I don't own Big Bang Theory, if I did Penny and Sheldon would have hooked up long ago.
This is my first time writing a Big Bang Theory fanfic so I apologize for any inconsistencies.
SEASON 5 – EPISODE 2
Leonard walked up to Raj's apartment and opened the door, revealing Priya on the couch. "Leonard, we need to talk." She stated, gesturing to the seat next to her. Hesitantly he complied and looked at her.
"I should have told you that I'm going back to India but it's not like you think." Priya explained calmly. "I'm only going on a short vacation, no more than a month because I miss my parents."
Leonard's demeanour suddenly brightened. "Then we're not breaking up?" He asked cautiously. "Of course not. Not unless you want to then-" He cut her off with a kiss.
"Now that that's settled, when are you leaving?" Leonard asked, happy he wouldn't remain single. "Next week. Would you come with me and meet my parents?" "Definitely."
Howard knocked on Bernadette's door vigilantly, paranoid that she might never want to speak to him again. She opened it with a stern look on her face.
"Before you say anything, Bernadette I came to apologize." Her face softened a tiny bit. "I got out of hand about the watch, which is one of the best gifts I've ever gotten."
"I know it's not an excuse but the guys always tease me about only having a masters degree in Engineering. When you announced you were getting your PhD, they made fun of me. I guess it finally got to me and I snapped at you." Howard explained, looking into Bernadette's eyes.
"I'm truly sorry and I'm proud of you. Can you forgive me?" He asked, hopeful that the wedding wouldn't be called off. Bernadette sighed, she knew all about it.
"I forgive you, but what's this about 'one of the best gifts you've ever gotten'? What was the best gift you've received?" Bernadette asked, earning a smile from Howard. "You are the best gift I've ever gotten."
Raj and Sheldon sat on the couch with papers sprawled on the living room table. "Okay and sign here, here and here." He said as Raj scribbled his signature on the new and improved roommate agreement.
"How many more of these do I have to sign?" Raj whined, hoping not to get carpel tunnel syndrome. "That will be all Raj. Congratulations you are now officially my new roommate.
Sheldon stood up to place the roommate agreement in his bedroom. "But Sheldon, since you're dating Penny now wouldn't she be a more suitable roommate?"
He stopped near the kitchen. "I have given the matter some thought. However, the duties of a roommate as outlined in the agreement and what's expected of one's girlfriend are completely antagonistic. Don't you agree?"
Raj nodded, that seemed fair. "So you don't want to treat Penny like an delivery-girl? That's actually nice of you Sheldon." "Of course, that's why I have you." Sheldon replied as he walked off to his bedroom.
Knock. Knock. Knock. "Penny."
Knock. Knock. Knock. "Penny."
Knock. Knock. Knock. "Penny."
The door opened for Sheldon. "Yes dear?" She asked sweetly. He then stopped, 'dear'. He chuckled to himself. That was new, the only other terms she used were 'sweetie' and 'honey'.
"It's Halo night. Would you be my partner?" Sheldon asked. "I'd love to. Who are we up against?" Penny asked, walking with him to 4A. "Wolowitz and Koothrapali."
"Oh yeah Leonard's living with Priya temporarily." She said, earning a look from Sheldon. "You mean permanently. I've drawn up the paperwork today and Raj is now my new roommate."
"That fast huh? So what did Leonard say about that?" She asked as he opened the door for her. "Nothing. I haven't told him yet."
"Don't you have to give him a notice or something that he's kicked out?" Penny asked, picking up a controller. Sheldon sat down in his spot. "He sent out a tweet that he's leaving for India with Priya so it's for the best."
The door opened revealing Howard and Raj. "Alright Sheldon ready to lo-eep!" "Raj do you think you will ever be able to talk in the same room as me?" Penny asked as he mouthed a 'no' and sat down on the couch.
"He moved his lips, that's an improvement right?" Penny asked.
"This is awesome, a whole month alone with Priya." Leonard exclaimed, packing his clothes. "I just hope your parents approve of me." Raj shook his head.
