It was a gorgeous evening in Pasadena and, of course, Sheldon and Amy remained inside to play a rousing game of "Counterfactuals" before their dinner date. They were enjoying their time together in the way that they found normal. They didn't care that everyone believed them to be the estranged couple. All they wanted was a simple, non-romantic relationship. At least, that's what Sheldon wanted. Amy wasn't as opposed to the idea of physical contact and exchange of saliva as Sheldon was. He liked his space and did everything possible to make sure that things went the way he wanted. But Amy, not wanting to upset her boyfriend, let Sheldon have his way.

"Okay, Amy. Next question. In a world where cats do not exist, what food is no longer consumed by humans?"

Amy didn't even have to think of the answer. "Cheese."

"Defend."

"Although quite obvious, the average cat kills 11 mice per six months, which means the rodent population stays in check. Without cats, there is an overabundance of rats and mice. Since they typically eat cheese, we run out and can no longer eat the delicious dairy product."

"Correct."

Amy smiled in satisfaction. It was always a wonderful feeling to know that she was just as smart as Sheldon. She never wanted to look like a fool in front of him.

"Oh my, it's already dinner time," Sheldon said as he looked at his watch. "Where would you like to go for dinner, Amy?"

"Well, I was thinking we'd go to the Cheesecake Factory. Penny should be on her way to work so she can give us a ride there."

"Well, how are we supposed to get back home?"

"We'll call Leonard. I'm sure he'd be more than happy to pick us up."

"Alright, that sounds fine." Sheldon said as he stood up. He grabbed his jacket, along with Amy's, and they headed out the door. Penny was simultaneously coming out of her apartment, dressed in her work uniform.

"Hey Sheldon. Hey Amy," Penny said with a smile.

"Hey bestie! Would you mind driving us to the Cheesecake Factory? It's date night." Amy was smiling in hopes that Penny would agree.

"Oh, sure. Let's go," Penny replied. All three flung their jackets on and headed down the stairs and out to Penny's car.