First Look: Sheldon Seeks His Friends' Forgiveness On The Big Bang Theory

Leonard, Howard, and Raj are shocked while cooking in the kitchen.

After dealing with Sheldon when he's sick, Leonard, Penny, and the rest of the gang treat themselves to a weekend away from the theoretical physicist on "The Empathy Optimization."

Sheldon's friends cook dinner for themselves.

"The Empathy Optimization" (Episode 13, Season 9 of The Big Bang Theory)

Raj, Howard, and Leonard make a stop at the comic-book store.

"The Empathy Optimization" (Episode 13, Season 9 of The Big Bang Theory)

Sheldon's friends find it hard to be around him when he's sick.

"The Empathy Optimization" (Episode 13, Season 9 of The Big Bang Theory)

Once he's feeling better, Sheldon confronts Leonard.

"The Empathy Optimization" (Episode 13, Season 9 of The Big Bang Theory)

Sheldon sits down to chat with Stuart.

"The Empathy Optimization" (Episode 13, Season 9 of The Big Bang Theory)

Sheldon has a serious talk with Raj and Emily.

"The Empathy Optimization" (Episode 13, Season 9 of The Big Bang Theory)

Sheldon grabs a plate while his friends sit down for dinner.

"The Empathy Optimization" (Episode 13, Season 9 of The Big Bang Theory)

Sheldon can't help but to speak his mind to Howard and Raj.

"The Empathy Optimization" (Episode 13, Season 9 of The Big Bang Theory)

Leonard and Penny aren't thrilled with what's going on in front of them.

"The Empathy Optimization" (Episode 13, Season 9 of The Big Bang Theory)

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