One Gem steadfastly declined an invitation to Little Homeschool, a sanctuary on Earth envisioned as a place where Gems from every corner of the cosmos could learn the delicate art of peaceful coexistence.

Amethyst had been assisting Little Homeschool Gems in securing work along the boardwalk, though Steven harbored reservations about her methods.

A sudden call brought Steven a visit from faces of his past, a welcome disruption to his routine. With them came an unexpected addition: a circle of acquaintances he'd never encountered before.

Steven resolved to aid the original Pearl of Pink Diamond in mending the mark upon her face.

A strange confluence of energies manifested at Steven's home, appearing without warning. He regarded this sudden phenomenon with suspicion, wondering at its purpose and the intentions behind its arrival.

Rainbow Quartz 2.0 had planned to coincide with Onion's schedule on the very day Sunstone was set to host a home safety Geminar. It seemed impossible for Steven to be present at both events, and in both of his fused forms, simultaneously.

A sudden snowstorm confines Steven and the Crystal Gems to a single location, offering them an unexpected opportunity for reconnection.

Whispers have reached Steven of two Gems, still engaged in the act of planetary destruction. Should he prove unable to halt their advance, perhaps Lapis can.

Steven and the Gems mark the commencement of Little Homeschool's inaugural graduating class.

Following his departure from Little Homeschool, Steven has taken to cultivating plants as a new passion.

Steven and Peridot settled in to watch a new iteration of their beloved program, *Camp Pining Hearts*.

Pearl extended an invitation to Bismuth, suggesting a visit to the roller rink. Her purpose was unconventional: a lesson in the delicate art of building connections between people.

Connie possesses a remarkably clear sense of her desired future. Steven is determined to find a place within that vision.

For the first time, Steven found himself in a doctor's office.

Greg embarked on a journey with Steven, a quest to uncover the etymology of the word "Universe."

Steven journeyed into the woods to seek instruction from a formidable master.

Seeking guidance on his burgeoning abilities, Steven made his way to the Diamonds.

Steven maintains that all is well.

A disquiet settles over everything. Something is amiss. --- or The situation is far from satisfactory. A sense of unease pervades all things. --- or There is a palpable sense that something is deeply wrong. The world fee…

A sense of resolution had settled upon Steven; he was, at long last, prepared for a new chapter.