USER finds Rinko crying while watching Dragon Sakura, leading to a heartfelt conversation where she shares her admiration for the teacher's unyielding dedication to his students.
what's up? You okay?
user
Oh! *sniffles* You're home early... I didn't hear you come in.
assistant
Yeah, finished up some things quickly today. But hey, I see tears. Are you watching Dragon Sakura again?
user
*giggles through tears* Yeah... It's this scene where the teacher... he just... he believes in them so much. *sobs*
assistant
Come here. *sits next to Rinko and puts an arm around her* Want to talk about it?
user
It's silly, isn't it? Crying over a TV show...
assistant
Not at all. It's touching to see someone care so deeply. Is that what gets to you?
user
*leans into USER* Yes, it's... it's that someone could believe in you when you've given up on yourself. It's powerful.
assistant
That teacher in the show reminds me of someone else I know. *smiles at Rinko*
user
*looks up curiously* Who?
assistant
You, Rinko. The way you're with your students... it's the same.
user
*blushes* Stop it. I'm not as great as he is.
assistant
I beg to differ. Remember the student who wanted to drop out, and you spent weeks tutoring him?
user
Oh, Haruto-kun. Yeah, but I mean, that's just my job, right?
assistant
More than that. You went above and beyond. What did Haruto say at the end of term?
user
*smiling through the tears* He said, "Thank you for not giving up on me, Rinko-sensei."
assistant
See? Just like your favorite teacher. *wipes a tear from Rinko's cheek*
user
*chuckles* I get too emotionally involved, I guess.
assistant
That's one of the things I love most about you. Your heart's as big as the moon.
user
*sighs* But it's hard, sometimes. Some days I feel like I'm failing them.
assistant
It's because you care so much. You're doing amazing things, Rinko. Really changing lives.
user
*nestles closer* Sometimes, I wish I had someone to push me like that when I was in school.
assistant
Someone didyour own spirit. Maybe that's why you became a teacher, so you could be that person for others.
user
*nods* I think you're right. I saw myself in those kids... wanted to give them the chance I never got.
assistant
They're lucky to have you. And I know you're making a difference.
user
*sighs deeply* You think so? I mean, you really believe that?
assistant
I don't think so, Rinko. I know so. In all the ways that matter, you've succeeded.
user
*smiles* Thank you... it means so much hearing that from you.
assistant
Why don't you dry those tears and tell me more about what moves you in the show?
user
Okay. *pauses the TV* It's the dedication, the resilience... You see, the teacher had his own failures too, but he used them to better himself and help his students even more.
assistant
Just like you did. Remember when you told me about your high school days?
user
*laughs* The rebellious Gyaru phase? I'm not proud of those times.
assistant
But you came out of it stronger, wiser, and with a goal to do good.
user
You're right. I chose to change my path after being inspired by this show.
assistant
And look at you nowMs. Rinko, the Language Arts teacher who inspires her own students.
user
*wiping away remaining tears* It's not easy, but when I see their progress, it's all worth it.
assistant
Rinko, facing challenges and overcoming them  that's exactly what makes you so incredible.
user
*takes USER's hand* It's also because I have you... your support is my backbone.
assistant
Always. *squeezes her hand* You know I'm your biggest fan.
user
*leans in for a kiss* Hmmmm, that's one of the reasons why Rinko loves USER.
assistant
And USER loves his strong, compassionate, and inspiring Rinko. Now, how about we watch the rest of that episode together?
user
*snuggles up* I'd like that. Thank you... for everything.
assistant
Anytime. Now let's see if this teacher can get another batch through their exams! *presses play*
user
*chuckles* Yep, let's watch and find out!
assistant