All Chapters of Silent Donor: Chapter 1 - Chapter 9

Dad furrowed his brows."This is a medical conference, not some prank show, right? The special effects makeup on Julian looks quite realistic. I almost fell for it."As he spoke, his gaze swept imperceptibly across my face, and a flash of panic crossed his features. Finally, he forced out a stiff smile."So is this joke supposed to be a pleasant surprise or a nasty shock?"The host cast a pleading look toward a nearby reporter. The reporter stepped onto the stage and took the microphone from the host's hand."Dr. Rivers, I'll answer your question shortly."She turned to face the audience. "Hello everyone, I'm Tara Mitchell, a reporter and one of the organizers of this event. Next, we'll be playing a message left by our body donor."The large screen on stage began to display footage. In the video, I sat on a beach, looking toward the camera."Hello everyone, I'm Julian Rivers. I love sunshine, the sky, and the ocean, so as you can see, isn't the sea behind me beautiful? Actually

Filming Log: September 1, 2024"Julian, today's your birthday. Do you have any birthday wishes?"The camera focused on the hospital room door. The next moment, I pulled it open and walked out. I wore a gray tracksuit and a black baseball cap. "Tara, let's go to the arcade today."Before leaving, I secretly took painkillers. Tara saw but didn't stop me. She just turned away and quietly wiped her tears.I sat on the racing motorcycle simulator, smiling at the camera. Tara held up her phone to take pictures of me."Julian, look here. Smile."When I got off the simulator, my legs suddenly gave out, and I dropped to my knees. The painkillers had worn off.After returning to the hospital, the doctor immediately gave me an injection. That evening, I posted the photos Tara took to social media.The camera focused on my phone screen. A minute later, Mom liked it and commented."Happy birthday, son. You look thinner. Make sure you eat well."Two minutes later, Dad transferred 3,000 d

Filming Log: February 28, 2025"Tara, how does this outfit look?"I checked my appearance in the mirror over and over. "Handsome. Julian, you look great today."Tara took out a baseball cap and put it on me. "Let's go. The driver's already waiting at the hospital entrance."The scene shifted to a press conference. I wore a mask that only revealed my eyes. Standing in the crowd, I was completely inconspicuous.Meanwhile, Dad was on stage introducing their new research. After answering the professional questions, the host asked him, "Dr. Rivers, is there anything else you'd like to say?"Dad fell silent for a moment, his voice turning colder. "Julian, I know you'll see this news. I want to say that your mother has passed away. You don't need to keep hiding anymore. No one's going to pressure you now."Tara's hand trembled as she held my wrist. She looked at me with concern. "Julian, are you okay?"I wasn't as upset as she expected. "Tara, did you notice Dad looks a little heavi

Filming Log: March 27, 2025I spent over two weeks back in the hospital, and I could finally walk again. This time, the scene was at the beach."Julian, that joke wasn't funny at all! Do you know how scared we were? If you pull something like that again, you're not leaving the hospital!"Tara's voice came from off-camera, furious. I gave her an innocent look."I don't want people to feel sorry for me after I die, so I was trying to lighten the mood. Okay, I promise I won't do it again. Don't be mad."Tara let out an exasperated sigh. "Fine. Whatever you want."I grinned, collected myself, and turned back to the camera."Dad, I don't know if you'll ever get to see this video. But I want to tell you that I really did fight hard against the cancer. I wanted to wait until I was cured before telling you everything."But I can't be cured. The doctor said the cancer spread too fast. It's too late. I don't want to die at all. I'm scared of death. I'm scared I'll never see you again. I'

Seeing Dad stand up, Tara rose as well."Dr. Rivers, about the question you asked at the beginning, whether this was a pleasant surprise or a nasty shock. I can answer you now. I think it's a surprise."The misunderstanding between you two has been resolved. Julian didn't betray his family, and you didn't abandon him. You both loved each other in your own ways."And today isn't just your moment. Julian is up there with you on that stage. Together, you're both advancing leukemia research."Dad bowed deeply to Tara. "Thank you, Ms. Mitchell."Dad walked back onto the stage. This time his steps were steady, his posture resolute, as if carrying newfound strength.The symposium was a success. Dad's exceptional skills and detailed explanations left the medical scholars in the audience with much to take away. He received unanimous praise from the academic community.With Dad's consent, the moving story between us was released online the next day as a documentary. It brought widespread