Jasper X Reader (Steven Universe X Human Reader)

Jasper x Reader (Steven Universe x Human Reader)

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-It had taken literal months for Jasper to fully accept Steven and the rest of the Crystal Gems as no longer being a threat. Never mind the fact that Steven WAS her beloved Diamond.

-Steven had wanted to help her better adjust, but with Lapis and Jasper’s rocky relationship, and Jasper’s struggling with the sudden changes, he asked Bismuth to help build a new house where the Barn used to be. That way she could join them when she wanted, and stay in the new house when feeling overwhelmed.

-Steven was worried about one major detail though. He didn’t want Jasper to be by herself. He had been truly alone only a few times and it had been enough for him to realize that it was an awful feeling.

-So, when he found you and Jasper hanging out and chatting like old friends, he decided to ask you if you’d like to come over to the temple and talk sometime.

-In reality, he was only wanting to know if you could hang around with Jasper more

-Imagine his surprise when you said: “More? We already hang out, like, every day!”

-Jasper was extremely embarrassed when she found out Steven had talked to you about you two. Although, it came off as anger rather than embarrassment.

-You were joking around with Jasper one morning, after having a sleepover, and mentioned how you practically lived here now. She perked at that and muttered that she wouldn’t mind the company. Jasper was staring at the jug of milk in your hand as you poured it into a glass that was from your own home.

-Even though you two hung out quite a lot, there was something under the surface neither of you addressed.

-After a couple more months of impromptu sleepovers and weekend binging of TV shows, you finally decided to move in. Of course, that made Jasper very happy, as well as nervous.

-Okay, so she rather liked you. Even though you were weaker and smaller and softer and sweeter, and an all around good person. She liked you. Although she’d shatter herself before she told anyone.

-It was only after the Crystal Gems and co. came over to hang out, that Jasper felt jealous and possessive.

-You were laughing at something Lapis had said, Peridot and Ros- Steven, joining in as well.

-She had been pouting the entire time, refusing to make eye contact, and grumbling when you asked her questions. You eventually slammed the front door in frustration and stormed towards the garden areas.

-After a while, Lapis volunteered to go look for you, to which Jasper shot up off the couch and told Lapis that she’d look for you.

-She found you at the end of the garden, Watering-can in hand, gently tipping it over the greenery.

-Jasper wanted to apologize, but pride and stubbornness won out.

-You knew she was there, and you knew you had overreacted. But you also knew that she’d come looking for you. And no, she wouldn’t apologize, but she’d be here, and she’d try to start a conversation.

-That was really all that mattered. That she tried and wanted to spend time with you.

-By the time you were finished, Jasper was sitting behind you and staring at the sunset in deep thought.

-Neither of you apologized

-Neither of you spoke.

-You sat beside her quietly and looked out at the sunset as well.

-It slowly crawled behind the lush green fields and allowed the stars to slowly seep into sight. You were tired from being out and working, your legs and back were aching, and your feet were killing you.

-So, gently, as to not disturb the serenity of the scene, you rested against her side, leaning your head softly onto her bicep. She shifted slightly, and for a moment you feared she was going to push you away.

-She didn’t.

-Instead, she lifted her arm and grabbed onto your thigh, lifting you and pulling you on top of her lap. She seemed to second guess herself when you moved around, but smiled stiffly when you leaned back against her.

-You weren’t quite sure how much time had passed exactly, and it didn’t really matter. All that mattered was the closeness the two of you were sharing together.

-Much to your surprise, Jasper was the first to break the silence.

“I, uh- you were- hm. What is your favorite star?”

An odd question, but Jasper wasn’t normal.

“I think I like them all equally, what’s yours?”

“That one over there, the one that’s bigger than the other ones next to it.”

“Why?”

She fell silent, then glanced down at you. You looked up to see an almost painful expression on her face.

Oh. Homeworld.

You had learned everything about it from recollections of the Crystal Gems. Mainly Pearl, when she produced a video from her gem.

You looked away from Jasper and your eyes rested on her hand. You placed yours on top of hers in a comforting manner. She twisted her hand around to tightly grasp it, keeping you from moving it.

“Jasper…?-”

She pressed her face into your neck, her back hunching downwards as she wrapped her arms around you. “I’m fine.” She seared, you instinctively knew not to question her further; instead, you twisted yourself around in her embrace, wove your arms around her neck, and hugged her as tightly as you could. You both stayed that way for a while, feeding off of one another’s energy to stay afloat. You were the one to break contact, however, it wasn’t for long. Your hand slid upwards to frame her cheek; you moved your other hand to rest on her shoulder.

“It’s okay, Jasper.” You whispered; she turned her head away from your hand. She scoffed and glared at you. Had you moved to fast? Did she- was she- was she not interested? You thought you had been reading the signs right… Even still. You pressed forwards. “I’m here.”

Her eyes met yours once again, and this time, they stayed. She hesitated, mouth opening slightly before closing again. She leaned down once more; you expected a hug, not a full mouth kiss. You had to blink several times to realize what was going on. “Jas-” She cut you off with another kiss. You gave in and heavily sank against her, returning the kiss with enthusiasm. She only stopped when you grasped her right horn, scars that were left over from the corruption.

After pulling back, she watched as you opened your eyes. You had stars in your eyes, causing Jasper to laugh and stand; pulling you up along with her.

“C'mon, let’s head back.”

BONUS~

Jasper turned around to start the trek back, only to freeze. “Jas? What’s wrong?” She quickly shushed you and crouched. You immediately followed her lead. That’s when you heard it. Whispering.

Wha-…oh…

Jasper hunched lower, then pushed herself up and pounced on something or someone behind the corn. “AGH-HEY! YOU CLOD!! LET ME GO! I’ll have you know I watched season 4 episode 37 of Camp Pining Hearts! Which means I have practically mastered Karate! I-RUN STEVEN!!!!”

~Momma Cat