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Penny's day after

Penny rolled over in bed, cursing the sun's rays that were peeking through the window. She was really going to have to get better curtains. The evening was so much fun. She had missed spending time with her two best friends so much, Things started to get a little raucous after the third bottle of wine. Amy pushed for playing Truth or Dare in an effort to wheedle information out of Penny about what happened in New York. Bernadette pounced on the chance by trying Never did I Ever when Penny successfully fended off Amy by choosing Dare five times in a row.

Right now though, Penny just had to giggle to herself thinking how she had texted Leonard to come over and trade places with Amy when the evening started to slow down. When Leonard came over, accompanied by Sheldon and Howard, the sight of them trying to control their significant others was just too cute. It took both Leonard and Sheldon to take Amy across the hall and as far as Penny could imagine, carefully place her on the couch. Penny was sure that Sheldon would exact some sort of retribution on her. Howard's trials with a very excited Bernadette were much more interesting to behold. If it wasn't for the little blonde's impaired motor skills, Penny was quite sure Bernadette would have taken Howard right there in the living room regardless of who was watching.

When Leonard came back from 4A, he found Penny entrenched in the bathroom lying next to the toilet. Things were not progressed so far that Leonard had to worry so much, as it turned out, Penny had just fallen off, an admission that Leonard could not help laughing at, much to the displeasure of his incredibly adorable fiancée.

Leonard had every intention of helping Penny into her sleep shorts and tank top, something that was not as easy as it may have seemed. Penny had held in all tales of their renewed sex life all evening. The thoughts of her fiancé had made her extremely horny and she was now shedding each piece of clothing as Leonard attempted to place her in the other. To Leonard's dismay, Penny was also managing to shed him of his garments. As in most things athletic, Penny had won the day and managed to get Leonard in Bed. Penny managed to push Leonard onto his back and climb on top of him with the most adorably sly expression accentuated by her incredibly dilated green eyes before the evenings events took effect. Penny leaned in to kiss the love of her life and just softly slid off falling quickly into a slumber complete with the soft snores that Leonard loved so much.

Penny was brought out of her recollection when the pressure in her bladder overtook the pounding in her head. Penny gingerly got out of bed and made her way past the strewn clothing from the night before and accomplished her morning's ablutions. Penny had remembered that Leonard had an appointment with Bernadette that morning, something that had to do with Sheldon's wedding planning meeting. Quite frankly, if it were her that Leonard was waiting on, Leonard would be sitting and waiting for a very long time.

Penny decided upon washing her hands, that walking around the apartment naked was probably not such a good idea so she grabbed her robe and went to the kitchen. Coffee was the least of the things she needed to address the onslaught of sensory overload that was coming down upon her.

Just as Penny had rummaged through the cupboard for coffee and pain killers, Leonard came through the door carrying a tray with two tall coffees and two bags. Penny looked over and just sighed. "Morning Sweetie, please tell me that's coffee…"

Leonard smiled at the rather disheveled woman looking over at him from behind a screen of fallen hair. "Yup… and some plain bagels to soothe and get something in your stomach and some pain killer for what I assume is a pretty formidable headache."

Penny put both hands on the counter and just let out a huge sigh. "You are just too good to me… why do you keep coming back?"

Leonard placed the bagels and the coffee on the coffee table and quickly made his way over to Penny. He filled a large glass with water and handed her some pain killer. "Here, take these and drink all the water, you're undoubtedly dehydrated." Penny dutifully took the medication. He then took her by the waist and guided her to the couch. "Here, have something to eat".

Penny snuggled close, pulling her legs up under her and leaning in the crook of Leonard's shoulder, took a sip of coffee and reached for a bagel. "Did Bernadette make your appointment?"

Leonard smiled. "Yes, but she doesn't look much better than you do". Leonard picked up his own coffee and placed a tender kiss on the head of his rather docile fiancée. After a rather quiet snuggle time, Leonard leaned over to make sure Penny had not fallen asleep. "How are you doing? Would you like to try and get ready for the day?"

Penny smiled up at him. "Shhhh…If we sit here longer, the day will just go away".

Leonard giggled. "Yes it will, but if you fall asleep, you will be up all night. What do you say, I run you a bath and we get the day started?" Penny just smiled and fell to the couch as Leonard got up and went to the bathroom.

Leonard came back to the living room to the sweetest vision. Penny was lying on her side, her legs pulled up slightly and her hands were tucked under her head, her face a tranquil relaxed expression with the slightest hint of a smile. Leonard was almost reluctant to wake her.

As he sat on the coffee table deciding what to do Penny's smile broadened. "Will you help me into the tub?"

Leonard smiled back. "Today… I'm all yours. I have nothing planned, and you are my first priority". With that, Leonard stood and took her hand in his and led her into the bathroom.

When they got there, Penny noticed a bubble bath. "Oh… Leonard… You shouldn't have…" She immediately threw her arms around his neck and kissed him.

Leonard smiled into the kiss. When Penny pulled back, Leonard brushed her hair behind her ear. "First, I need to wash that hair of yours." He took her to the sink and turned on the faucet. Leonard went to get one of the stools from the kitchen so Penny could rest while he shampooed her hair. Penny folded her arms on the edge of the sink and smiled as Leonard put first shampoo and then conditioner in her hair and softly lathered and massaged her scalp.

