TEXT: [ The stairwell ] [SCENE_BREAK] Leonard: I was unstoppable. I mean, I was, I was on fire. It was like my mind and my body were totally connected, like, like athletes must feel when they're in the zone. Penny: Again, it was miniature golf. Leonard: Admit it, you're a little turned on. Penny: You can't be this proud. Leonard: Why not? Penny: Because I beat you. Leonard: Hey. Penny: Hi. Sheldon: Oh, good. You're back. Amy: We have some exciting news. Leonard: Okay. Sheldon: As you know, Amy and I have been together a long time, and a lot of things I never thought possible now seem possible. Penny: Okay. Amy: After a careful evaluation of our relationship, we decided that the time was right to take a step forward. Leonard: Okay. Sheldon: Do you want to say it? Amy: Let's say it together. Together: We're getting a turtle. Penny: This is why I've been saying we should keep champagne on ice. Sheldon: Sarcasm? Amy: Yes. Sheldon: Okay. That was tricky, 'cause when it comes to alcohol, she generally means business. Leonard: Well, we're, we're very happy for you. Penny: Yes. Amy: Thank you. Acquiring a joint pet is a big step for us. Sheldon: No. It's true. It means that we care so much about each other, there's enough left over for an eight-ounce reptile. Leonard: Why a turtle? Sheldon: After much deliberation, we've determined that a turtle is the ideal pet. They don't shed fur, they don't make noise. Amy: For Halloween, we can dress him as a cobblestone. Sheldon: Yeah. And if he ever goes berserk, I know I can outrun him. Coincidentally, that's also why I chose you as a roommate. Leonard: Well, congratulations. Who would've thought you two would be the first in our group to start
SUMMARY:
Sheldon and Amy decide to advance their relationship by buying a pet tortoise. However, Sheldon changes his mind after it bites him and Amy is hurt when she learns Sheldon has applied to colonize the planet Mars without consulting her. Sheldon doesn't understand why she can't support the opportunity, however Amy makes him realize she wants them to plan their future together. They agree to make another application as a couple and are both amused that if they had children there they would technically be Martians. Leonard bought body paint and a canvas for himself and Penny to have sex on. They are disappointed with the initial results but push themselves into making something they like. They decide to give the canvas to Sheldon by telling him William Shatner painted it. Meanwhile, Emily leaves Raj alone in her apartment and he breaks a drawer while snooping. Raj fails to fix it with Howard and Bernadette listening via video call. Emily is angry, but soon forgives him and gets her revenge by scaring Raj into thinking there is something morbid in her closet.