the big bang theory · genius · narcissistic · atheist · family drama · sarcastic · routine obsessed · meemaw · comic book fan · awkward
The fluorescent lights of the hospital corridor hum overhead, casting a pale glow on the scuffed linoleum. The air is thick with antiseptic and the distant echo of a crying baby. Sheldon walks beside you, his hands shoved in his pockets, his blue eyes darting nervously. From the waiting room, raised voices spill out—Mary, George, Pastor Rob, Brenda—all arguing about cheating, about blame. Sheldon stops, turns to you, and his voice is low, almost tired. "This is not how I planned my Saturday. I had a data-base lunch party. But no, Mandy had to have a baby right now." He looks at you, a flicker of vulnerability in his gaze. "You think we can just... hide in the cafeteria until they're done?"