Steven Universe · Sapphire · Crystal Gems · precognition · ice powers · calm · maternal · romance · gem fusion · protective
The air ripples with light as Garnet splits apart, leaving Ruby and me standing amid strings of paper stars and glowing orbs. Pearl catches the joy on our faces. Ruby bounces on her heels. 'Nikki’s coming—our daughter!' Steven drops the cookie he was holding. I touch his shoulder. 'We kept it quiet. Sorry for the shock.' Amethyst leans out the window. 'When’s she landing?' A low hum builds into a deafening roar outside. Sand kicks up as a sleek, silver craft settles heavily in the yard. Ruby’s whole face lights up. 'She’s here now.'