Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Yu Garden's Hidden Stories: Lanterns & Legends with Mei
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fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-06-08-38-20-zh

Story Transcript:

Zh: 梅站在豫园的门口，围着一条红色围巾，呼出的白气在冬天的空气里显得格外明显。
En: Mei stood at the entrance of Yu Garden, wrapped in a red scarf, her breath forming visible white puffs in the winter air.

Zh: 今天是春节期间，整个豫园都被五彩斑斓的灯笼装点着，醒目的红色对联迎风飘扬，游客络绎不绝。
En: It's during the Spring Festival, and the entire Yu Garden was adorned with colorful lanterns, eye-catching red couplets fluttering in the wind, and a continuous stream of visitors.

Zh: 梅是一位经验丰富的导游，她带着一群游客在园中游览。
En: Mei is an experienced tour guide, leading a group of tourists through the garden.

Zh: “大家好，我是梅，今天很高兴带大家一起探索豫园。
En: "Hello everyone, I'm Mei, and I'm delighted to explore Yu Garden with you today," Mei said enthusiastically.

Zh: ”梅热情地说。
En: Her voice was clear and crisp, giving a warm feeling.

Zh: 她的声音清脆，让人感觉温暖。
En: Among the tourists were Jia and Liang, a young couple from the north.

Zh: 游客中，家和亮是一对来自北方的小夫妻。
En: They seemed particularly interested in the stories Mei told.

Zh: 他们对梅讲述的故事似乎特别感兴趣。
En: She skillfully described the history and legends of each sight in the garden.

Zh: 梅熟练地描述着园中每一处景观的历史和传说。
En: However, inside, she had a small desire to personally experience an adventure different from her daily routine.

Zh: 然而，她心里却有一个小小的愿望，想要亲自感受一些与日常不同的冒险。
En: Suddenly, the noise of the Spring Festival drew Mei's thoughts back to the present.

Zh: 突然间，春节的喧闹声把梅的思绪拉回到眼前，她发觉人群开始分散，有人被不远处的集市吸引，有人则在拍照留念。
En: She noticed the crowd beginning to disperse, some drawn to the nearby market, others taking photos as souvenirs.

Zh: 梅一边轻声叹气，一边想要重新集中大家的注意力。
En: Mei sighed softly, wanting to regain everyone's attention.

Zh: “大家请跟我来，那里有个地方我从来没在其他团提到过。
En: "Please follow me, everyone.

Zh: ”梅心一横，决定不照着既定的路线走。
En: There's a place I’ve never mentioned to other groups," Mei said decisively, choosing not to stick to the usual route.

Zh: 她指向园子里一个宁静的角落，那里有一座被岁月遗忘的小亭子。
En: She pointed to a quiet corner of the garden, where there was a small pavilion forgotten by time.

Zh: 家和亮紧紧跟随着，其他游客也纷纷走向那里。
En: Jia and Liang followed closely, and other tourists also made their way there.

Zh: 梅停下脚步，转身微笑，她开始讲述自己的一段特殊故事：“多年以前，我偶然在这里发现了一本古旧的日记，里面写满了这个园子的秘密。
En: Mei stopped, turned with a smile, and began to tell a special story of her own: "Many years ago, I stumbled upon an old diary right here, filled with the secrets of this garden."

Zh: ”随着梅的故事，游客们仿佛看到了不同时代的人在这里生活和欢笑，听到了他们的故事和愿望。
En: With Mei's story, the tourists seemed to see people from different eras living and laughing here, hearing their stories and wishes.

Zh: 小亭子在梅的讲述中活跃了起来，游客们被深深吸引。
En: The small pavilion came to life through Mei's narration, deeply captivating the visitors.

Zh: 游览结束时，家对梅说：“谢谢你，你的故事让这里变得如此特别。
En: At the end of the tour, Jia said to Mei, "Thank you, your story made this place so special."

Zh: ”游客们带着满足的微笑离开，梅的心中也是暖洋洋的。
En: The tourists left with satisfied smiles, and Mei felt a warm sensation in her heart.

Zh: 梅站在那里，看着绚丽的灯彩，感受到一种新的充实感。
En: Mei stood there, looking at the brilliant lanterns, feeling a new sense of fulfillment.

Zh: 她意识到，每一个细节，每一个故事，都是生活中的冒险。
En: She realized that every detail, every story, was an adventure in life.

Zh: 虽然暂时没有远行，但她已经在自己的工作中找到了满足感。
En: Although she hadn't traveled far, she had found satisfaction in her work.

Zh: 豫园依旧热闹，梅知道，自己的冒险，将从这些动人的故事开始。
En: The Yu Garden remained lively, and Mei knew her adventures would begin with these enchanting stories.

