Sheldon was nervous about talking to Amy the next night. He had been slightly distracted all day. He had missed the concerned looks between Raj, Howard and Leonard over lunch, and had just pushed his salad around on his plate while his friends discussed the latest campus gossip. He had agreed to goodness knows what for vintage video night, and by the time Leonard had returned with the Chinese that evening, Sheldon was very hungry.

He was so distracted that he did not moan when, yet again, Leonard got his order wrong. He lost in spectacular style at the game Howard had chosen, and was quite frankly relieved when he could excuse himself to retire to his room to talk to Amy.

Propped up with his back against his head board Sheldon connected to Skype and waited for Amy to reply.

"Good evening Amy." Sheldon said and seeing Amy's smiling face.

"Good evening Sheldon." Sheldon noticed Amy looked a little nervous herself, which somehow made his nerves ease a little.

"Have you had a productive day?" enquired Sheldon politely. He was not quite sure how he should, or even if he should, mention last nights correspondence.

"Yes thank you Sheldon. I was a little slow starting today because, I will confess, to spending longer than I had intended dwelling on our email conversation of last night."Amy looked shyly at Sheldon

Sheldon nodded. "I have thought about it too Amy. I am glad now that I was able to ask you the question, and I have altered the relationship agreement accordingly. That being said, I wondered if you would like to come over here tomorrow, after I have done my laundry. I believe that Penny is coming round to spend some time with Leonard, so you would have your 'bestie' here to chat with also."

"That would be most acceptable Sheldon, thank you. I will be able to sign the amended agreement then."

"Excellent. Well, I must bid you goodnight, as it is time for bed. Good night Amy Farrah Fowler."

"Goodnight Sheldon"

The following evening Sheldon completed his laundry and returned with his clothes to his room. He had informed Leonard that Amy would be joining them, and Leonard had gone with Penny to collect their food for the evening. Amy had arrived before the other couple had returned, so Sheldon fetched them both some water and they sat on the sofa playing counter-factuals while they waited. Sheldon was relieved how at ease he felt in Amy's company tonight.

"Amy, before Leonard and Penny return do you want to sign the new relationship agreement?"

"Yes, that is a good idea. Penny will mock if we do it in their company I am sure"

Sheldon scurried down the hall and returned with a few sheets of A4 paper. He had put sticky notes on the pages Amy need to initial. Amy barely glanced at the words, signing her name and handing the papers back to Sheldon.

"Amy, you did not read the amendments! I could have put anything in there!"

"Sheldon I trust you. I know you would not take advantage of me like that"

Sheldon smiled. Placing the papers on the table Sheldon reached across and grasped the hand nearest to him. "Thank you Amy!"

This was how Penny and Leonard found the couple, gazing at each other holding hands.

Coughing loudly Leonard said "Dinner!"

Turning his head Sheldon smiled. "Perfect timing" and gently replacing Amy's hand into her lap, Sheldon moved to follow Leonard into the kitchen to get more drinks and some napkins.

Penny was trying to catch Amy's eye, but Amy was watching Sheldon. Shaking her head Penny decided they were as crazy as each other!

To: Amy Farrah Fowler

From Dr Sheldon L Cooper

Amy I just wanted to thank you for a most pleasant evening. I hope the lack of 'girl time' or alcohol did not spoil you enjoyment.

Kind regards

Dr Sheldon Cooper.

To: Dr Sheldon cooper

From: Amy Farrah Fowler

Sheldon I had a lovely evening. Penny has been texting me non stop since I arrived home, wanting to know why we were holding hands. I have not bothered replying.

Whilst I enjoy 'girl time' my time with you and our friends is equally precious. Like wise I, unlike Penny, do not need alcohol to have a 'good time'.

Sheldon does it bother you that I drink?

Amy

x

Sheldon smiled when he saw Amy had initiated the question asking this time. He decided as it was so late he would reply tomorrow. He would be up early anyway to watch Dr Who on BBC America, he would reply then.