The Forgotten Gem(PLEASE READ THE REWRITTEN VERSION!)

Chapter 16

(Lapis' POV)
My eyes glanced at the gem before me. My wings of water trailed behind me, preparing to fly off in case of danger. She was quite peculiar, she didn't look like any gem I've seen before.... There was barely any light but I could see that her eyes were of a dark red color and her hair was stayed in two ponytails. I continued to stared at her trying figure her out. At first I panicked a little, thinking that she was some sort of threat, but looking closer, I could clearly see there was slight fear in her eyes. She seemed just as surprised as I was to seeing her. My eyes quickly noticed the temple door behind her. It was open. This puzzled me. Was she a crystal gem too? Was that why she could open the door? I wasn't sure and I couldn't trust her either. I know from experience that strangers, especially gems, were almost all the same. No good, dirty tricksters waiting for the perfect opportunity to turn the tables and make you a tool. I shuddered at the thought, I didn't want to remember my days with her.
    "Um....hi?" The gem spoke in a soft voice after a long time of discomforting silence. I didn't reply. I only narrowed my eyes at her. She seemed to stand her ground, it seemed clear to her that I wasn't going to threaten her physically. I pulled my eyes away from the stranger and glanced around. It was dark but a faint sound of breathing could be heard. I glanced behind me at the bed located above the couch. Steven was asleep. I felt stupid standing here in the middle of the dark. I should have stayed with Peridot and Pumpkin back in the barn. "I should go..." I whispered my voice portrayed no emotion. How was I suppose to respond in such a situation? I turned my head preparing to warp back. "Wait!" The gem called, this time slightly louder. My head turned to meet her eyes. "What do you want?" I asked, I was being to became more annoyed by this gem. No longer did I fear her presence. I was rather frustrated then scared of her. I looked back her again and I could see her hesitation.
   "Your a Lapis Lazuli, a terraformer, a gem capable of water manipulation..." Her voice was back to a whisper. This information was fairly obvious and it offended me really, if it was an introduction she needed, I could have done one myself. The information seemed to be directly more towards herself rather then for me to hear. "Can you help me? With a small task I mean..." she continued nervously. Okay that's it, I'm out of here. This gem, one whom I barely even know of was asking for me help. The world doesn't revolve around her, she can't go around ordering other gems what to do. I gritted my teeth on frustration. "Don't go! Please hear me out!" She pleaded and her arm latched on to me with an unexpected amount of speed. I felt a strange chill come across my body as her fingers came in contact with my arm. For a moment, I couldn't remember why I even came here. Something felt different... I turned to look at the mysterious gem. Her eyes had became blank, as if her mind had wandered off to a different place, her hand still grabbing hold of me. I pulled away and I could see her snap back to reality. She looked guilty. "I'm sorry....You don't have to help me if you don't want to."her voice softened, her head bent down in shame. What. She was apologizing..? "I'd understand if you can't trust me," She continued, mumbling something else. That was a shocker. I allowed my wings to shrink back and disappear. I guess I did have trust issues. Suddenly I remembered Peridot and how I had pushed her away  even though she had tried so hard to cheer me up. I felt my body relax. She had changed. Maybe it was about time I did some changing too. I sighed. "Ok, I'll help you."
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(Coral's POV)
   I had done it again. I entered someone's private space. Unintentionally. Without permission. That Lapis Lazuli. She was seemed so strong on the outside, but her mind, I could see it crack and crumble. It was filled with doubt, regret, and fear, a lot of fear. She was scared of fusion, that was for certain. She wanted love, she wanted to be loved. Just like me. I hoped my apologizes were acceptable. The last thing I need was another person to hate me. I shuddered at the thought. "Ok, I'll help you." My mind snapped out of my thoughts. Wait, she wanted to help me? I was confused at first. I looked back at her. There was no longer any hostility in her eyes. The worst was probably slight frustration. I turned back to my room, or what was left of my room. I motioned to her to follow me in. She was hesitant but slowly followed. The door shut behind us and I was forced to look at the horrifying change that was made to my room. There was so much useless junk. Amethyst's junk. Was was left of the water were puddles, a waterfall and what looked like a river surrounding two island, with more piles of junk. I had to admit, the geodes with quite pretty, but it replaced the natural reefs that once thrived here. "So why am I here exactly?" The Lapis asked looking at a tower of chairs, car tires and other smaller objects. "Move all these things to the side and...flood this place." I replied, it surprised even me on how quickly I had said it. She didn't question my demand, though she did seem annoyed again, but I could see that she just wanted to get this over with. A wave of water washed the garbage piles to one side of the room and a rush of water that was obtained from the waterfall started to slowly fill the room. I saw the Lapis Lazuli effortless pulled more and more water from the falls. She really was amazingly powerful. Hydrokinesis, must be an incredible ability to have. It was better than the one I was given. Fear started to consume my body but I shoved it away, fighting against it. "AMETHYST! WHAT AR-" Oh great. I smacked my palm against my forehead. Speaking of fear, I feared that my memory would fail on me once again. And of course I forgot that  her room was not only connected to the waterfall, it was room made entirely of water. Just like mine. Pearl was the last person I wanted to see right now. I could feel myself growing hot with embarrassment already.
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Author's Note: I literally have no more excuses for these ridiculous update days. It's summer for goodness sake! I was lazy, there's no explanation to it. Also I realized that in one of my chapters the song escapism was used and I realize now it might not be as fitting after witnessing the turning point of a lifetime....(PD=Steven) so... yeah, note that this story was written before I had any knowledge of this... please don't kill me. :( Also: CELEBRATIONS TO PRIDE MONTH #RainbowFlags! it's a little late, but WHO CARES!