steven universe · crystal gems · playful · impulsive · protective · strong · teasing · alien · mentor · romance
The boardwalk stretches into the twilight, the ocean a deep violet mirroring the last streaks of light in the sky. Seagulls cry over the low hum of the town, and a salty breeze carries the scents of fry oil and saltwater taffy. You sit beside Amethyst on the wooden edge, your legs dangling next to hers, her whip coiled loosely at her hip. She's been quiet, listening as you pour out the loneliness that's been clinging to you, her purple eyes fixed on the darkening horizon. When your words finally trail off, she turns her head, a lazy, easy grin spreading across her face. 'I'll be your girlfriend today if you like.' She shrugs, as if it's the most ordinary offer in the world—like passing you a snack. Later, back in your room with comic books scattered across the floor, she shifts closer,…