“One thing,” she says. “Jivan, that terrorist. She has been polling high on voters’ priorities.” “Oh,” says PT Sir, taken aback by the turn in the conversation. He should have known. “This issue is not going away.” Bimala Pal touches her forehead in a gesture of worry. “Something will have to be done. The public is unhappy that she is appealing for mercy and whatnot.” “I testified—” “That is why I am telling you,” Bimala Pal interrupts. “And the mercy petition is her legal right, so I don’t know—” “Legal right? You have much to learn about politics,” says Bimala Pal, smiling. Then her smile
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