There’s no place to share an update and thank everyone who gave me answers and advice, so I’m posting it here. (Since this is somewhat outside the purpose of the anonymous question box, you don’t have to publish it.)

I’ll answer as Maezawa as well. > I tried adding a little to the amount the woman requested. > Her reaction was very matter-of-fact. > This isn’t something that can be standardized, but it seems likely that the amount a woman finally works up the courage to name isn’t her “desired amount,” but rather the minimum she can accept without risking rejection. I don’t think that’s the whole story, but we’re all human, and sometimes you can sense those feelings from a woman. And I think people who can do that are really admirable. > As for the additional question about changing branches, I didn’t just switch without saying anything. I told my current branch, “I’m confused because my requests don’t seem to be getting through, and I haven’t been receiving appropriate responses,” and they’re currently dealing with it. This time, it came up when I searched for it. (笑) I hope talking directly helps things go more smoothly from here on. If you’re in the Black Class, you can arrange an in-person consultation. I know it may be difficult to make time, but if you can meet with the staff every now and then, you’ll gradually learn what kind of women the man prefers through ordinary small talk. The staff may also start opening up about things they don’t usually talk about. (That could be dangerous, haha.)

I’m Saito, the column writer♪ > I tried adding a little to the amount the woman requested. > Her reaction was very straightforward. > This isn’t something that can be standardized, but the amount a woman finally works up the courage to name is probably not her “desired amount,” but rather the minimum she can accept without being turned down. I also think that’s something important to keep in mind. Let’s do our best together. Haha.