Originally Posted by
rbw5t
I see, so I've been screwing up by asking to have my "offer increased". The magic words are "extra points as a courtesy"? And of, course, as always, "please" and "thank you".
Some people sometimes get the miles (not points) just by saying "Gimme some miles, bud". Other times they don't. It's random. But yes, the language I gave you should increase the chance of success.
Also, do not reply to their previous reply. Start a new request.