Penny just relished in the attention. As Leonard finished, he turned and added hot water to the tub and another dose of bubble bath. "I'm not sure of the measurements, so I hope you approve. I mixed in some bath salts to add to the experience."

Penny could hardly believe what he did for her. Never before had any of her previous boyfriends treated her so elegantly… especially after a night out with the girls and a morning hangover. Penny just dropped her robe and proceeded to lift Leonard's shirt over his head. "Come in with me please?"

Leonard did not have the heart to say no, so he dropped his pants and climbed into the tub, helping Penny in after he was settled, taking her into his lap and wrapping her in his arms. "This is not exactly the most efficient way of getting cleaned up and ready for the day…"

Penny sighed with a huge smile on her face as she cuddled deeper into his hold. "If efficiency is what you were after, you should have just turned on the shower. Now Shhhhh, and just hold me."

Leonard did as he was told, more than happy to waste away the remainder of the morning, holding Penny and relishing in the warmth of the bath. It wasn't too long before the both of them fell asleep.

After a long while, the water had cooled to the point it sent a shiver through Leonard. As his body shook, Penny woke up. She also felt the chill and sat up quickly, let out the water from the tub and stood. She reached down and helped Leonard up. "Sweetie… we're all pruney…." Penny giggled as she looked at Leonard and then turned on the shower with very warm water. "And… look…shrinkage…" She pulled Leonard into a hug. "Poor Baby" Penny tried to soothe Leonard's damaged ego giving him a passionate kiss he eagerly returned. It wasn't long before the close contact of their bodies had an effect on Leonard. Penny reached between them. "That's more like it." They quickly washed and toweled off before Penny pulled Leonard into the bedroom. "Now.. as I recall… I had an idea last night that we sorta didn't follow through on".

Leonard looked at her as they climbed under the covers. "We? Nu uh.. You didn't follow through… you fell off…"

Penny smiled shyly, a little disappointed at the memory. "I didn't hurt anything did I?"

Leonard saw the look on her face. "You were having a little trouble saddling up the Stallion... so nothing was hurt except for the fact I was all dressed up and then had nowhere to go... Now THIS time... I think we need to be a little more careful." Leonard carefully leaned over Penny as she laid on her back smiling up at him. Penny pulled him down and moaned into their kiss as she accepted him tenderly. Just to make sure no one would fall off, Penny wrapped her legs around Leonard's waist pulling him that much closer. Leonard was gentile, mindful of her earlier headache, making the experience last until both of them were satisfied and he held her close.

Penny stood in front of the mirror, placing in a pair of ear rings. She picked out a pair that Leonard had given her, one of her favorites. She wanted to look good for him tonight. He had pandered to her wishes all afternoon. The afternoon was lazy, just mostly cuddling with Leonard getting her water and more medication while they watched Sex in the city yet again.

Now they were going to go to one of their favorite bistro's for a light dinner, Penny had asked that they leave the apartment for the evening , she just wanted to get out. It was only a short drive to the restaurant. They asked for a booth in the back so it would be a little more quiet. Penny looked at Leonard as he scanned the menu. He looked so handsome. "Sweetie…. You never told me what your meeting with Bernadette was about."

Leonard smiled up at her. "It was nothing… we just talked about whether we should have a religious ceremony or not…"

Penny sipped her water. "Gee I didn't really think about that…. What do you think?"

Leonard put his menu down. "Well… I don't really have any preference. Religion was not a big part of how I was brought up".

Penny looked over "Sweetie… nothing was a big part of how you were brought up… it's a wonder you turned out as good as you did… in spite of your parents".

Leonard shrugged. "I just want the day to be special for you… so if you want a formal wedding… that would be fine with me."

Penny thought. "Well… we did go to church whenever it struck mom to get us all up together. It was a real chore… let me tell you… Denise was pretty much okay with it.. but Kenny NEVER wanted to go… and then there was me…." Penny giggled. "I guess I had that 11:00 AM rule for longer that I would like to admit."

Leonard asked. "How about your sister… did she have a religious wedding?"

Penny sighed. "Nah… she was pregnant with my nephew Benny… She was sure that Daddy would kill her if he knew.. so she and Frank just went into the next county and eloped."

Leonard was interested. "So.. how'd that work out?…"

Penny smiled. "Well… aside from some rough parts… and shooting him in the leg… things worked out pretty well for them".

Leonard waved his hand. "Good to know, but I mean them eloping… how did that go over with your parents".

Penny understood better. "Oh… yeah… well. Daddy was pretty upset, but he got over it… you wouldn't think it to look at her, but mom is more of a free spirit… she was good with it".

Leonard pushed a little harder. "So do you think it would be better if we got married in a church?"

Penny reached out for his hand. "Honey… I don't care as long as we agree, and as long as our families and friends are there… and you… you have to be there too." Leonard just laughed at the last statement. Penny then looked deeply into Leonard's eyes and marveled at the love she could feel for this man. "I guess that it really was a dream of mine to have a proper wedding... Is that really okay?" the last words came out so softly and as if she were a little ashamed to ask.

Leonard smiled... Penny, It would be my pleasure and my fondest wish to Marry you in a proper wedding..."

Penny once again went to the other side of the table so she could get close to Leonard. The snuggling was fun, but it also made it easier to steal food from his plate. She looked over and smiled as she stabbed at his plate. She thought to herself, "Dammit if he doesn't always get the better meal". The rest of the night was just a nice meal and comfortable conversation between two young people deeply in love with each other.