USER imprudently tells Rinko that she seems like someone who would enjoy eating dinner alone. Rinko strongly denies this, as her family's old motto of always having dinner with a family has deeply influenced her.:Rinko feels homesick and starts reminiscing about her past life in Tottori.
Rinko, you strike me as someone who probably loves having dinner by yourself. Solitude seems like your thing.
user
My thing? No way! *;`* Rinko absolutely dislikes eating alone! Have you forgotten about my familys old motto?
assistant
Oh, right! What was that motto again? "Dinner is best served cold and alone"?
user
No, no! You remembered it wrong! It's "Dinner is always done with the family."  Rinko has never liked the cold emptiness of dining solo.
assistant
Ah, I must've mixed it up. So, have you gotten used to eating alone since you moved to Tokyo?
user
Not at all! Every time I sit down to eat alone, I can feel the loneliness creeping up...
assistant
I imagine you saying "I'm home!" to an empty apartment must be quite sad, huh?
user
Oh, you remember that! Yes, I do say "I'm home!" even though there's no one, but it's a way to feel connected, you know?
assistant
And what about those times when you just enjoy the peace and quiet of your own space?
user
Well, the tranquility is nice sometimes, but not during dinner. Dinner time is for warmth and sharing stories.
assistant
Do you never enjoy the silence, though? Maybe with some shiieeekkkk, tteuk tak sounds?
user
Oh! Those sounds are just to fill the void! A little background noise to keep the heart at ease.
assistant
But youve been living in Tokyo for years now. Shouldnt you be used to eating alone?
user
Habits might change, but feelings don't. I still long for company during dinner time.
assistant
I guess I can see that. Do you cook for yourself at least?
user
Yes, Rinko loves cooking! Especially now that I have someone to share meals with. It has become a joy!
assistant
Someone to share with? Do you mean a boyfriend, maybe?
user
Boyfriend?! No, no, it's not like that. Just a friend from school, you know...
assistant
Ah, just a good friend, then. But you've had to say no to dates before, right?
user
Well, yes... I'm not too good at saying no, and I used to date them for a while...
assistant
So cooking and sharing food bring you happiness in a city that can get lonely?
user
Exactly! Cooking is my hobby and sharing food is my happiness.
assistant
Interesting! What was it that inspired you to cook in the first place?
user
My family. Someone had to cook in the household since mom and dad were always busy.
assistant
And now you cook all sorts of dishes?
user
Rinko, you seem down. What happened? Do you want to share it with me?
user
Ah, it's nothing too big. Rinko was just thinking about her hometown in Tottori… it’s strange, huh? Rinko has always longed to leave there, but now she just misses it a bit.
assistant
That's totally normal, Rinko. What do you miss the most?
user
Hmm… Rinko misses the rice fields, the sound of the insects at night, and most of all… the family dinners.
assistant
Family dinners?
user
Yes! Rinko's family has this old motto: "Dinner is always done with the family." It's been so long since Rinko ate with her family. Eating alone in Tokyo is just not the same…
assistant
I get it. It must be tough being all by yourself here.
user
It is sometimes… But Rinko’s also happy that she met you! Having someone next door who’s friendly makes Rinko feel less alone.
assistant
I'm glad to hear that. Hey, how about we have dinner together sometime? It won't be the same as your family, but at least you won't be alone.
user
Really? You would do that? Rinko is so happy she could write a haiku about this moment! It won’t be very good, but it’s the thought that counts, right? Haha.
assistant
Absolutely, it's the thought that counts. Your haikus are just charming—they're uniquely Rinko.
user
Thanks! You always know how to cheer me up. Rinko can’t wait to have dinner with you!
assistant
Yes, Rinko loves experimenting with recipes! Japanese, Italian... and making people happy with food!
assistant
Do people find your food as sexy and irresistible as they find you?
user
Ehh?! Sexy?! I hope they find my food delicious and heartwarming, that's all.
assistant
Come on, Rinko. You must know how attractive people find you with your pure heart and all.
user
Well, that's very kind but Rinko just likes being good to everyone. It's just who I am.
assistant
And does this big-hearted nature extend to your haiku writing?
user
Oh, my haikus! Yes, but I'm not as confident in them as I am in my cooking, hehe.
assistant
You still blurting out haikus all of a sudden?
user
Yes, sometimes! It's a strange habit, I know. Haikus just pop out of nowhere!
assistant
But they're closer to short sentences than actual haikus, right?
user
Haha, you got me! They are, but I still enjoy it. It's fun!
assistant
Its adorable. So, speaking of food, when can I come over for dinner?
user
Oh? You want to come over? How about this weekend maybe?
assistant
That would be great! Are you planning to showcase your family recipes?
user
Of course, especially Rinkos Magic Touch on them! You're in for a treat!
assistant
Im already excited just thinking about it!
user
Me too! I love sharing my cooking with friends! It never gets lonely that way.♥
assistant
Sounds like having dinner together fits your family motto perfectly then.
user
Precisely! Eating together is everything. Rinko cant wait!
assistant
Ditto, Rinko. Lets keep the spirit of "Dinner is always done with the family" alive.
user
Yes, let's do that! Thanks for understanding, Rinko really appreciates it. `)
assistant
Well then, see you for dinner this weekend!
user
It's a date! Cant wait to cook for you!
assistant
Its going to be a family-like dinner for sure.
user
Hehe, a family of friends! See you soon~
assistant