Leonard sat on his bed, trying to stay away from the gang before his date. He didn't want to be subject to jokes or criticism that would come with going out with Penny tonight. He just needed his zen.

Browsing his Facebook, he noticed his relationship status said Single. Wonder if that will change in the future. He checked the time on his laptop, 6:40 p.m, 20 minutes to go. Knowing how long Penny takes when she got dressed to go out, he knew she would be ready at 7:00 p.m. He began to browse through his folders on his laptop. He came across a folder titled "Penny." He had realized that he still kept all of their pictures that they took when they were together. One picture that stood out to him was a picture they took on their 5 month anniversary. They had gone out to dinner that night and Leonard surprised Penny by taking her to the Santa Monica pier. That night, they sat on the edge of the pier gazing out into the Pacific.

Leonard?

Yeah? He answered her, seeing her gaze into his eyes.

Why are you so wonderful? asking him softly.

He remembered the feeling that ran throughout his body. He got the sense that they were the only two individuals in the world. Nothing could ruin this moment between them.

Because I would do anything to make you happy Penny. His response made her smile and shed a tear of joy. He meant every word he said to her. He always would and still would do anything to make Penny happy, and she knew it.

Leonard's thoughts about this picture were put at a pause when his phone went off.

Text Message: Penny: Almost Ready to Go..5 more minutes

Penny was in her bathroom. Her hair was straight and in her eyes, looked perfect. Her makeup was simple, but brought out her beauty even more. She knew she didn't have to be someone she wasn't around Leonard. He cared and respected her no matter what she looked like. Penny though looked her best tonight. She wanted Leonard to know she was all in to try and create a relationship like they once had. Tonight is gonna' be a good night. No expectations, no worries, just be yourself. Penny had to reassure herself to be comfortable and relaxed. She wanted this date to work out in the worst way, but she wanted not to push the envelope too far. Just be Penny. Penny knew deep down she still had feelings for Leonard. These feelings never seemed to drift away after they broke up. Unlike other relationships Penny found herself in, she was able to get over an ex-boyfriend within a few weeks. Leonard, on the other hand, was a different ex-boyfriend. She tried her hardest to date other guys to get over Leonard, but it was impossible for these feelings to drift away. She knew she had made a mistake when she saw Leonard dating Priya. In Penny's mind, he was 'the one that got away.' This second chance tonight was her way in telling Leonard everything she felt insider her. She prayed that he would feel the same.

Penny glanced at herself once more in the mirror. Her phone buzzed with a text from Leonard.

Ready to go?

Penny replied: Yes :)