Author's Note: Hey dudes! I finally back with chapter 4! Let's see how this short filler chapter goes, as I'll probably have trouble coming up with ideas for things they could do or drama stuff. If you guys have any ideas, please PM me! :D

The weekend quickly arrived, but with one more day ahead of Thomas, he wanted to get to Friday evening as soon as possible! He got out of bed and hastily showered then got a breakfast sandwich and some coffee from the coffee shop and ran off to class, not even saying goodbye to Eileen. All he could think about these past few days was his "official" date with CJ...and it was affecting his work, both in and out of the classroom.

"Thomas? Thomas? THOMAS, WAKE UP!" his teacher shouted from the front of the room. (A.N: He's in college, so it's one of those multi-level classrooms where you look down to the teacher.)

Thomas shot up, drool hanging from his mouth, "S-sorry, Mr. Harrison."

"That's better. If I catch you napping again, I'll be forced drop you from my class." he warned, pointing his pencil at Thomas.

Everyone else was snickering around him, but Thomas didn't care; he just wanted today to be over with and meet CJ. Unfortunately, he still had to go to the park and do whatever chores Benson was assigning him today. He actually looked forward to going to his internship as it would give him a chance to talk to Mordecai about relationships, which he sadly didn't have a whole lot of experience with. Suddenly Thomas' watched beeped, meaning his class was over.

'Thank God! Now I can leave for the park!' he thought, heaving a sigh of relief. 'Actually, I think that's the first time I've ever wanted to be at the park than here. I guess I'm just used to all the weird crap that happens there now.'

Thomas walked out to his Mom's car and hopped in the passenger seat.

"Hey Mom. How are you doing?" he yawned and stretched his arms.

"I'm good son. Why are you so tired?" she asked.

"Oh well I didn't get much sleep last night. Ya know, cramming for tests and...other stuff." he answered, avoiding eye contact.

His mom narrowed her eyes, "What do you mean 'other stuff' Thomas?"

He started sweating, "Uh I-I uh..." he sighed, "I have another date with CJ tonight."

"Oh that's great news honey!" she beamed.

"Yeah, but I'm totally not ready for her! When we went to the coffee shop, we were both really nervous and I barely asked her out! Plus last night and this morning, all I could think about was this date! And-" he said in a panicky tone.

"Thomas, stop for a second! You'll do fine sweetie! Just have confidence...I'm sure Mordecai will help you tremendously." she smiled, putting a hand on his shoulder.

He looked up at her and smiled back, "Thanks Mom."

His mom pulled up to park gate, "Well have a good time at work and on your date Thomas. I'm sure you two will hit it off tonight!" she smiled.

Thomas got out of car and waved, "See ya Mom!" He walked over to the park house and opened the door to see Mordecai and Rigby playing a game.

"Hey guys." said Thomas.

Mordecai looked back at him, "Oh hey Thomas! You look beat dude."

"Yeah I didn't get much sleep." he sighed.

Mordecai stood up off the couch, "Are you ready to get some tips from," he put on sunglasses that were on the table, "the master of romance?"

Rigby slapped his forehead, "Thomas, I wouldn't listen to Mordecai bro. He's bad luck with the ladies. Plus this one time he-" he started.

Mordecai put his hand over Rigby's mouth, "Rigby here doesn't know what he's saying man. Just come into the kitchen and I'll give you some advice."

They both walked past Rigby who sighed in annoyance and kept playing the game.

In the kitchen, Mordecai told Thomas to sit at the table while he went to grab something. A few seconds later, he came back with a huge chalkboard like the one they used to teach the caveman with on how to be civilized. Grabbing a piece of chalk, he wrote a few bullet points on dating:

- Always be respectful and polite to your date (pulling out the chair, table manners, etc.).

- Don't do a solid for a friend before the date, especially if it's for Rigby!

- Always pack some mints. ONLY a few, not an entire fanny-pack's worth.

- Try to play it cool and be yourself, let your personality shine.

- Finally, expect the unexpected.

"What do you mean by the last tip man?" Thomas asked.

"Well, you know how the park is always attacked by crap?"

"Yeah?"

"It happens to Rigby and I a ton outside the park."

"Yeah, I figured that much knowing you two. Don't worry, I'm used to weird stuff nowadays." he smiled.

Mordecai smiled in return, "Good. Just follow these tips, and I'm sure you'll have a great time with CJ dude."

"Thanks man. I gotta go see what needs to be done today, but I'll be sure to let you know how I do tomorrow night!" Thomas grinned, leaving the kitchen.

Mordecai sat in the chair with his sunglasses on and feet propped up on the table, "I'm so good at this stuff..."

Just then, Benson came in from outside, "Mordecai? MORDECAI?! What are you doing in the kitchen with that chalkboard and lazing about?! Grab Rigby and get back to your jobs or you're both FIRED!" he shouted, nearly throwing his clipboard at him.

Mordecai fell out of his chair onto the floor, "Holy crap! Sorry Benson, I was just giving Thomas tips on dating!"

Benson stopped and read what was on the board, "Wait, you gave him tips?! Hahahaha!" he nearly dropped his clipboard, tearing up from laughing so hard.

"Ugh! Yeah, he wanted advice on his date with CJ. Ya know, Benson, it seems like you might need some tips for Audrey." he smirked, pulling the sunglasses below his eyes.

Benson blushed a little, "...just get back to work Mordecai." he sighed.

Mordecai ran out to the living room and literally pulled Rigby by his arm outside to work, while Benson stared at the board, 'Hmm. Maybe Mordecai is right...'