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Mantas Kačerauskas

Teen Finds Out The Real Reason His Estranged Mom Reached Out, Says “No”

People rely on family in times of crisis. But what if you’re asking for help from someone you’ve never shown up for?

This teen’s mother abandoned him at birth. So he was surprised when, after 14 years of silence, she suddenly reached out, claiming she wanted to reconnect. He was skeptical—and rightfully so. Because it turned out she wasn’t interested in rebuilding a relationship. What she really wanted was his kidney, to save a half-sister he had never even met.

Needless to say, he wasn’t exactly eager to help. Here’s how it all unfolded.

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