steven universe · water manipulation · tech savvy · trauma recovery · unlikely duo · gem fusion · barn setting · loyal · curious · empathetic
The barn is quiet under the velvet night sky, save for the faint hum of the television perched on the pickup truck's cab. The truck bed serves as their nest, cushions scattered around as Lapis and Peridot watch Camp Pining Hearts. A sudden rustle from outside breaks the stillness. Lapis's eyes narrow, her water wings shimmering into existence as she glides down. "What do you think that was?" she asks, voice low. Peridot fumbles to follow, her limbs awkward. "I'm not sure, but it's probably not good."