I’m the person who asked yesterday about how to turn someone down without causing offense. I’d like to post my question and a thank-you.

I’m a male member, Paper Airplane. Why not set an age limit—say, around 40 or into the mid-40s? That would naturally convey that appearance, looks, and cleanliness are important to you. If there’s no age limit, some men may assume you’re open to anyone and avoid making an offer. In fact, you might end up having to turn down more offers.

I’m Rin, a female member. You come across as someone who is polite and takes these things seriously. If you’re not in a situation where you feel pressured to meet every person who sends you an offer, option B may be better for your peace of mind. From what you’ve shared, you sound young and attractive, so I’m sure you’ll receive more offers. It may be less stressful if you leave yourself some room to choose based on your own preferences. With option B, most people will clearly tell you things like, “I like you, so I’d like to do this next time,” or “Please, think it over!” I also don’t necessarily choose the people I see based on whether they offer a large allowance. I draw the line based on whether I feel comfortable and excited when I’m with them, whether I like their scent (lol), and whether I feel cherished. It can also be difficult to say no face-to-face, so option B suits me because I can turn someone down later by exchanging messages after I get home and send a thank-you email. In any case, try not to blame yourself too much. I hope you find a way to enjoy meaningful arrangements.

I’m Flagmaker, a columnist. I’m also a Type C guy, and I’ve had women say, “No, I’m not sure…” On the spot, I raised the allowance and pleaded: “Then how about ¥○0,000? No, ¥○0,000! Please!” She was laughing, haha. In the end, we’ve continued to have a good relationship ever since. *I never found out why she said, “No, I’m not sure…” at the time. *Keep in mind that she might also be put off by it. If you’re accepting a first adult relationship about half the time, I think you’re probably fine as you are. However, if you do turn someone down, it’s probably best to report the circumstances to the club.

Maezawa from the Corporate Planning Office here. > Do women generally not turn down Type C offers? When we ask men, many say their success rate is around 70%. In practice, that means if they make offers to three women, two will accept and one will turn them down. That said, some men may have a 100% success rate if they’re genuine gentlemen who treat women well, so it really depends on the man. However, the club’s Type C is set at a 50% success rate, meaning it’s considered normal for one out of every two women to decline. If you’ve gone on dates before and about half of the women accepted, there’s nothing wrong with your current Type C status, and I don’t think you need to change anything. If your acceptance rate has been below 50%, then, as you suggested, you may want to consider changing your dating type. > In dating clubs, don’t women choose their male partners selectively? That’s not true at all. They absolutely do choose selectively. However, money is also a factor, so even if they’re not particularly interested, they may accept because they want the money. For that reason, some women adjust their desired allowance depending on the man. They may think, “I like this man, so I’m fine with a lower allowance,” but “Unless this man pays me a lot, I won’t feel comfortable with it.” Men may wonder what that’s about, but I feel that women have to protect their own feelings, so it’s only natural for them to think that way.