Spinel x Reader One-Shots

Simple Joys of Life

Spinel is quite the unpredictable character.

Not the same unpredictable behavior of the fusion, Garnet. No. The heart-shaped Gem has an unpredictable, zany behavior. Which means, when you want have an easygoing evening, Spinel would want to go out and cause lively events. You didn't mind, though today you wanted to relax.

"(Y/N)!" Spinel shouted and throws her hands up as confetti pops out of nowhere. "Ready for another night out on docks?!" She bounced in place and shouts again, "Come on! What do you say?!"

Well, this behavior is normal, especially when she had an energy drink.

"Amethyst gave you an energy drink." You state.

Spinel grins widely and boops your nose, "You're so smart."

You hum with a gentle flick to her nose, "Sometimes. Now, my answer is no. I want to relax today and it would be so much better if you can join me." Before the gem could answer, you drag her inside your home.

Her pigtails fall to her shoulders as she slumps over with a whine, "We're staying inside all evenin'?" Spinel feels you grab her hand and smiles at the fuzzy warmth spreading throughout her glove.

"I'm sure you'll enjoy it too." You take her to your bedroom and set up your game console. "You can play video games until I'm done taking a (bath/shower), then you can try it next."

Spinel shrugs and agrees while starting the game on the tv, while she waited for you to get done. It didn't take long as you come out in your pajamas and damp hair. A bubble bath seemed more suitable for the gem after you helped her with the steps of taking a bath. Unfortunately, you had to keep watch after she literally canon balled into the tub after gazing away her clothing.

"Sit still. I'm going to wash your hair." You began scrubbing her raspberry hair between your fingers and chuckle as Spinel popped the random floating bubbles.

The gem held a handful of bubbles and took a bite. "ACK!" Spinel cough and stuck out her tongue in distaste.

You laugh out loud while rinsing out her hair, "S-Spinel! You don't eat bubbles."

She puffs her cheeks, "Well, it smelt edible and it was tempting." She tilts her head back to look up at you, then sticks out her tongue playfully.

In your hand, you held a scoop of bubble and blow it at her face.

"AH!" Spinel covers her face and sinks under the water, seeming to stay there.

You giggled and stood up, "Well, when you're done, just pull that plug and dry yourself with the towels. I'll grab you some night clothes." You know very well that she can hear you, so you head out to warm up pajamas in the dryer for her.

Spinel sits up and stares at the water. The bubble bath did wonders and it even got rid of the energetic rush she had earlier. The scent of the herbal bubbles you put in the tub eased her senses and relaxed back against the tub. 'No wonder, Blue enjoys bathing so much.' Spinel thought. Her arm stretched to pull the plug and she grabbed the towel to wrap around her body.

There was a knock and you placed a pair of clothes on the counter, "You can wear these for tonight." You give a thumbs up before closing the door.

A long yawn escapes Spinel and she rubs her eyes, "Boy, do I feel exhausted....and didn't do anything productive." It felt like a good tired to her and she stares at reflection in the mirror. Her hair down instead of it in pigtails, it seemed a little weird, but comfortable.

You flick through many titles of shows on the tv, until you stopped on your favorite cartoon show. "Yes! Another marathon, here I come baby!" You punch the air like a dork until your attention was brought to the gem who walk into the room.

To be honest, you couldn't help it as a blush makes it's way to your cheeks. Your heart picking up speed at Spinel's appearance.

The oversized tie-dye shirt hung comfortably from her shoulders along with the gym shorts that looked better on her than you. Her hair still damp, flowed behind her and the strands would most likely be fluffy, possibly a wild mess once it dries.

"What?" Spinel giggles and hops onto your bed with one leap, settling herself to face the tv. "Oooo!" Her eyes followed the goofy characters on the show and you can tell she is easily entertained.

"I'm going to brush your hair. Don't want it tangling once it dries." You take out a new brush for Spinel and maneuvered her to sit between your legs.

"Mhm..." Spinel hums in acknowledgment.

The brush is softly running through the raspberry strands with ease, only catching a few knots which Spinel dramatically cries out. A few minutes goes by and the gem feels her eyes drooping. The tingling sensation upon her scalp felt amazing and it increased as you now switch to playing with her hair.

Your focus had been braiding her hair then undoing it so that her hair curled slightly. It began to feel really soft once it dried. You snicker quietly when you notice Spinel leaning back onto you and her eyes are closed.

Spinel yawns tiredly and snuggled up with her head on your chest, making her soft hair cushion your head. Her arms wrap around your middle and she smiled happily when you kiss your forehead.

Your fingers continue to run through her hair and eventually you lay back to hug her close. This time, you faintly cup the side of her face with your thumb caressing her cheek tenderly.

"I had fun...—"

You stop to glance down at Spinel with her tired expression.

She relaxes more onto you, "—...Just being beside you doing nothing. And the hardest part about this is I won't be able to let you go."

Your heart swells at her sweet words to you and you pull the blankets over you two, "Well, once tomorrow comes and you wake up, I'll still be right here beside you." You kiss Spinel's cheek, "Get some rest now. I know you'll want to go out tomorrow."

"Mmm...I guess. Depends."

"On what?"

Spinel looks at you with one eye half open, "You. Night-night, (Y/n)."

So, that could mean many things. It did depend on you, if you wanted to go out or not, but Spinel wouldn't mind cuddle more with you.

The Simple Joys of Life weren't so bad. The gem will want to learn more if it meant you were there to enjoy it with her.