From online games to large-scale transactions, the method of asking someone to state what they consider a reasonable price is widely used.

On the surface, it seems like a considerate way to give the other party the opportunity to make the first proposal.

It allows one to apply pressure under the guise of understanding the circumstances, which is why it's commonly employed.

"If I state the price first, the other party might say that's difficult, but if I reverse the roles, the initiative shifts to me."

After a long period of contemplation, the blacksmith guild master finally spoke.

“We will …