“Oh my god, this is so touching, I actually suspected that the streamer was just trying to make money…”
“This is so inspiring, I really should repent!”
“Streamer, stop climbing, I’ll send you gifts!”
Chen Huaian’s heartfelt words immediately caused a partial shift in the comments section in the live stream. However, there were still some doubts, such as his proof being fake and calls for someone to go to Panshan to verify him.
“That friend who wanted to come to Panshan to verify me can start now. I will start climbing at exactly 12 o’clock. I won’t go anywhere before then.”
This statement sparked even more responses in the live chat.
“Terminal bone cancer climbing Panshan? What a joke!” A young man with a fierce expression said from in front of his computer after finishing a game: “I’m just going to stay up tonight out of anger!”
He left a message in the live stream.
“I’m an hour’s drive from Panshan, brothers, wait for me to verify the streamer!”
With that, he picked up his keys and left.
There are too many online scammers; reporting one results in two more appearing. Just like those people who hang dogs. Now, he had the idea of acting on behalf of heaven. He couldn’t catch the scammers, but surely he could catch a sob story streamer who was broadcasting from under Panshan.
Chen Huaian saw these comments.
He actually hoped someone would come to verify him. The more the better. This way, he could not only prove that he truly had cancer but also make his live stream more popular. Once traffic started flowing, high-level accounts would notice, and he would have opportunities to earn money.
“My friends, follow the stream and don’t get lost. I won’t be around for much longer, and I am racing against time. Besides mountain climbing, I want to try more extreme sports in the future, like skydiving or bungee jumping…”
Chen Huaian’s words triggered another wave of comments.
There were both mocking and encouraging remarks.
However, everyone was more concerned about whether Chen Huaian truly had cancer and if he could summit Panshan within five hours. If he couldn’t, they would wait for those who came to verify him, and then they would just watch the show.
As it approached twelve o’clock.
Chen Huaian checked his equipment once again.
As a patient, if he wanted to summit within five hours, he needed to travel light. Originally, he planned to bring two power banks, but ultimately decided to bring just one, which he hung directly on his shoulder to reduce weight.
His phone battery was already in poor condition, with only 27% remaining after two hours of streaming. It drained quickly, but with the power bank support, he could barely manage until he descended the mountain.
“You’re Chen Huaian?”
A voice sounded behind him. Chen Huaian turned around and saw a young man, two middle-aged men, and a punk girl.
“Are you… from the live stream?”
“Correct, we came here to verify you.”
Zhang Rui was quite impolite, showing a cold smile on his face.
On the way to Panshan, he had pulled together a group with several viewers who were planning to come and verify Chen Huaian. To prevent Chen Huaian from escaping, they specifically gathered at the entrance before coming to find him, ensuring that Chen Huaian wouldn’t escape their four-person blockade.
“Hello, hello,” Chen Huaian greeted the four viewers with a relaxed tone. “I thought this journey was mine alone, but having company is even better.”
Zhang Rui didn’t respond, pointing at Chen Huaian’s leg and saying, “The swelling on your leg is just special makeup, right? Pull up your pants and let me see!”
Chen Huaian nonchalantly pulled up his pants.
Zhang Rui and the other viewers approached with flashlights to take a closer look.
The punk girl even reached out to pinch it, exclaiming in surprise, “Oh my god, it’s a real subcutaneous swelling… so many, how can he walk?”
Isn’t this person serious?
Zhang Rui felt a bit embarrassed, subconsciously looking away and muttering, “Swelling doesn’t necessarily mean bone cancer…”
“This is osteosarcoma,” Chen Huaian smiled. “You can search online for information related to osteosarcoma and compare it with mine… Alright, it’s time, I’m going to start climbing.”
Zhang Rui opened his mouth, wanting to say something else.
But Chen Huaian had already moved forward with the live stream stand.
