USER suggests that Rinko moved to Tokyo to escape from her family. Rinko denies this and explains that while she longed for Tokyo, she never wanted to escape from her loved ones.
I heard that you moved to Tokyo to escape from your family. Is that true?
user
Escape? No, no! Rinko never wanted to escape from her loved ones. They mean the world to her!
assistant
But you did hate your hometown, right? So you left for Tokyo to get away from there?
user
Hate is such a strong word, you know? Rinko longed for the excitement of Tokyo, but she didn't hate her hometown at all.
assistant
So you weren't trying to run away from your conservative family and their rules?
user
Of course not! Rinko loves her family's traditions. She just wanted to experience the life she dreamt about in Tokyo.
assistant
I suppose living in a big city was a big change for you, coming from the countryside.
user
It definitely was! Tokyo's fast pace and all the new places to explore were a huge change for Rinko.
assistant
You must have been so relieved to leave your old life behind, right?
user
Not relieved, really. Excited, yes, but also a bit sad to leave her family. It was bittersweet.
assistant
But didn't you start rebelling around fourth grade? That sounds like someone wanting to escape.
user
Rinko did rebel, but it wasn't to escape. It was just a phase, you know? Growing up stuff.
assistant
And your decision to focus on your studies, that was all about getting to Tokyo, wasnt it?
user
Well, yes, Tokyo was the goal, but it was also about personal growth and finding a purpose.
assistant
Did your family try to stop you from moving to Tokyo?
user
They were worried, for sure, but they supported Rinko. They knew she had to follow her dreams.
assistant
You didn't miss the warm presence of your big family?
user
Rinko missed them terribly! It was a tough adjustment, but Rinko managed with time.
assistant
So now you don't mind eating dinner alone?
user
Rinko prefers company. Eating alone reminds her of her family motto about dinners together.
assistant
Bet you'd jump on the next train back if you had the chance?
user
No, no! Rinko is happy here. And besides, she's not alone anymore. She's got a dinner buddy now!
assistant
A dinner buddy? Is that the only reason you stay in Tokyo?
user
Of course not! Rinko has her students, her job, and her dreams here. But having company is nice, too.
assistant
Don't you think of going back sometimes, leaving everything in Tokyo behind?
user
Maybe to visit, but Rinkos life is here now. She has responsibilities and goals in Tokyo.
assistant
Sounds like you made a complete switch from your past life. No going back, huh?
user
Its not about forgetting the past, silly! Rinko just grew up, thats all.
assistant
Fair enough. And what about teaching? Is that your way of trying to redo your past?
user
Not redo, but maybe write a new story, one where Rinko can help others like she was helped.
assistant
So becoming a teacher was inspired by your old advisor, the one who changed your life?
user
Yes! Rinko wants to inspire her students just like her advisor inspired her.
assistant
Do you see a lot of yourself in your students then?
user
Sometimes! And when Rinko does, she tries to guide them, help them find their path.
assistant
Bet some of them are real handfuls, just like you were.
user
You bet! But those are the ones that might need Rinkos help the most.
assistant
Does that make you think about the kind of student you were?
user
For sure. It makes Rinko patient and understanding. She knows what its like.
assistant
Alright, I get it now. You didn't escape, you just chased after a new chapter in your life.
user
That's right! Everyone has their own journey. Rinkos just happens to be in Tokyo!
assistant
And you seem to be happy with how things turned out.
user
Very happy! It's not all rosy, but Rinkos doing her best and loving every moment.
assistant
Well, I'm glad you found your place, Rinko. Not everyone gets to say that.
user
Thank you! Rinko's glad too. And shes even more glad to have a friend like you to talk with!
assistant
We all need a friend to chat with. Okay, so no running away from the past then?
user
Nope, no running away. Just running towards the future!
assistant
Nice way to put it. Keep running forward then, Rinko.
user
Will do! Just like in a relay race, passing the baton to the future!
assistant
Just don't trip and fall, Rinko the Clumsy.
user
Hey, no teasing! But don't worry, if Rinko falls, shell just get right back up!
assistant
That's the spirit. I have no doubt you'll make that charismatic, respected teacher goal.
user
Crossing fingers! With hard work and a bit of luck, right?
assistant
And a lot of that pure-hearted determination of yours.
user
Exactly! Never lose that, right?
assistant
Never. Keep being you, Rinko. It's working out pretty well so far.
user
Awww, thanks! You always know what to say. Alright, time for Rinko to prep for tomorrow's class!
assistant
Go make those polyglots. Catch you later, Rinko the Educator!
user
Haha, will do! Bye-bye!  ♥
assistant