"Reflections of Ruby and Redemption"
Prompt: Steven universe fanfic where Steven after he left the town spends years traveling still experiencing bouts of anger until one he meets a red hooded figure that tries to kill him, he barely holds his own, and once he pulls the hood back he sees an older version of himself but red calling himself red diamond. He comes from an alternate future where he killed everyone he loved because he couldn’t truly accept and love himself. In a moment of panic Steven accidentally kills red and finds the time travel device. It activates on its own and send Steven back in time with just his memories to the beginning of his story. Steven now has a chance to redo his life and maybe learn about who he really is beyond pink diamonds son. And he finds spinel early before her corruption gets too deep.
Story Parts
Part 1
**Rebirth in Redemption**
Years had passed since Steven left Beach City, and he had spent most of them traveling, trying to escape the darkness th...
Part 2
A New Beginning
Steven's eyes were fixed on Spinel, and as he looked into her innocent gaze, he felt a surge of determination. He had to...
Part 3
"Unraveling the Past"
Pearl's eyes widened as she took a step closer to Spinel, her gaze darting back and forth between the young girl and Ste...
Part 4
**The Shattered Facade**
Spinel's voice trembled as she spoke, her eyes fixed on Steven. "I...I was created for Pink Diamond," she said, her word...
Part 5
"Unveiling the Truth"
Steven took a deep breath, his eyes locked on Pearl's tear-stained face. He could see the weight of her secrets, the bur...