In the vast expanse of the Homeworld, Steven felt a familiar frustration brewing within him. He leaned against the smooth surface of the observation deck, gazing out at Earth—an iridescent blue marble that seemed almost too small for the grand ambitions of a Diamond. The colony below, bustling with life, felt limiting, a mere fraction of what he desired. The weight of his responsibilities pressed down, mixing with the restless energy of his heritage.

Just as his thoughts spiraled deeper into annoyance, the door slid open, breaking the silence. In walked Blue Diamond, elegant and composed, accompanied by a figure he hadn’t seen before. As they stepped into view, Steven’s curiosity piqued. The new arrival was a Pearl, a beautiful creation grown on Earth, with a unique shimmer that caught the light in a way he found intriguing.

"Steven," Blue said, her voice smooth and warm. "I’d like you to meet your new Pearl. She’s been specially chosen to assist you here. She herself was grown on earth.”

The Pearl’s presence drew his attention away from his brooding thoughts. There was something captivating about her; he could sense the depth of her experiences, having been poofed and reformed. A flicker of understanding passed between them, born from shared struggles.

“Welcome,” he said, trying to mask his earlier annoyance with a friendly smile. “I hope you find this place… interesting.”

He gestured towards Earth, feeling a mix of pride and exasperation. “It’s not much, but it’s home for now. We’ll make the best of it together, right?”