So I got dumped by the "one". I fell into depression for about 1 year. Picked myself back up. Theres a LOT of other shit. Death of family members etc. and breif stints of suicidal depression but I am on the TRP journey and getting my thoughts/emotions in check. Slowly but surely piecing myself together, and increasing my SMV. Everything takes time

Anyways, this girl in my friend group (who I don't know very well) shot me a message. "How is China?". I am stationed in China for a software project

I can be energetic and funny and sarcastic in person. Im practically a clown who just doesn't give a fuck. Often picking on girls in a playful way. I like this. I can do this in person. (RSD tyler inspires me and I try and imitate his "high on life vibe". Its really fun and a life-changing attitude) But I just stared at this message "How is China?" And I don't know how to respond? In person I just typically ask questions about them. That gets the convo going. I try and ask for specific details and retain a relaxed body language. Then ask for numbers and set a DIRECT time and place to hang out. "Hey lets hangout this weekend. insert location at insert time. Whats your number?" and they usually are okay with this exact line/variant. Ask them for their number after basically telling them they are going to hangout with you

But with this one girl, and girls in general, this is something I have lagged heavily on. I have almost 0 clue how to drive a conversation over internet. Is there any guide? Any general tips? I don't feel humorous or clowny/entertaining over text at all

How should I respond and take the conversation?