A/N: OK, I have moved rating to M as this story moves forward ;-) enjoy!
Sheldon was thankful. It was about 10 full minutes after Amy had left before he was able to move from his position on the floor. He was thankful no-one had come into his office and seen him sat surrounded by picnic food and blanket; but also thankful his knowledge of physics was such he could loose his mind in it and calm his body from the state he felt himself in increasingly. Standing he began piling up the plates and containers Amy had left and folded the blanket. He returned the canteen trays and washed the plates and glasses Amy had obviously brought with her. Making a pile next to his office door Sheldon decided he would wait until he saw Amy this weekend to return them, he needed to distance himself so he could work out the latest reaction he had had to seeing her.
"Why are you carrying a picnic blanket and plates?" Leonard asked as he walked with Sheldon to the car that evening.
"Amy stopped by for lunch."
"And you made her a picnic?" Leonard could not disguise the tone of surprise in his voice.
"No, she made me one." Sheldon stated quietly knowing this conversation was inevitable but still wishing it didn't have to happen.
"So why have you got all that stuf?" Leonard nodded towards the bag and blanket Sheldon cradled in his arms.
"Because Amy had to return to work. I will give it back at the weekend."
Sensing there was more to this than Sheldon was telling him, but not sure he really wanted to know, Leonard just nodded and changed the subject much to Sheldon's relief. By the time they had reached Los Robles Sheldon was more relaxed and already planning the evening entertainment.
"Hey guys." Said a cheery voice as Penny turned the corner of the stairs they were just about to climb.
"Hi!" Leonard grinned moving to kiss his girlfriend. "You off to work?"
"Yep! You fancy coming to keep me company I am working the bar tonight?"
"He can't Penny; tonight Leonard and I plan on beating Raj and Howard first at halo then, if they haven't left in disgust at their humiliation, I am proposing a rousing game of wii bowling. We need to practise and fine tune our skills should the need ever arise to defeat another of my mortal enemies."
Penny blinked at Sheldon's enthusiastic explanation before ignoring him completely and saying to Leonard. "You know where I am if you fancy a change!" then patting his arm consolingly she turned her attention to Sheldon, "So did you have dinner out tonight?"
"No Penny you know I refuse to eat food outside unless absolutely necessary."
"Then, and I know I am going to regret asking this, why are you carrying a picnic blanket and plates and glasses?"
Leonard grinned at Sheldon's suddenly flushed cheeks. "He had a romantic assignation with his girlfriend at lunch."
"Awwww Sheldon that is so romantic! I bet Amy was impressed."
"Amy arranged it." Sheldon muttered "Now if you'll excuse me..." and before either Leonard or Penny could respond he bounded away from them up the stairs.
"What the frak..." Penny looked at Leonard hoping he could explain what had just happened. "Did I touch a nerve."
"I think so. I don't know what has happened but he clearly doesn't want to talk about it. All he said to me was Amy brought a picnic to the office at lunchtime; but as she had to leave he will return the equipment, his term, at the weekend."
"I hope he hasn't upset her, why she had to leave. I'll text her when I get to work. I need to go sweetie I'll see you later." And kissing him quickly she left leaving Leonard to climb the stairs and face an evening of games with his friends.
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"Hi Ames!" Penny grinned as her friend entered the bar.
"Hi Penny. I am so glad you called. I have had a lovely day and this is the perfect end to it, spending it with my bestie."
"So Sheldon hasn't upset you then?"
"No, why would you think that?"
"Because he said you had had to leave early at lunchtime and hadn't been able to take back the picnic equipment."
"Oh," Amy blushed. "I had actually not thought of that," realising she had been so happy at Sheldon's response she had left everything spread all over the floor in his office. "Was he cross?"
"Cross? No, embarrassed that we mentioned it, but certainly not cross."
"Good. I made him train pancakes, he loved them."
"Yes, the way to Sheldon's heart is definitely via trains and food. Sad but true."
"Well we had a nice time and I am not complaining." Amy smiled
"So things are going OK then, with you and Sheldon?"
"Oh yes. He has tried so hard. He is going to come stay at mine at the weekend."
"Wow! That is new! Just don't be surprised if he asks you to sleep on the sofa." Penny grimaced as she remembered Sheldon's aversion to her own sofa and demanding the bed for himself when he had been forced to stay at hers.
"I don't think that will happen." Amy said quietly.
"Really?" Penny looked at Amy closely, "you think he will want to share a bed?"
"We have done it before."
"Amy! How come I am only hearing this now."
"Because it is still so new, and private. Besides Sheldon wont thank me for telling you!"
"Hmm Well be warned I will expect an update first thing Monday morning!" Penny grinned.
As she watched Penny work Amy thought about the weekend ahead. Her first thought had been a big romantic seduction. Low lighting candles nice food, but the more she thought about it she realised this would just freak Sheldon out. No, she would cook him dinner, try out the new pancake mould at breakfast and let him decide how the rest of the evening unfolded. After all he was becoming much more confident in initiating kisses now. Maybe that was the answer. Let him make the move. Smiling as she sipped her wine Amy pulled out her phone and sent Sheldon a text.