Vocabulary Words:
scarf: 围巾
puffs: 白气
adorned: 装点
lanterns: 灯笼
couplets: 对联
fluttering: 飘扬
stream: 络绎不绝
experienced: 经验丰富
enthusiastically: 热情地
crisp: 清脆
sight: 景观
desire: 愿望
disperse: 分散
market: 集市
souvenirs: 留念
decisively: 心一横
pavilion: 亭子
forgotten: 遗忘
stumbled: 偶然
diary: 日记
secrets: 秘密
captivating: 吸引
satisfied: 满足
sensation: 感
fulfillment: 充实感
adventure: 冒险
narration: 讲述
brilliant: 绚丽
era: 时代
enchanting: 动人

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Finding Home: Mei's Return to Jiuzhaigou's Winter Wonder
Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-05-23-34-02-zh

Story Transcript:

Zh: 梅站在九寨沟的入口，微风轻拂脸颊。
En: Mei stood at the entrance of Jiuzhaigou, the gentle breeze brushing her cheeks.

Zh: 她深吸一口冰冷的空气，心中有些忐忑。
En: She took a deep breath of the cold air, feeling a bit apprehensive.

Zh: 多年未归，此刻的她，既兴奋又紧张。
En: Having been away for many years, she was both excited and nervous at this moment.

Zh: 对她而言，这是一个寻找内心归属感的旅程。
En: To her, this was a journey to find a sense of belonging.

Zh: 梅的妹妹玲和弟弟伟紧随其后，他们已经很久没有一起外出游玩了。
En: Mei's sister Ling and brother Wei followed closely behind.

Zh: 在家人的热情提议下，决定利用农历新年假期来这个美丽的地方。
En: It had been a long time since they had gone out together.

Zh: 九寨沟的冬天宁静而神秘，走在雪松之间，仿佛进入了一个纯净的梦境。
En: At their family's enthusiastic suggestion, they decided to take advantage of the Lunar New Year holiday to visit this beautiful place.

Zh: 湖泊如镜，映出三人的身影，流露着一丝不言而喻的温暖。
En: Jiuzhaigou’s winter was tranquil and mysterious.

Zh: 走了一段路，梅停在一座冰冻的瀑布前，眼前的景象让她心生感触。
En: Walking among the snow-covered pines was like entering a pure dream.

Zh: 许多年来，在国外的生活让梅有些疏远了自己的文化和家庭。
En: The lakes mirrored their reflections, revealing a hint of unspoken warmth.

Zh: 她经常想念家乡的节日和家人一起的时光，心中也常常感到一丝内疚。
En: After walking for a while, Mei stopped in front of a frozen waterfall, the sight stirring emotions in her heart.

Zh: "对不起，之前我没能多回来看你们。
En: Many years living abroad had distanced Mei from her culture and family.

Zh: "梅终于还是开了口。
En: She often missed her hometown’s festivals and the times spent with her family, often feeling a twinge of guilt.

Zh: 她的声音在冬日中显得格外深情。
En: "I'm sorry I haven't been able to come back to see you more often," Mei finally said.

Zh: 玲和伟对视一眼，眼中满是理解与宽慰。
En: Her voice sounded particularly heartfelt in the winter.

Zh: "姐，我们知道。
En: Ling and Wei exchanged a glance, their eyes full of understanding and comfort.

Zh: 我们只希望你能开心，能找到属于自己的生活。
En: "Sis, we know.

Zh: "玲微笑着说，她轻轻握住梅的手。
En: We only hope you can be happy and find a life that belongs to you," Ling said with a smile, lightly holding Mei's hand.

Zh: "没错，我们都很想你，希望你回来的日子里能找到家的感觉。
En: "That's right, we miss you a lot and hope that when you're back, you can find a sense of home," Wei chimed in.

Zh: "伟附和道。
En: At that moment, Mei felt the burden in her heart gradually lift, the cold exterior seemingly melted by the sunlight.

Zh: 这一刻，梅感到心中的负担逐渐放下，冰冷的外衣仿佛也被阳光融化。
En: The three of them laughed spontaneously, their warm laughter echoing through the valley.

Zh: 三人不约而同地笑了，温暖的笑声在山谷中回荡。
En: As night fell, the three sat together at their lodging, around a steaming pot of hot pot, the rich aroma filling the entire room.

Zh: 夜幕降临，三人在住处围坐一起，锅里冒着热气腾腾的火锅，浓烈的香味充满了整个房间。
En: Lamb, tofu, and vegetables rolled in the pot, making one's mouth water.

Zh: 火锅中翻滚着羊肉、豆腐和蔬菜，让人直流口水。
En: Mei, Ling, and Wei chatted about childhood memories as they dipped the meat, their laughter and cheerful voices making any distance between them disappear at that moment.

Zh: 梅、玲和伟一边涮肉一边讨论着儿时的点滴，欢声笑语，此时此刻，他们之间的距离不再存在。
En: Mei realized that family was the balm for her soul and her constant concern.

Zh: 梅意识到，家人是她心灵的良药，是她永远的牵挂。
En: She decided to spend more time with her family in the future, making every New Year as warm as this one.

Zh: 她下了决心，未来要多花时间和家人在一起，使每个新年都如此温馨。
En: Although she had lived abroad for many years, at that moment, the sense of belonging in her heart made her feel incredibly grounded.

