Steven Universe & male Ultralink reader.
The crystal gems uncover a new mystery during their hunt for Peridot. The mystery taking the shape of a large metallic male figure, who is apparently part of a species that was at war with Gem kind. Follow t...
Today we are taking a break from building the drill. It was a good idea and it would also help me to learn more about Earth culture as well. Steven's 'birthday' had arrived, a day of celebrating his development. I of course was alien to this subject but wanted to participate, this had left Peridot to add some adjustments to the drill and keep us updated on the cluster.
"Steven! Happy Birthday!", a young female voice had called out from the distance. This is who I presumed was Connie, as they conversed I decided to help Garnet with moving the tables in front of the barn using the spare metal to construct some chairs around it. With the table done I was called over by Steven.
"Connie, this is Y/n he's the other alien I was talking to you about!", Steven started excitedly. At first I was unsure of the fleshlings reaction before hearing a sudden excited squeal followed by questions.
"Wow!! Steven said you turned into a giant mech? When I first saw it I couldn't believe him even though I saw the photo it was amazing. Do you think there are other Ultralinks on Earth? Are they like you?", she continued, almost forgetting to breath before we were interrupted by Greg. I had met him before, his reaction was similar to Connie's and after Pearl's explanation he was somewhat wary but it was ok in the end.
"What should I do with this Defibrillator?!", he called from his van. Walking over to the van I picked up a few of the devices focusing on the metal before hovering them and the van to the back of the barn. This way it would be out of the way and in case there are any mishaps with the drill again Greg will still have a place to sleep.
Walking past the humans as they made their way to the van I came across a glum Steven. I decided to see if I could comfort him.
"Steven, what's wrong?", I asked. In reply he sighed and began to answer, "Y/n, I think Connie sees me differently as I can't age like a human. I-", before he could speak anymore I interrupted him.
"Does it matter? You are surrounded by other beings that don't age, myself included. The Gems can morph their appearance but my kind on the other hand cannot, we are either our base form or our fused form we do not age or decay. I have lived for a very long time and not once has my appearance changed, if she cannot accept you for you then at least you'll have a whole other species that can understand you. Who knows maybe one day we can go to space and meet other Ultralinks out there, but first we save this planet and then we can start on another one.", I finished. There was silence for a while before he nodded an hugged one of my legs unable to reach any higher.
With a few sniffles he replied, "Thank you. I needed that." I merely ruffled his hair as we made our way to the table. Steven was given his crown and cape and changed in the barn. Upon exiting he made his way to the table with a broad smile on his face and sat next to Connie and I as the two began to explain the wonders of Cake to me.
As the sun began to set on the horizon I had felt something, a signal? Looking at the sky above I spotted it at first I thought it was a shooting star before it changed its direction and headed towards the barn.
Steven's POV:
While we were all laughing together I noticed Y/n suddenly stand up, his (f/c) eyes looking at something in the sky, he slowly began to walk backwards as if he was waiting to catch something and then I saw it an object in the sky barrelling towards the barn.
There was a bright flash of light followed by a boom that brought a dust cloud that surrounded Y/n. This had put the Gems and I on guard, as the dust settled we saw Y/n standing there unharmed as he held a large metal ball in his hands some of its sides glowing a bright pink before the ball began to expand releasing what seemed to be another Ultralink, crab like in design, it looked up at Y/n before shooting into the barn.
There was another flash of light before a tall cloaked figure exited the barn it was fairly thin and had two pairs of glowing orange hands, in one of its hand was a large scythe some of the cloak had dark metal armour covering the shoulder and other parts it growled at us before turning its large singular pink eye to Y/n and bowing to him.
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A/n: just replace the green with orange. The eye is pink. Art not mine In response to this Y/n sighed before he began to speak, "You're early", he started with irritation lacing his echoed voice.
"I'm terribly sorry my Lord, I had recieved your signal and was ordered by Omega to come here.", the unknown Ultralink began to shake in Y/n's presence.
"Well I suppose it is good to know that more of us are waking up. I presume you have also received my new orders?", he asked. In reply the smaller Ultralink replied, "Yes Master, although it may take some time for your plans to begin, we are scattered across the stars. I was lucky to arrive early, we have begun your new plan. There is no resistance, those that have awakened are rebuilding your forces. Soon it shall begin.", the Ultralink's raspy voice finished ominously.
What's happening? That's another Ultralink. Why did he call Y/n Lord and Master? Was he tricking us? These questions clouded my mind before the Gems jumped in front of me weapons raised. I didn't notice but Y/n was walking towards me.
"There is no need to worry, I have not betrayed you. On the day I had awakened I sent a signal into space hoping there were others and after recently gaining my memories back I realised I am the first Ultralink and therefore their leader. I cannot reveal all my plans to you but I hope you can still trust me." Y/n finished, the other Ultralink readying his scythe in case the Gems attacked.
After what felt like forever both sides had relaxed. Garnet was the first to speak, "Why didn't you inform us?", she asked. "I was going to once the cluster had been dealt with but I didn't for see this possibility" he paused turning his head slightly to the now shrinking Ultralink, "but not everything can go my way. I will still be helping to protect this planet but I have my own mission as well. My species is scattered and I plan on using Earth as a meeting point, from there I will be able to bring my species together and find any strays in the process. For now though one is enough, soon I'll be leaving and explore the rest of this planet, I would like you to be as friendly with this one as you have been with me.", waving his hand behind him gesturing to the skeletal Ultralink.
I was the first to move making my way to the new Ultralink before bringing out my hand, "Hey there! My name's Steven Universe, welcome to Earth!", there was silence before it stretched out its bony hand and grasped mine, "Greetings fleshling Steven, I am R3a-p3r but you may call me Reaper", he introduced himself. After this the others began to relax as Connie introduced herself next and began to ask what Reaper could do.
"Hmm, I planned to pick a body that focused on speed and strength, although I am quite thin it doesn't mean I am fragile. I can also phase through materials allowing me to reach a target much faster.", he pondered answering Connie's questions.
After introductions were over, we began to stargaze once again looking above as Y/n and Reaper pointed out systems and stars that they had visited over the countless millennia that they have lived.
A/n: bit of a short one. A new Ultralink has joined the team. Hope you guys liked this chapter and I'll write the next one as soon as I can. A vote will be great.
