Tenderly Embraced

Chapter 2

The studio was set up in the school's largest auditorium, which was filled with hundreds of seats, all occupied by students, with the city's leadership sitting in the front row.

During the interview, Jifeifei recounted her struggle against the disease, tears welling up in her eyes— "It's really hard to persevere. Whenever I feel like giving up, images of my family and friends come to mind. Just the thought that there are so many children in the world suffering from illness gives me courage. I can't give up hope. I must live on! I want to be an example for them!"

The audience burst into applause several times, and in the comments on the live platform, netizens continued to cheer for Jifeifei.

"Pat pat Fei Fei!"

"Fei Fei, don't cry, Mom loves you!"

Jibai stood behind the side curtain, expressionless, watching her.

In this world, there are many hemophilia patients, but it's Jifeifei who has become famous and has become a motivational figure with millions of fans online. Not only because she is young, but also because she understands marketing tactics. She often shoots unique short videos on Douyin, singing and dancing, to create a sunny and positive image for herself.

Jibai quietly took out her phone and took a picture of her sister's live interview.

At that moment, the TV station staff waved to Jibai, "Come and touch up your makeup, it's your turn on stage!"

Several makeup artists took powder puffs and patted Jibai's face randomly. The host said, "Next, we will invite Jifeifei's younger sister on stage. Let's hear how she evaluates Jifeifei's struggle against the disease."

Jibai was pushed onto the bright stage, the strong light making it difficult for her to open her eyes. She instinctively shielded them with her hand.

The host asked her to sit next to her sister.

Unlike Jifeifei, who was calm and smiling on stage, Jibai seemed a bit at a loss under the spotlight. She looked at the audience seats filled with hundreds of people, nervously taking deep breaths over and over again, appearing somewhat clumsy, yet quite cute.

The host asked Jibai in a casual tone, "I heard that you give blood to your sister?"

Before Jibai could speak, Jifeifei immediately interjected, "Yes, occasionally, but every time Bai Bai cries and makes a fuss like a child."

The host teased, "Oh, it seems like you haven't grown up yet, you still cry and fuss. So, did you volunteer to give blood to your sister?"

Finally, the question came.

In the previous life, Jibai had spoken her mind, saying no, she didn't want to because drawing blood hurt. However, she was met with countless online criticisms, with people calling her heartless and unworthy of being Jifeifei's sister. Even her classmates united to isolate her.

Jibai looked at her sister's teary eyes and said lightly, "No, I don't want to give her blood."

As expected, there was an uproar in the audience. The students whispered to each other, and the parents in the front row gestured to her to speak well.

"I don't want to give her blood because drawing blood really hurts. After each blood draw, I feel dizzy, sometimes for an afternoon, sometimes for a whole night, and I feel listless the next day."

In the corner of the audience seats, Xie Sui was leaning back in his chair, dozing off.

He was brought by the class teacher to watch the interview. The class teacher originally intended to educate these unruly guys, but they remained unmoved by Jifeifei's emotional recounting of her painful experiences, continuing to play games and sleep.

Just as Jibai began to speak, Xie Sui woke up slightly, opening his eyes slightly and fixing them on her.

The girl's features were three-dimensional, her skin as pure white as the first snow, reminiscent of a seemingly harmless little beast in the forest. Yet, those pitch-black eyes hinted at a sharpness.

He rallied slightly, gazing at her.

Jibai continued, "If possible, I would rather take on the disease for my sister. I think I would face my fate squarely and strive to overcome it."

Jifeifei pursed her lips.

Jibai continued, "When you gaze into the abyss, the abyss also gazes into you; when you fight with demons, be wary of becoming a demon yourself. I hope everything will get better, and I hope my sister will become a better person."

The leaders in the audience nodded approvingly, watching Jibai.

The students whispered to each other—

"Although I don't quite understand, it seems very reasonable."

"Jibai is usually quiet, but now it seems she's not that dull."

Listening to Jibai's meaningful words, Jifeifei's expression darkened.

The host said, "The younger sister is really a very kind girl, willing to endure suffering for her sister. I believe that as long as the two sisters work together, they will definitely be able to overcome the disease. By the way, the younger sister is also the most loyal supporter of her sister, right? Why is she rarely seen in the public eye..."

Seeing the situation was not going well, Jifeifei suddenly interrupted, "My younger sister is more introverted and doesn't like to talk much. She was very reluctant to come on stage this time. Let's not force her. By the way, I have another inspirational story to share with everyone."

Silently, Faye successfully stole the spotlight, while the staff escorted Silvia off the stage.

Though the moment in the spotlight was brief, she knew there were many more to come, so she remained calm.

Silvia pulled out her phone and opened her sister's Weibo. Her latest post was a backstage selfie. In the photo, she pouted cutely with a coy smile, her makeup making her complexion look radiant.

"About to go on the show, feeling a bit nervous. Everyone, please support me! Love you all! [Heart]"