Amy walked around in a grinning daze for the next few days. She had spoken to Sheldon via Skype. They had not mentioned the kiss however, and Amy wasn't sure if she should mention it or not. Sheldon had been so busy at work now his new funding was in place, and Amy did not want to put any pressure on him. She was also a little unsure as to what she would say anyway. Perhaps she should ask Penny?

Sheldon was himself a little unsure as to his next move. He had really enjoyed the celebration and the kiss had surprised him. He had been kissed by Amy before, but this had been different. Perhaps it was because she had been sober and calm, maybe that was the difference, but he wondered if it was because he had initiated the kiss.

Deciding he needed to focus for a while on his research, rather than kissing his girlfriend, Sheldon limited his contact with Amy the following week to Skype. He found though that he missed Amy more than he thought he would. It was only when he bumped into Penny on the stairs one evening that Sheldon realised Amy may have taken his withdrawal as a snub.

"Right Sheldon" demanded a very aggressive Penny, as he approached his mail box a few evenings later, as she headed off to work just as he was coming home.

"What gives? Why are you ignoring Amy. She said things had gone well the other night."

"Penny, I am not ignoring Amy! I have been busy. I have spoken with her several times via Skype, and I sent her a text that very night to tell her I had enjoyed our evening. Penny are you saying Amy is upset? Why would she not have mentioned it too me?"

"Sheldon, this is all as new to Amy as it is to you. She doesn't want to sound like she is putting pressure on you. Talk to her Sheldon!"

As Sheldon walked up the stairs to his apartment he wondered why things had to be so complicated. He had said he had had a nice time, how could that be confusing!

Deciding he would email Amy, as this seemed to enable him to communicate with her with less pressure on his nerves, Sheldon sat at his desk.

To: Amy Farrah Fowler

From: Sheldon Cooper

Good evening Amy.

I have this evening bumped into Penny on her way to work, and she tells me you are upset I have not seen or spoken to you much this week.

Amy I did not mean to upset you. I have been very busy. I am concerned you have not mentioned your feelings in our Skype conversations.

Amy as I said in my text I really enjoyed our evening the other night.

I wondered if you would like to play wii bowling again?

Unfortunately the first time I am free will be Saturday morning, but if that time is convenient to you, we could play wii games in the morning and maybe go to the zoo in the afternoon. I would have to be back for 7.30 pm to prepare my laundry, but it would allow us to spend some time together.

Please let me know if this is ok.

Sheldon

x

On reading the email from Sheldon, the first thing Amy did was text Penny.

"Penny why did you shout at Sheldon? I wasn't that upset!"

"Ames, yes you were! And if you weren't going to say something, someone had to, and look you are talking now!"

Deciding there was no winning in the argument with Penny, Amy replied to Sheldon.

To: Sheldon Cooper

From: Amy Farrah Fowler

Thank you for you email. I think Penny misled you in stating I was distressed. However, I would love to spend Saturday with you as I have missed your company. Be warned though my skill at any wii games are on par with my skills at wii bowling!

However I am open to that lesson you promised me!

I wanted to also say thank you for the other evening, it was most enjoyable, and without wishing to sound too forward I am happy for the goodnight kiss to be added permanently to the relationship agreement.

Amy

x

Knowing she wouldn't be brave enough to say that to his face Amy felt proud of herself for mentioning the kiss in this casual way.

It was only when she reread Sheldon's email she noticed he had signed of with a kiss there too. Smiling, Amy felt much better about everything.

Leonard had agreed to vacate the apartment Saturday. Partly because Sheldon had asked nicely, which was unusual in itself, and partly because Penny had threatened to hurt him if he didn't!

Sheldon had made a pile of all his wii games beside the console and ensured he had water, yoohoo and fruit juice ready, as well as tea and various snacks he thought Amy may enjoy. Surveying the room he was satisfied he had everything they may need to hand, so he moved to his room to put on a fresh thermal and t shirt. Deciding on the red flash shirt as it was his favourite, Sheldon settled into his spot and waited for Amy to arrive.

Amy stood outside Sheldon's door and smoothed down her hair. She had clipped it up on one side in a hair slide and had dressed in a denim skirt, flowery blouse and green cardigan which she had buttoned up. Taking a deep breath to settle her nerves Amy knocked.

As Penny and Leonard returned form their trip to the shops an hour later having stocked up on wine, beer and snacks for their own day together, they heard laughing and shouting from apartment 4A.

"Well that sounds promising" smiled Penny.

Leonard looked slightly bemused, but nodding just followed Penny into 4B. He wasn't really sure he wanted to know what Sheldon was doing to make Amy squeal like that!