Steven Universe X Reader One Shots

Pearl X Reader: Protecting You

((I based this off "Steven the Sword Fighter"))

You were watching Pearl practice her sword techniques. You admired her form. The way her legs followed one after another. How they bend at the knees to keep her balance. The look of determination that was plastered on Pearl's face. And how her feet pointed reminded of you of her dancing. You were amazed. Watching in awe. You were in such a trance you didn't notice her staring at you. She finished battling with Hologram Pearl, "Match set. Challenger wins!"

You were locked in eye contact with Pearl. You could feel her eyes battling their way into your mind and you quickly lowered your gaze. "You did amazing Pearl." You said shyly. "Um. Thank you (Y/N). But if you do not mind me asking, why were you staring?" You felt a tense feeling constricting your chest.

(Your POV)
"W-Well Pearl I thought..." Oh god. What do I say? Quickly (Y/N) think of something!!  "Maybe you could teach me how to sword fight like you?" There we go. I looked up to see a slight smile on her face. "Oh alright. I guess we would have time for a quick lesson. Come over here. There is much to learn." I walked next to Pearl and she set up Holo-Pearl for me. Setting it to level one. "Ferry, Ferry, Thrust."

Lessons went on after reaching level five Hologram Pearl glitched and went to advanced mode. I kept trying to keep my distance. I didn't know what I was doing anymore. I continued to swat at the hologram until I stumbled backwards. Waiting to feel the sword plunge itself into my chest I heard a familiar sound.

CLANK

I looked up to see Pearl blocking the Hologram's attack. Pearl slashed though the hologram and watched it poof away. She looked at me with a worried face. "Oh (Y/N) I am so sorry! I should've realized that we were over working her. Are you alright? Do you need anything?" She cupped my face and I could feel my face heat up against her cool hands. "Pearl I am okay." I smiled at her and she pulled me into her arms. "Oh thank heavens!"

(Pearl's POV)
I sat there and held (Y/N) in my arms. The reassurance of her safety calmed me. I do remember this feeling. I felt it when me and Rose were battling side by side, but in this moment I didn't think (Y/N) as Rose. I thought of (Y/N) as herself. She was beautiful. "(Y/N). You're gorgeous." I leaned in and softly kisses her lips. They tasted sweet and felt soft. I then pulled away. "I will always protect you. My sweet (Y/N)."