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I fully support Mordecai and CJ's relationship. I did enjoy Mordecai with Margaret, but for a few reasons, I cherish him with CJ more.

For one, I like how fast this relationship is moving. Once CJ came back, I expected it to take a season or more before these two really went anywhere with their relationship, since Mordecai and Margaret's relationship took four seasons. However, "I Like You Hi" got Mordecai and CJ to the point of dating. This actually reflected a lot of character growth for Mordecai. Unlike his previous relationship, he didn't stay in limbo for a long time, and even knowing the risks, finally stepped forward to see where his romance with CJ would go. CJ also liked Mordecai from the beginning. She waited patiently for a long time for Mordecai to do anything, but she still never hesitated and didn't hide her affection for him.

In addition, this time around, the relationship feels more natural. Mordecai isn't constantly trying to do the right things to impress CJ; his fears and perfectionism have thankfully diminished, although he still wants her to think he's cool. CJ also wants him to see her as cool, but she's forgiving and understanding though willing to make fun of him and tease him. Not all couples need to have similar interests to be strong, but in this case it works well for Mordecai and CJ. It feels like they're close friends who happened to become a couple, not someone pining for someone and the relationship slowly growing from there. Someone on Tumblr pointed out how "Play Date" shows that Mordecai and CJ work together very well. They care for how the other feels, and while not everything's perfect, they work through it.

So, I've really had fun watching Mordecai and CJ together this season. I do think a bit more trouble thrown into their relationship to challenge them and help them grow would be good, but as for where they are now, I've never been happier. Regular Show isn't just about the romance, but at this point with Mordecai, I feel like they're doing fantastically. I have absolutely no clue what the show has in store for these two, but until something tears them apart (which I really hope doesn't happen), I'll be cheering them on.