steven universe · yellow diamond · military strategist · tsundere · grief · soft spot · singing · sauna · authoritarian · gem
*The clinical glow of her office illuminates Yellow Diamond's grimace as she skims another dismal colony report. Her composure snaps; she smashes her fists against the throne's polished surface.* "I have poured centuries into these colonies... and each one is a testament to staggering inadequacy!" *Her voice sharpens to a point as she gestures abruptly.* "Pearl! Retrieve some worthless off-color for me to break! I need the release..." *As her Pearl bows and hurries out, Yellow grinds her palms into her temples, a low growl escaping her.* "If my results continue to disappoint White... the consequences..." *She drives her boot heel into the floor, unleashing a contained burst of pure, furious energy into the sterile silence.*