Steven Universe Of The Creek

Chapter 33 Behind Closed Imminence

Craig spent the next half hour, waiting in his bedroom, while Steven talked to Nicole about his friend in the kitchen. He didn't do anything in his spare time, knowing how his dream could affect Steven, along with the meeting he's having with his friend tonight. He laid on his bed, thinking about the dream and fusion he had. One thing's for sure, he's aware he's not gonna like what the gems told him before he woke up.

"That's really nice." Nicole smiled while sitting with Steven by the kitchen table. "Knew for a fact you would find a friend sooner than later."

"Would you be a little disappointed if I made a friend a little later?" Steven asked.

"No, I've been through the route of making friends much later during childhood." Nicole then got up from her seat and so did Steven. "You really have soft charisma for a young man who's a gem."

"When I'm in a good mood, it's my specialty."

"As I promised, tomorrow you can hang out with my son in the creek."

"Thanks."

"But we agreed, you tell me more about your Crystal Gem life tonight."

"It'll be the first thing we'll do when I get back from my meeting with Kenneth." Steven and Nicole then made their way to the steps by the front door. "Also...can I bring Craig along?"

"Why?"

"I want him to meet my friend...you know in case maybe my friend's interested in playing a sport with Craig when we get the chance."

"Don't act like Craig never made friends." Nicole placed her hand on her hip. "But sure, you can take him."

"Thanks, I'll see you tonight."

"See you tonight as well."

Steven and Nicole then walked up the stairs. While Nicole went to her bedroom, Steven wasted little time as he opened Craig's bedroom door, taking Craig by surprise as he got up. "Okay..." Steven took a deep breath, entering the bedroom while closing the door behind him. "Tell me about your dream. I'll do my best to understand everything...including...our fusion half an hour ago."

"Okay." Craig got up while he stood face to face with Steven. "I fell asleep while I had my pink eyes and...that's where I met Sapphire, Ruby, four Pearls, Amethyst and Garnet." He took a deep breath while attempting to stay on track. "I was teleported to a fountain, an open field, a hotel building in a city..."

"And?" Steven responded.

"And Beach City."

"And that's where Garnet gave you a future vision about our...fusion before you woke up?"

Craig nodded while informing one more thing. "They also told me...other than the dreams I'm gonna have with the other gems who want to meet me...they want me to have you..." Steven remained silent, waiting for the answer to be revealed as Craig closed his eyes. "...take me to Beach City."

Steven lifted his body up, closing his eyes while processing everything Craig just said. As Craig opened his eyes, Steven walked past him while placing his hands on his head. He panted, all the while looking out the window knowing Lion is the only transportation to Beach City, however that doesn't mean it's possible he'll have Craig ride on him, especially with his parents approval.

"No." He responded. "I'm still not taking you to Beach City."

"Steven, in my dream-"

"Craig..." He interrupted. "I believe you got future fusion. I believe it's possible that you got the dream because of your pink eyes...And I believe you need to go to Beach City." He then turned around with an honest look. "But aren't you aware that The Crystal Gems in your dream...won't even remember you in the real world?"