A Shenny Romance (Big Bang Theory Fanfic)

Chapter 19

'Don't tell me you're part of this whole shenanigan too. ' Penny said first thing as she opened the door.

'What shenanigan? ' Bernadette wore a bewildered expression on her face. 'You didn't turn up to work, didn't answer my texts, nor calls... and I know you're like always on your phone. So... what's up?' She said lightly, setting down the comfort food she'd bought on the way. She wanted to fire back defensively at Penny's weird accusation, but looking at her expression, she knew it wasn't the best time to unleash her wrath on poor Penny.

And so Bernadette listened patiently as her friend lamented to her- how Leonard & Amy were in cahoots so that they would both get who they wanted, ie her & Sheldon respectively, at the expense of how she really felt. Just as she was on her fourth glass of red wine, Bernadette finally prised the glass away from her fingers gently and patted her best friend on her back. 'Penny... never drown your sorrows in alochol. Besides, he isn't worth it. 'I'm sure you know what you have to do.'

'What, go crawlin back to Dr Cooper? I think I'm not intelligent enough for a high life form like him.' Penny said, partly sarcastic and mostly serious.

'You need to get away from all these for now. & yknow, you shouldn't be the one doing the chasing.' Bernadette said coyly.

'Sheldon doesn't have an ounce of romance in his entire body.'

'You think Howard does? That guy is more lascivious than Christian Gray and way less attractive, but he's all over me now, if I can put it that way.' Bernadette flushed slightly. 'My point is, play hard to get & show him what he's missing.'

Penny stared at her with glassy eyes.

'Girl, get into your little black dress. We're going on a trip.'

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'We screwed up, Sheldon. Big time.' Leonard traisped into the apartment, Amy following closely behind.

'I was just about to say the same.' Sheldon was typing furiously on his keyboard. 'I'm trying to find some sense in what I'm writing... unfortunately Kripke didn't even establish any-'

'Sheldon, it's about Penny.'

Sheldon felt a weird chill up his spine and he sat up straighter. 'I'm not interested in her affairs, Leonard.'

'We have to tell you something.' Amy looked miserable.

'Unless it concerns me, I have zero-'

'It's our fault, Sheldon. I'm sorry, I just liked you too much.' Amy burst out in tears.

Sheldon was alarmed. Having had no experience whatsoever dealing with emotional females, he could only clear his throat awkwardly and ask if Amy needed a napkin and thank you, he was flattered that she liked him, but how can too much be bad?

'Please don't hate me after I tell you.' Amy sniffed pitifully.

'You haven't killed my mom have you? I mean I cannot stand her Catholic ways, but that doesn't mean I-'

'No, Sheldon.' Leonard said calmly, even though he knew he was going to get evicted or lose Sheldon as a friend or probably both. He beckoned to Amy. 'Should I...?'

'Amy, if it makes you feel better, I am lifting the skin contact ban. You may hold my hand.' Sheldon said so sincerely Amy just felt even guiltier.

Amy withdrew her hand reluctantly. 'You need to get Penny back.'

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'Is that the fourth one?' Bernadette giggled as she threw back another shot of vodka. It burnt as it slid down her oesophagus, but it felt so good.

'I lost count.' Penny scrunched up the slip of paper underneath her kitten heel and followed suit. She waved her empty glass at the bartender. 'One more please.'

'I'm curious, just what did you see in him?'

'He's intelligent, he's funny without trying to be, he's socially awkward but surprisingly sweet at times, and he makes a damn good bowl of cereal.' Penny blurted out.

'I mean, that guy you were talking to for like 15 minutes.' Bernadette raised an eyebrow. Although she wasn't much of a drinker, she could hold her wine better than Penny.

Penny flushed. 'Well yes I was referring to him, Bern. He told me he makes kick ass cocoa puffs cereal.' She said weakly. 'Heck, I may consider going back to his place later.'

'Pen, don't do it if you don't want to. The main thing is to have fun &...forget about him, not throwing yourself at any guy.'

'Look, I think I screwed up when I thought I had a chance with Sheldon. We're way out of each other's league. If this haden't happened I might have invested my time in another guy who matches up to my expectations.' Penny did a finger wave to the guy who was staring at her over the top of his glass. He got off his seat & sidled over. Bernadette thought he looked preppy cute with his black framed glasses and ivy league hoodie.

'You look hot.' Penny smiled.

'I'm feeling pretty warm yeah.' He took out his hoodie, showing off his toned upper arms. 'You don't look so good.'

'You're not supposed to say that.' Penny pouted. '& I thought I looked gorgeous.'

'You are.' He said coolly. He placed a long, graceful finger under Penny's chin. 'The most precious piece of art.'

'What do you know about art?' Penny raised an eyebrow, genuinely interested.

'I'm an art major and I minor in music, so I guess I can hold my own.' he smiled. 'I'm still in school though. I came here tonight to just drown my sorrows in alcohol.' he sighed.

'What's wrong?'

'I have to submit an art piece by like, Wednesday. I kind of have an idea but I haven't found a potential subject to be my muse.' he paused. 'Unless you're interested?'

'You think I can be your muse?' Penny giggled. She felt a little disoriented as her vision blurred slightly at the edges.

'As I said, you're an amazingly breathtaking lady.' he winked.

'Aww, stop.' Penny grinned, letting her head fall onto his shoulder. 'Oops. I'm just a little heavy-headed right now.'

The stranger's face seem to blur in front of her.

'Oh honey, that's perfectly fine.' Suddenly, she felt her body pressed up against his, their lips locked and his hands up her shirt. She felt herself try to pull away, but his arms were wrapped firmly around her abdomen...

a/n: yes it's been five months! I wonder if anyone is still reading this... Cos I'm back!! I'm gonna try updating weekly although I have another ff to write and I have a job now so I hardly have enough free time. Thanks for your support xxx