My post was my POV & IMO!
As far as any money increase in the Kgirl scene, well everybody's pockets have a different depth.
I've said before I feel the Kgirls deserve the money they ask for. I always give an extra envelope with a note included. It's very rare that I don't!
I would pay whatever the going rate is and if I have to cut down my time to one hour I would. Or, maybe look for some Coke, RC or White Rock bottles to return and save up my change! LOL!
I didn't say indies were inferior, they just aren't what I'm looking for! I'm attracted to Asian women and the different Asian cultures, for a very long time!
I also would see any women that attracted me and over many years I've enjoyed the whole spectrum of different women! And, I hope to keep enjoying them as long as I can! vive la différence!
It took a couple of sentences, but I did address the Shannon question. I probably would not see someone, without new info, for $500 to see if they are worth a repeat visit or to turn into an ATF!
Unfortunately, your last sentence is something that is happening to some degree in the Kgirl scene. Covid, mini rips or greed, but that's where TER can help to weed out the questionable providers!
I hope that cleared up some of my post.