"Leonard you are the whitest guy she has ever dated. You're whiter than chalk, what do you think they'll say?" He asked, watching Leonard think.
"They'll say that diversity will produce stronger offspring?" Leonard asked, zipping up his suitcase. "Yeah with grandchildren that are lactose intolerant and can't process melon and corn." Raj added, walking toward his closet.
"So that's it? You've moved all of your stuff out?" Leonard sat the suitcase on the floor. "Pretty much, I just need to move the furniture out and then you can put your stuff in." Raj then helped him move his second suitcase into the hall.
"Where's Sheldon?" Leonard asked. "He went to Amy's house. He also told me to tell you to have a safe flight." "Okay, tell him I said thanks." Raj nodded.
"What time is your flight tomorrow Leonard?" "It's at 10 AM." Raj then wheeled it toward the front door. "You don't have to come and see me off since you have work."
"Really?" Raj asked. "I thought you might want us to come. What about Penny? Did you tell her goodbye?"
Leonard went stiff, "I don't think it would be a good idea to see her, considering our previous conversation." "You told her you loved her didn't you?" Raj asked smirking as he watched Leonard's expression.
"Don't you dare hurt my sister. Have a safe trip Leonard." Raj added waving goodbye as Leonard descended down the stairs.
"I think Priya would probably hurt me. Damn it why hasn't the elevator been fixed?"
"I heard an interesting rumour Sheldon. Are you experimenting with Meme Theory again?" Amy asked, handing him a glass of Yoo-Hoo before sitting down. "You mean me dating Penny? That's not a rumour."
"Interesting. How did this happen?" She asked, opening a pack of cigarettes for her monkey. "It's actually not complicated. Penny was intoxicated, we had coitus and then I asked her out."
Amy handed the monkey a new lighter. "Fascinating. And you're attracted to Penny?" Sheldon didn't hesitate. "Essentially, yes."
"Then where do we proceed from here?" She asked, sitting down beside him. "That's why I came. Amy, would you be open to remaining my friend?"
"Of course Sheldon. I'm quite content that you're dating my bestie." Amy replied, taking a sip of her glass. "We'll have to tell your mother that we're not 'dating' anymore." Sheldon said, emphasizing dating in air quotes.
"No need, I'll tell her the news."
Sheldon walked into his apartment to find Raj 'conversing' with Penny. She was trying to force him to talk to her and it was actually going well. He managed to squeak out a few words to her before retreating back to silence.
"Eek!" He squeaked to Penny as soon as he noticed Sheldon come in. He pointed to Sheldon's spot where Penny was currently sitting. "Oops, sorry Sheldon."
He walked past them and placed his jacket on his chair. "No need Penny. You are my girlfriend now so you may sit in 0,0,0,0."
Penny smiled at that as Raj went pale, Sheldon was changing too quickly for him. Or has he been this way for a while but was just hiding it?
"It's alright Sheldon. Unless, we could sit together in your spot." She asked, eyeing Sheldon. "I don't understand, there's only room for one person on one cushion unless one person- oh."
Raj rolled his eyes, making Penny laugh.
"That was a pretty good movie Sheldon." Penny said, standing up from the couch. "Why thank you Penny. I picked 'Red Riding Hood' due to your preferences." Raj then started crying again, and blew his nose into his last tissue.
"I'll walk you to your door." Sheldon offered, allowing Penny to lead the way. "I had a great time Sheldon." "Me too. Goodnight Penny."
Sheldon said ready to turn around when Penny stopped him, kissing him on the cheek, leaving behind an imprint of her lipstick. "Goodnight Sheldon."
She closed the door and Sheldon paused for a minute, touching his cheek and felt his heart rate quicken. "Fascinating."
He walked back inside to see Raj wiping his tears. "Oh my god, I haven't cried this much since the last Twilight movie. I love America."
Raj stopped and looked at Sheldon's cheek. "Penny kissed you goodnight huh? Lucky. I have no one to kiss me."
Sheldon just smirked at him, still feeling her lips on his cheek. "I could get used to this."
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