Hi. hope you are beating the others! I am sure you are. I just wanted to thank you for lunch and to say I will be home from work on Saturday at 5. If you want to come earlier to do your washing at mine that is fine, you have a key. Ax
It was much later, when she was getting into bed that Sheldon replied.
Thank you Amy. I may take you up on your offer. Although it will mean my timing is different at least I can complete the chore on the correct day. Would you like me to order dinner for when you get home? S.
Smiling Amy replied. I will cook us spaghetti when I get in; it wont take long. Good night Sheldon x
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The rest of the week was uneventful for Sheldon, he maintained some contact with Amy talking via phone call and text but her workload meant he didn't see her again. By the time Saturday arrived Sheldon decided to do his washing at home rather than Amy's just so he didn't have to carry it there and back on the bus. He had originally planned to ask Penny to take him to Amy's, but the thought of her interrogation was too much, so donning his bus pants and carrying an overnight bag Sheldon left 4A and made his way to Amy's. It was 4 o'clock when he arrived and letting himself in he glanced around.
It seemed odd being here without her. In fact he felt so awkward that for the first 15 minutes he sat perched on the edge of the sofa his bag on his knee. Glancing at his watch for what must have been the 10th time he realised he had a considerable wait still until Amy arrived, so standing he made his way to her bedroom and placed his bag down beside her bed before after a cursory glance at the neat room he fled back to his spot on the sofa. Why did he feel so awkward? he wondered to himself. It was not as if he was here uninvited. Relaxing a little he shuffled back so he was sat more comfortably and closed his eyes. He felt comfortable here. In fact he felt as comfortable here on this sofa as he did at home in his spot. This realisation made him nervous. When had that happened! Standing he made his way to the kitchen and opening the fridge saw water and yoohoo and wine alongside various other foods he assumed Amy had brought for the weekend. Surveying them quickly he saw she actually had the ingredients for him to make dinner. Maybe not the spaghetti she had promised but he knew she was only doing that for him anyway. Rolling up his sleeves Sheldon's set to work.
When Amy arrived home, tired after what had been a very busy week, she was greeted with Sheldon stood glass of wine in his hand, a smile on his face and the smell of chilli bubbling on the stove.
"Wow!" She grinned accepting the glass but standing on tiptoe to kiss Sheldon's cheek. "Wow if you greet me like this every night you can move in immediately!" she grinned.
Sheldon blushed and stepped back unsure of how to respond. Amy dropped her work bag and shrugged of her jacket; taking another sip of wine she said "it smells wonderful Sheldon but you didn't have to do this."
"I know, but I was here and you had the ingredients and you brought lunch to me the other day so I am returning the favour."
Amy nodded and said, "let me go change I wont be long."
Making her way to her bathroom Amy looked at her reflection in the mirror. She was confused. Her first thought was how romantic. Sheldon cooking, taking care of her, thinking of her. But he had said he was returning the favour. Was this just his way of settling what he considered as some kind of debt? she hoped not, hoped he didn't feel obliged to do this. Stripping quickly and stepping under the warm water of the shower Amy washed and began to feel some of the work tension leave. The smell was making her hungry so, deciding on comfort rather than style, she put on her pyjamas and made her away back into the living room.
"Pyjamas?" Sheldon question. "You are going to eat in pyjamas?"
"Sheldon I have had the longest week! I am starving and these are comfortable."
Shrugging at her unusual behaviour Sheldon set her plate before her and handed her back the wine she had half drank.
"Sheldon this is lovely!" Amy smiled.
"Good. So did you get everything you needed to do done today?" he asked.
"Mostly yes. In fact one of the technicians is taking the early shift so I don't have to go in until lunch time tomorrow."
"You need to rest." Sheldon nodded.
"I know. And I will. Once this weekend is over it should return back to a more normal schedule." Amy glanced around. "Where is your washing?"
"I didn't bring it. I came on the bus, I dint want to carry it so I did it before I left. in fact it worked out well, I may consider making that my new time."
Amy grinned. "Well if it means you get to come here and cook for me I'm all for it! You did plan on staying didn't you?"
"Yes, I left my bag in your room. I hope that's OK?"
"Of course it is. What did Leonard say about you staying?
"Nothing. Penny made a few comments last night but Leonard told her to stop so I was spared. I take it she found out from you I was staying?"
Amy nodded "You don't mind do you that I told her?"
"No I suppose not; it is not as if it was a secret." Sheldon admitted reluctantly as he moved to clear the table. "I meant to say I brought back you picnic stuff it is in the cupboard. Now that did invite teasing!"
Amy smiled "They will get used to it don't worry."
Sheldon nodded. Rinsing the dishes before placing them in the dish washer he washed his hands then turned to see Amy placing a glass of yoohoo and 2 chocolate desserts on the living room table.
