neighbor walked out, Their neighbor was none other than Pearl.
"Steven!" Pearl said, Steven looked at the tall gem.
"Yeah, pearl?"
"Where are you going?"
Oh my stars, come on! can you get off my back?
Steven tried not to roll his eyes at her then put on a smile. "I'm going with Clarence, Jeff, and Sumo to our treehouse."
"Okay, Steven. Make sure you ride safely," she told him. Steven tried not to roll his eyes again and he looked at her. "I will be fine, Pearl! let's go guys," he said, riding with them to the treehouse.
Clarence, Jeff, Steven, and Sumo parked their bikes When they were about to go up. Steven's phone went off. He saw the caller ID was Ameytthest.
"Hey, Ameythest!"
"Hey, dude. Do you wanna come to my basketball game that's tonight? my mom can pick you up."
Steven's enthusiasm went way up. "Sure! when is it?" he said
"It's at five thirty."
"Heck yes! I'll see you there!" he said
"Awesome, dude. I'll see you!" Steven said goodbye to her then they all played.
Clarence, Sumo, Jeff, and Steven all went to grab ramen. They rode their bikes to the nearest one in LA and parked, Steven and his friends went inside the restaurant and got a table.
Steven and his friends all sat at a table, Steven got some lemonade and sushi. Same with his friends.
"Hey Steven, I have a question," Jeff said drinking his lemonade.
"What's up?"
"Why don't you age like us? your twelve right?" Sumo asked the boy, Steven put a hand in his hair and nodded. "Yeah?"
"Then, why aren't you growing like us?" Clarence asked. Steven has not told them this before, not even in the four years that he's known them. "Are you sure that you're twelve, Steven?"
"Yes, I'm twelve, but I'm part gem, so I age slower than other kids." He said. his friends nod, and the waitress walks over and gives them their sushi.
"Thank you," Steven said, eating his sushi.
"Hey, Steven? You wanna come with us to the community pool tomorrow, my mom texted me if you want to come." Clarence told him.
"Yeah!" Steven said, raising his arms p.
"Let's do it, is your mom going to pick me up?" Steven asked.
"Yeah, If you want to," he said. Steven nodded. "Okay, this is gonna be so much fun!" Sumo exclaimed.
"Yeah, It is!"
Steven was getting ready to go to Ameythest's game at her school. Steven walked down the stairs of the house, and Greg and Rose said yes that he could go. Steven went outside, zipped up his jacket and he went into her father's truck.
"Hey! Steven!" Amethyst said. Giving him a fist bump.
"What's up?" he asked, closing the door
"Fine," he said, Adrain drove off to her high school, Ameythest grabbed her CD and put it into the player that was in the car, and played some rock. Steven was jamming out to the song as they were driving.
Adrain parks at the parking lot and they go to the gym, they go to the building. Four other girls were out practicing. Her coach walks up.
Steven saw her basketball coach.
She is a passionate African American woman in her late 30s. She has a strong presence, standing tall with an athletic build, reflecting her years of playing and coaching the game. Her hair is styled in natural curls, often pulled back into a ponytail during practices and games.
Her coaching style is energetic and motivational, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and hard work. She wears comfortable athletic gear, usually a branded team hoodie and basketball shorts, paired with sneakers that allow her to move quickly on the court.
Off the court, she is known for her engaging personality and dedication to mentoring her players, instilling confidence and resilience in them. She often organizes community events to foster support for the team and promotes inclusivity and empowerment among young female athletes in the area. Her leadership is not just about winning games but also about building character and community.
"Well, guess who decided to join us." Her coach said.
"Sorry, Coach. Talia."
"Get into your uniform, alright, We starting soon." She nodded and walked to the locker room.
"Let's sit Steven," Adrain said, walking him to the bleachers and they found a space to sit and watch.
"Why is basketball season so late? I thought It was in November. Where in March."
"Her last game is tonight, Steven."
"Oh, okay," he said as he watched the game.
"THE AGOURA HILLS BLAZE WIN!" The commentator said, jumping from his seat. Steven smiled and clapped for her team.
Steven was now back home, he hopped out of the shower, went out, and looked around his bedroom.
The walls are painted in a vibrant red or adorned with posters of his favorite bands, and the NBA team — The Los Angeles LAKERS with his favorite player Kobe Bryant, some Justice League, and Captain America posters were also on the walls.
He also had a full-sized bed for sleepovers with Clarence, Jeff, and Sumo, often covered with a fun, themed bedspread. A desk was present, cluttered with school supplies and books.
The floor was strewn with toys, action figures, or sports gear, reflecting his hobbies. A bookshelf might showcase a mix of novels, comic books, and trophies from sports or other achievements.
Lighting could come from a bedside lamp shaped like a character — In this case, was Batman.
Steven pulled back the covers and slipped into them, it took him a while for him to fall asleep but, he did.
A\N: Hi guys. I hope this chapter will make up for the last one I've posted. Sorry, it was so bad. But… Hopefully, this one will be better! Bye guys don't forget to leave me a review!