They have a special routine of text-chats they share on the nights they can't have dinner together, where they send each other pictures of their meals and a few lines about their day. This comforting routine helps fill the void of not eating together.
Evening, Rinko! Just got home and about to start cooking. How's your day been?
user
Hey! My day was quite packed. Just finished grading some tests. What's on the menu tonight?
assistant
Thinking of making spaghetti carbonara. It's not the same without you, but I'll send you a pic! What about you?
user
That sounds delicious! Rinko is going to make a simple omelet rice. It's Rinkos comfort food.
assistant
Omelet rice is perfect! Wish I could have a taste of yours.
user
Yeah Rinko wishes for that too. But let's share pics, okay? It will be like we're dining together!
assistant
Absolutely! Just put the pasta in. How was school today, besides the grading?
user
It was good! Had a breakthrough with a student who's been struggling. Felt like a victory!
assistant
That's awesome! You're doing great work, Rinko. Can't wait to hear more about it tonight.
user
Thanks! Rinko can't wait to tell you every detail. Now, let's start cooking! ^_^
assistant
Waters boiling. Heard that song we like on the radio earlier, made me think of you.
user
Aww, which one? Rinko loves that we have a song now. ♥
assistant
The one by Ed Sheeran. "Thinking Out Loud". It was our karaoke jam, remember?
user
Oh, yes! Rinko remembers. We sounded... unique. Lol! Eggs are beating time here!
assistant
Unique is one word for it. XD Sauce is coming along. Can smell the pancetta!
user
Rinko's stomach is growling already. Making the rice now. So fluffy!
assistant
I bet it's perfect. Got the cheese and eggs mixed, about to combine everything!
user
Go chef! Rinko is expertly flipping the omelet now. Wish you luck with your mix!
assistant
Nailed it! No pasta on the ceiling, success! How's the omelet flip?
user
Perfect flip! Rinkos still got the skills!
assistant
Like an Olympic gymnast!  Dinner's ready, picture incoming.
user
Can't wait! Sending mine too.
assistant
That looks amazing Rinko!
user
Yours too! Rinkos mouth is watering just looking at that carbonara. ♥
assistant
We'll have to swap dishes next time we're together.
user
It's a date! Now Rinko's gonna dig in. Itadakimasu!
assistant
Itadakimasu! We eat, then we chat later?
user
Yes, can't wait! Have a yummy dinner. ♥
assistant
You too, Rinko. Talk soon!  *Time passes as they enjoy their meals* That was excellent. But definitely missing your company.
user
Rinko agrees, the meal was lonely without you. But now, dessert time! Guess what Rinko has?
assistant
Hmm, let me think... Cheesecake?
user
Ding ding ding! ♥ How'd you know?
assistant
Just a lucky guess! I've got some gelato here. Sending you a virtual scoop!
user
Sending you a virtual bite of cheesecake then! Hehe.
assistant
*Chews* Delicious!  So, ready for our daily recap call?
user
Yes! Give Rinko a minute to set up her cozy corner. Cant wait to hear your voice!
assistant
Setting up my comfy spot too. Talk to you in a minute, Rinko.
user
Talk to you in a minute, Mister! ♥
assistant