“You’re being a bit excessive!” Punk girl Su Xiaoxi glanced at Zhang Rui. “Whether it’s osteosarcoma or not, there’s definitely something wrong with his leg. Considering the evidence, the probability of him lying is low. We should have some sympathy!”
“Yes, young man,” a middle-aged man nodded in agreement. “My father also passed away from cancer, it was osteosarcoma. Could I not tell if this kid’s leg has osteosarcoma? Even if he can’t make it to the top, standing here instead of lying in a hospital bed is already commendable.”
“Indeed,” another middle-aged man followed suit. “Osteosarcoma can easily lead to concurrent fractures, so he must reduce strenuous exercise. This kid is still climbing Panshan, his courage and perseverance are truly commendable.”
Zhang Rui, feeling ashamed, scratched his neck and fell silent.
Seeing Chen Huaian walk away, the four of them hurried to catch up.
“Streamer, your stand isn’t light. Let me help you carry it?” Su Xiaoxi, feeling guilty, stepped forward to offer her help.
Encouragement from the audience poured in.
“Good job, young man!” An uncle gave a thumbs up, full of admiration.
“Incredible!”
Everyone was encouraging Chen Huaian.
Zhang Rui finally added, “Brother, sorry, I lost at gaming today and my mind is a bit fuzzy. I said things I shouldn’t have.”
“It’s fine, understandable concerns. After all, making money isn’t easy for anyone,” Chen Huaian replied without turning back.
“Alright, I’ll send you a gift as compensation.”
Hearing this, Chen Huaian immediately turned around with a benevolent smile. “What gift will you send?”
“…Uh, I’ll send you a big rocket, 2000 yuan each.”
“Great, thank you, you’re a good person.”
Zhang Rui:
He realized that the streamer truly had a disease and was genuinely trying to make money.
It made sense; because of the serious illness, he wanted to earn money for treatment, right?
But he couldn’t quite understand it.
Wouldn’t Chen Huaian’s cancer worsen by pushing himself so hard?
But since Chen Huaian needed money, he might as well send gifts.
Zhang Rui opened Chen Huaian’s live stream, first clicked to follow and sent a sign, starting with ten big rockets.
“What the hell, boss is generous!”
“Isn’t this the guy who went to verify? Looks like he feels guilty, the streamer is truly a cancer patient.”
“This is the first time seeing a verification in person, watching from the front row!”
“Ah, the streamer has it tough. I’ll send some gifts too. Streamer, keep going. If it’s too much, we’ll help you.”
…
Ten big rockets indeed triggered a chain reaction of gifts.
At the same time, it attracted even more people to enter the live stream.
The number of people in the live stream was rapidly increasing.
People saw the rain of gifts and the headline “Terminal Bone Cancer Five Hours to Summit Panshan Challenge,” and many stayed to watch.
“Thank you, boss, for the ten big rockets!”
Chen Huaian felt a surge of joy and immediately gave Zhang Rui a close-up.
This guy was quite shy, blushing and dodging away.
After platform splits, ten big rockets would net him 10,000 yuan.
This was the result of getting the ‘Lucky Koi’ 100 draws.
Indeed, the internet is a quick way to make money.
Chen Huaian looked at the rapidly accumulating gift value and couldn’t help but feel a bit wistful.
Those taxi drivers, bricklayers, and delivery guys worked hard all day, yet they earned less than a red-hot streamer in half an hour.
But he had paid his dues.
As he took steps up the stairs, intense pain spread through his body, and large beads of sweat dripped down his temples.
The skeptical and mocking voices in the live chat gradually decreased.
Zhang Rui and the others silently followed behind Chen Huaian, even though he was moving slowly. They silently watched his staggering figure, feeling choked up, unable to say a word.
Chen Huaian was in great pain.
Sweat soaked his chest protector.
The fragrance became slightly stronger, lingering around his nose.
Unbidden, Li Qingran’s smile appeared in his mind.
What was that little girl doing now?
