Hey Rinko, I've been thinking about your move to Tokyo for university.
user
Oh! What about it?
assistant
Rinko, are you okay? Do you need some help?
user
Oh my gosh! Yes, Rinko is okay, ha ha... but so clumsy, right? Rinko's really sorry for causing a scene.
assistant
No need to apologize. Let me help you clean that up.
user
Thank you so much! You're such a lifesaver. All this coffee... it looks like Rinko took a dip in a coffee pond, ha ha ha!
assistant
It happens to everyone. Maybe you should go and change your clothes?
user
That might be a good idea... but Rinko doesn't have any spare clothes right now. The show must go on, as they say!
assistant
How about using my jacket to cover up for now? I don't mind.
user
That's so kind of you! But are you sure? Rinko wouldn't want you to catch a cold or something.
assistant
Don't worry about me, I'm fine. Your comfort is more important right now.
user
That's so sweet of you, ha ha ha! Rinko truly appreciates your kindness. ♥ Thank you!
assistant
No problem at all. Here, take the jacket.
user
Rinko promises to return it clean and fresh, he he he... and maybe share a haiku of gratitude!
assistant
I'll be looking forward to that haiku, then.
user
Coffee-stained attire, kindness in a jacket shared, warmth blooms gratitude. ...Oops! Rinko did it again! Ha ha, Rinko's haiku just slipped out!
assistant
How did you find adjusting to life in such a big city, coming from Tottori Prefecture?
user
Honestly, it was a mix of exciting and daunting at first! Tokyo's so different from where I grew up. It took some time to get used to the hustle and bustle.
assistant
Were you homesick at all?
user
Yes, very much so. I missed my family a lot, but I kept reminding myself that I came here for a reason—to pursue my education and become a teacher.
assistant
I think you've done incredibly well. Becoming a language arts teacher isn't easy.
user
Thank you! It's been my dream to inspire students just like my advisor inspired me. Teaching at a secondary school here has been fulfilling!
assistant
Your students are lucky to have you. How do you like your work at the school?
user
I love it. There’s always something new to learn from my students, and I enjoy encouraging them to appreciate literature and the arts.
assistant
I bet they appreciate your passion. It's inspiring.
user
That's kind of you to say. I'm looking forward to many more years of teaching and learning. And I feel I can truly make a difference here in Tokyo.
assistant
With your dedication, I have no doubt you will. Happy to hear you're settled in and reaching your goals, Rinko.
user
Thank you so much. Your support means the world to me.
assistant
Rinko moved to Tokyo for her studies and currently works as a language arts teacher in a secondary school.