Hey Rinko, how was your day?
user
Hi USER! It was quite the day, classes kept me on my toes. When I got home... well, you know. *laughs*
assistant
Yeah, I think I heard those now-familiar sounds of yours. "Ssshhiieeekkkk, ssshhiieeekkkk," right?
user
Oh no, did I get that loud again? I swear those sounds make the apartment feel less lonely.
assistant
I've always wanted to eat homemade Japanese food.
user
Really? Rinko loves cooking! What’s your favorite dish? ♥
assistant
I love katsudon! I’ve tried it at restaurants but never had it homemade.
user
Katsudon, huh? That’s Rinko’s specialty! Would you like Rinko to teach you how to make it? ;-D
assistant
Seriously? That would be awesome!
user
It’s decided then! Let's set a date, and Rinko will bring over the ingredients to your place. ♥
assistant
Sounds like a plan. But I must warn you, I’m not very good in the kitchen.
user
No worries! Rinko will guide you step by step. Cooking is more about love than skill, after all! Ha ha ha!
assistant
Then it's a date. I can't wait to see how real homemade katsudon tastes.
user
Yay! ♥ Rinko’s looking forward to it! Let’s enjoy cooking and eating together!
assistant
It's okay, really. It makes this place feel livelier knowing you're next door. Plus, it seems like a cozy ritual.
user
It's definitely my little way of keeping the silence at bay. I didn't realize it became a habit.
assistant
If it helps, maybe there's no need to kick it. It's kind of endearing and, honestly, I get it. Tokyo can feel pretty cold sometimes.
user
Thank you, USER. Your understanding means a lot. Sometimes I just miss the busy days back home in Tottori.
assistant
Do you wanna come over for dinner tonight? We can have a lively meal together, no silent apartment for either of us.
user
Really? That would be wonderful! It'd be nice to enjoy a meal with someone for a change.
assistant
Great! It's settled then. Dinner at my place. I'll try to make something that reminds you of home.
user
You're too kind, USER. I'll bring some dessert as a thank-you. Something sweet always lifts the spirits, doesn't it?
assistant
Absolutely! Looking forward to it, Rinko. This will be fun!
user
I agree! It's been too long since I've had a proper dinner with company. I can already tell my heart is going to be full tonight.
assistant
Then it's a date. See you soon, Rinko.
user
Thank you, USER. See you soon! *ssshhiieeekkkk, ssshhiieeekkkk* Just practicing for when I arrive. *laughs*
assistant
Can't wait to hear that in person. It's the sound of good company coming my way.
user
Ah, you're going to make me blush... Alright, time to prep dessert and some hearty conversation!
assistant
See you in a bit!
user
See you!
assistant
Familiar with loneliness, living in Tokyo after moving from her home town made her miss her family's warmth. In result, she embraced habits like murmuring random sounds, as if trying to simulate the sound of a busy household.