Howard Strikes Out ¦ The Big Bang Theory

So, two years later, there's a knock on the door. Guy opens it, and there on his porch is the snail, who says, what the heck was all that about? I don't really get it. See, it took two years for the snail to... Not important. Can I ask you a question? Sure. Where do you think this is going? To be honest, I was hoping at least second base. You're so funny. You're like a stand-up comedian. A Jewish stand-up comedian, that'd be new. Actually, I think a lot of them are Jewish. No, I was just... Never mind. Look, Howard, this is our third date, and we both know what that means. We do? Sex. You're kidding. But I need to know whether you're looking for a relationship or a one-night stand. Okay, just to be clear, there's only one correct answer, right? It's not like chicken or fish on an airplane. Maybe you need to think about it a little. You know, it's not unheard of for a one-night stand to turn into a relationship. Call me when you figure it out. Three dates means sex? Oh, no! Greetings, homies. Omit. Why are you back from your date so early? In romance, as in show business, always leave them wanting more. What exactly does that mean? I struck out. Hey, did either of you guys know that three dates with the same woman is the threshold for sex? I sure never had three dates with the same woman. With Penny and me, it took two years. Now that I think about it, that was three dates. Okay, well, before you and Penny hooked up, did she ask for any kind of commitment? No, she was pretty clear about wanting to keep her options open. I have something to announce, but out of respect for convention, I will wait for you to finish your current conversation. What are you talking about? That cultural paradigm in which people have sex after three dates. I see. Are we talking date the social interaction or date the dried fruit? Never mind. What's your announcement?