He frowned "What are you after? "
Amy sniggered. "So mistrustful! Did I ask you that when you cooked me dinner? No! Come on."
Amy patted the seat next to her and Sheldon sitting down smiled. "I love chocolate pudding."
"I know you do."
"Thank you Amy."
"Thank you Sheldon. It was a lovely surprise." Snuggling in next to him she sat contentedly as he flicked through the TV channels for something to watch. Amy realised cuddling with Sheldon was now one of her favourite activities. Listening to his heartbeat, feeling his warmth. They didn't need to talk, just being there was enough. She closed her eyes not really interested in the programme he had chosen and felt herself fully relax for the first time this week.
"Amy...Amy...Amy..." Sheldon shook Amy gently.
"You fell asleep," he stated as she blinked up at him. "We should go to bed. Its late and you are obviously exhausted."
Nodding Amy let Sheldon help her up and lead her to the bathroom. She washed her face brushed her teethe and climbed into bed. By the time Sheldon had himself used the bathroom and changed any was sound asleep again. Climbing in beside her Sheldon closed his eyes. This was nice. He hadn't thought he would like sharing but it was comforting to know she was there.
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Amy didn't move. She had woken a few minutes ago and the first thing that occurred to her was Sheldon was not on the other side of the bed as he had been the previous time they had shared a bed.
No. Now he was pressed up against her back his knees bent into the curve of hers and his breath gentle against her neck as he snored softly.
This isn't what had caused Amy to freeze. Her bottom was nestled against what could only be described as a very aroused Sheldon Cooper! She didn't know what to do. Firstly she was shocked that this very obvious occurrence hadn't woken him; but also the fact that she had never felt anything like it before. What should she do? If she woke him she was sure he would be embarrassed. Should she get up and pretend it hadn't happened? Maybe it was normal?
She tried to move away but Sheldon just followed.
"Sheldon." she whispered. "Sheldon wake up!" She reached behind her to try shaking him; but this she discovered meant she also rubbed against him and moaning in his now half sleep Sheldon moved and against her almost unconsciously his arm hugging her as he said "Amy?"
"Sheldon I should move."
Now fully awake and processing the situation he found himself in, Sheldon said "Amy please don't move."
"What? Why?"
"Because if you move I might... oh good lord..." Sheldon slowly removed his arm and said again "Amy don't move." He was so close to exploding he was scared if she moved he would embarrass himself further if that was possible.
Frozen in place Amy whispered "Are you OK?"
"Uuummmm..." Sheldon couldn't talk, he was trying to focus on something other than the warm body nestling his.
"Sheldon? Talk to me."
"Shhh Amy I cant. Oh god..." squeezing his eyes tight Sheldon flipped quickly onto his back almost tossing Amy out of bed so sudden was his movement.
"Do you want to use the bathroom?" Amy asked. She really had no idea what to do. Her reading and biology knowledge had only explained the reasons and purpose of the bodies reactions, now faced with it beside her she didn't know what to do to help him. A grown woman as ill equiped to deal with the situation as a young girl.
"Sheldon can I help? Tell me what to do..."
"Amy please. Don't talk. I cant move, I need... oh god, Amy I can hear you and smell you and I..."
"Do you want me to leave you? Give you some privacy?"
She saw Sheldon nod and reluctantly Amy moved to get out of bed. "Amy?"
She turned to look at Sheldon and saw his eyes blue and scared. He was as unprepared for this as her, as nervous as her. Reassured Amy said,
"Sheldon its OK, honestly its OK. Please let me help..."
Not waiting for his answer Amy moved to get a towel from the bathroom, she half expected Sheldon to have bolted by the time she had returned but he was exactly as she had left him, on his back eyes now closed muttering under his breath.
Pulling the covers back gently Amy gasped as she saw her first erection; pressed against the pyjama pants of her boyfriend. "Oh my..."
"That's not helping." Sheldon muttered.
"Sorry." she smiled. "Here," she held up the towel. "Sheldon show me what you do."
Sheldon shook his head. mortified this was happening wishing he had stayed home.
Amy lay back down and whispered "Sheldon please don't be embarrassed. I'm not going to touch you I promise."
Sheldon turned his head. "Amy kiss me." He pleaded, and as her lips met his Sheldon groaned.
The kiss, gentle at first, became more exploratory. Amy keeping her hands confined to Sheldon's head and shoulders but letting her tongue trace his. She felt him shift and realised he had moved one hand to free himself. He moaned as she kissed him again and he began to shift desperate for release as Amy pulled her mouth away.
She kissed his ear and whispered "It's OK Sheldon." and unable to contain himself Sheldon groaned as he found the release he desperately needed.
Amy stroked his head and whispered "I love you Sheldon" as she felt him stop shaking.
Sheldon wanted to run but Amy pulled back and said "Sheldon please look at me." He reluctantly lifted his eyes.
"Its OK. This is OK. I mean it Sheldon I love you."
Sheldon smiled. "I love you too Amy."
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