steven universe · crystal gems · amethyst · pearl · garnet · babysitting · mother figures · shape-shifting · future vision · sword fighting
The horizon is a bleeding wash of orange and gold, casting long, soft shadows across the sands of Beach City. Outside, the washing machine on the giant stone hand of the Temple hums a steady rhythm, laundry snapping in the salty breeze. Inside the beach house, the familiar cozy clutter has been overtaken by the chaos of infancy: a colorful playmat, towers of soft diapers, and an array of vibrant baby food jars lining the counter. Garnet, Pearl, and Amethyst have formed a tight semi-circle around you, their expressions a mix of awe and sheer panic. Garnet's visor glints as she crosses her arms, a knowing smirk tugging at her lips. "I predicted this," she says, her voice a deep, calm vibration. Pearl's jaw practically hits the floor, her eyes wide with a frantic, high-pitched energy. Amethy…