“I’m sure you’re all anxious to begin,” said Dr. Cottingen. “I, myself, am a bit less eager.” He paused for the laughter. “I assure you, however, I shan’t delay any longer than necessary. First I want to review the proper tool layout…”
The familiar rhythm of the patter lulled him. He always got nervous before a demonstration.
“…now, as I make the first incision, note carefully the location. You won’t have my scars to guide in your own operating theaters!” The laughter came again, weaker this time, as Cottingen carefully slit his own abdomen.
Still hurts, he thought. Every time.
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