Mr. Loser, I imagine you’ve supported quite a few girls over the years. I heard that your monthly partner was recently promoted to your next ace. Was there a particular reason for that?

I’m not taking care of her or anything. She’s simply keeping me company. Here’s my answer. I promoted her to my ace because I had the practical skills to help make her life dreams a reality. I’m an entrepreneur, and I’m very good at making money. She was working hard, but she didn’t know the methods or the path needed to make money. I thought, “I can help this girl in life.” That’s why I promoted her to my ace. I don’t have anything against relationships centered around adult intimacy, but that alone isn’t fun for me. I’m a born businessman, and I know how to make money. I want to teach the skills and experience I’ve gained to the regular partners I’ve grown close to, show them how to earn money, and see them graduate from papa-katsu up close. Isn’t that the ultimate luxury? To me, this is what papa-katsu is truly about—but I’m sure no one will agree with me. Still, that’s fine. I’m the kind of person who follows my own path, and I have absolutely no hesitation about being disliked. I’m practically hoping someone will comment: “I think you’re just meddling where you’re not wanted.” “Congrats on the self-satisfaction.” Oh? My ace just got out of the shower, so I’ll stop here!

Becoming a “loser guy’s” ace seems about as difficult as making Japan’s national team. You can’t just focus on defense—you have to take the initiative and ask for some sexy plays that score goals yourself.