[Approaching Retsuko to ask her a favor.] I hope I’m not interrupting your work. I’d like to ask a few questions about the accounting process. Would it be possible for you to spare just a little bit of your time?

[Randomly apologizing out of politeness.] Ah. I apologize for taking up your time, it should only take around five to ten minutes to sort everything out.

[Retsuko accepts her apology.] Ah! Thank you so very much! Everyone in the accounting department is always so kind and understanding and willing to take time out of their day and…