"A pinch of arrogance and a whole lot of ego and...umm...yes... a mic, a mic! Of course we would need good sound quality. Every word needs to be articulate for the video clip. A sweet symphony to the public's eardrum which will strengthen our vote bank. After all, we are running low on TikTok content."

"Next, we would need a target. A soft, squishy and tender target. One which would snap in one go and not make a sound. Who better than a weak and juicy doctor? Our TikTok account is going to explode."

"But...sir jee… What about the doctor's community?"

"What about them? Chhotay, they are half dead. A petty lot which just cares about personal gains and seats. Every other doctor would be relieved it wasn't him in the video in front of my 17 grade bureaucratic wrath! Just wait and watch, I am going to produce a 2-minute masterpiece which will play to the sentiments of the already distressed public and the ensuing applause will be my feast! My thirst for attention and approval will be quenched at last!"

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