Chapter 25:
Chapter 25:
Jiang Jiandang nodded politely as he listened to the host’s question. “I understand, host,” he said, sighing deeply. His eyes flickered with emotion. “The reason my wife wants to take my son and divorce me is quite simple. Honestly, I can understand her. My son feels that I care more about the children I help outside than I care about him.”
As he spoke, Jiang Jiandang’s eyes turned red, and he wiped away tears. “Minglang is a child I’ve always supported. The first time I saw him in the orphanage, he stood out. He was a bit older than the other kids and very smart. He and his sister, Xue, were abandoned there, and when I saw them, I felt an instant connection.”
At the mention of He Minglang, the host smiled and interjected, “Actually, He Minglang is here with us today! Please, let’s welcome him!”
The audience erupted in applause.
Amid the cheers, He Minglang stepped out from backstage, walking slowly in a hospital gown. The blue and white striped outfit clung loosely to his frail frame. His face was ghostly pale, and he looked noticeably thinner. Even with the baggy gown, it was clear how much weight he had lost.
“Hello, host,” He Minglang said, bowing deeply. “I’m He Minglang, the child sponsored by Uncle Jiang.” He stood beside Jiang Jiandang, his face handsome yet tired, illuminated under the studio lights. His skin seemed almost transparent, giving him an angelic appearance.
The audience buzzed with excitement.
The host, clearly impressed, asked, “What would you like to say to everyone today? Your Uncle Jiang mentioned earlier that his wife wants to divorce him, partly because of how much he’s taken care of you. Were you aware of this?”
“Yes.” He Minglang replied softly.
“Did you try to help Uncle Jiang by persuading Aunt to stay?”
“I…” He Minglang hesitated, looking conflicted. “I didn’t. Xiao Feng, Uncle Jiang’s son, doesn’t seem to like me. He feels that I’ve taken his father away from him. I worry that if I tried to intervene, it might only make things worse.”
Sensing something deeper, the host asked, “Oh? So, Mr. Jiang’s son dislikes you? Could this be the reason why Mr. Jiang’s wife wants a divorce?”
“That’s part of it,” He Minglang admitted. His eyes suddenly filled with tears, and he looked directly into the camera. “Xiao Feng, I don’t know if you’ll see this, but Uncle Jiang is truly a good man. He took care of me because I lost my parents when I was young. He just wanted to help. I have leukemia, and I probably won’t live much longer. Even though you’re a match, I never intended to ask you to donate bone marrow for my treatment. If I die, will you and Aunt be able to forgive Uncle?”
At this moment, He Minglang dropped to his knees in front of the camera.
The studio erupted in shock.
His words had revealed so much: leukemia, bone marrow donation! The audience buzzed with whispers.
The truth became clear—Jiang Jiandang had asked his son to donate bone marrow to save He Minglang’s life.
The host stood there momentarily stunned, but it was now clear why Song Lin wanted a divorce. If she were in the same position, she thought, she’d leave too.
“Minglang, don’t do this… Get up,” Jiang Jiandang rushed over to help him stand. “Why are you saying such things? Uncle will find a way to save you. You’re still young, you have a bright future ahead. Don’t talk about dying!”
Jiang Jiandang’s face was full of pain as he spoke.
Moved to tears, He Minglang’s eyes remained red.
The emotional father-son moment touched many in the audience.
After they calmed down, the host asked, “Mr. Jiang, is this true?”
Jiang Jiandang sighed deeply. “Yes, it is. My son’s bone marrow matches Minglang’s. Minglang has always been an outstanding student, always at the top of his class. I couldn’t bear to see him die from leukemia. So I was planning to mortgage our house and use the money for a bone marrow transplant. Minglang even promised to work part-time every month to pay us back after he recovered. But… my son refused, and now Xiaolin wants to take him and leave me…”
As he spoke, Jiang Jiandang’s tears flowed freely.
The audience, visibly moved, wiped their own tears, looking at him with sympathy.
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