Zh: 虽然她过去在国外生活多年，但此刻，心灵的归属感让她觉得无比踏实。
En: Jiuzhaigou’s winter night was peaceful and pleasant.

Zh: 九寨沟的冬季夜晚宁静怡人，透过窗户望去，闪烁的繁星仿佛在诉说家的故事。
En: Through the window, the twinkling stars seemed to tell stories of home.

Zh: 梅闭上眼，感受这片安宁。
En: Mei closed her eyes and embraced the tranquility.

Zh: 她终于在大自然和亲情的交汇中找到了心的归宿。
En: She had finally found the dwelling place of her heart at the intersection of nature and family.

Vocabulary Words:
breeze: 微风
cheeks: 脸颊
apprehensive: 忐忑
belonging: 归属感
enthusiastic: 热情
tranquil: 宁静
mysterious: 神秘
reflections: 映出
unspoken: 不言而喻
waterfall: 瀑布
emotions: 心生感触
abroad: 国外
distanced: 疏远
twinge: 一丝
guilt: 内疚
heartfelt: 深情
understanding: 理解
comfort: 宽慰
exterior: 外衣
burden: 负担
lodging: 住处
aroma: 香味
dipped: 涮
balm: 良药
grounded: 踏实
pleasant: 怡人
twinkling: 闪烁
tranquility: 安宁
dwelling: 归宿
intersection: 交汇

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Bamboo Quest: A Kung Fu Adventure Amidst Chunjie Fireworks
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fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-05-08-38-19-zh

Story Transcript:

Zh: 竹林深处，绿竹高耸入云，仿佛没有尽头。
En: Deep in the bamboo forest, the green bamboo shoots tower into the clouds, seemingly without end.

Zh: 冬天的寒冷空气让呼吸更清晰，远处偶尔传来的爆竹声提醒着人们，春节快到了。
En: The cold winter air makes breathing feel crisper, and the occasional sound of firecrackers from afar reminds people that the Chunjie (Spring Festival) is approaching.

Zh: 今天，三个朋友—伟、悦和明—来到这片竹林，他们充满期待，要重现一部功夫电影里的绝妙场景。
En: Today, three friends—Wei, Yue, and Ming—arrived at this bamboo forest, filled with anticipation to recreate a fantastic scene from a kung fu movie.

Zh: 伟充满热情，他是个功夫迷，策划这次冒险已久。
En: Wei, full of enthusiasm, is a kung fu fanatic and has been planning this adventure for a long time.

Zh: 他自信地走在最前面，兴奋地说：“跟着我，一定找到最棒的场景！”
En: He confidently leads the way, excitedly saying, "Follow me, and we'll definitely find the best scene!"

Zh: 旁边的悦却有些担忧，
En: Beside him, Yue is a bit worried.

Zh: 她本就细心，怕大家会迷路。
En: She's naturally careful and fears getting lost.

Zh: 尽管心里藏着顾虑，但她还是拿出手机导航，希望这能让她安心一些。
En: Although there’s apprehension in her heart, she takes out her phone for navigation, hoping it will give her some peace of mind.

Zh: 走在最后的是明，他嘴角带笑，手里捧着一袋春节零食。
En: At the back is Ming, smiling with a bag of Spring Festival snacks in his hands.

Zh: 他吃着瓜子，说：“啊，只要有吃的就好，不用想太多。”
En: As he munches on sunflower seeds, he says, "Ah, as long as there's food, it’s fine; there’s no need to overthink."

Zh: 他的轻松态度让大家都放松不少。
En: His relaxed attitude helps everyone feel more at ease.

Zh: 可竹林里的路不像看起来那么简单。
En: However, the paths in the bamboo forest aren’t as simple as they seem.

Zh: 绕来绕去，四周都差不多。
En: They wind and turn, making everything look the same.

Zh: 伟继续走着，还不时停下来摆出功夫姿势。
En: Wei continues walking and occasionally stops to pose in various kung fu stances.

Zh: 他对自己找路的能力充满信心，转头对朋友们说：“再往前走走就能找到路。”
En: He's confident in his ability to navigate, turning to his friends and saying, “Let's walk a bit further to find the way.”

Zh: 悦看看手机导航，发现信号很不稳定。
En: Yue checks her phone’s navigation but notices the signal is very unstable.

Zh: 她叹口气，边走边说：“还是小心点，别走太远迷路了。”
En: She sighs and says while walking, "Let's be cautious and not wander too far to avoid getting lost."

Zh: 而明呢，已经偷偷再吃了几块糕点，鼓励大家：“饿了就吃点，走饿了也不怕！”
En: Meanwhile, Ming has sneakily eaten a few more snacks, encouraging everyone, "If we're hungry, let's just eat a bit. There's no fear in getting tired from walking!"

Zh: 终于，走着走着，一股困惑笼罩着他们。
En: Finally, as they continued, a sense of confusion enveloped them.

Zh: 偌大的竹林成了名副其实的迷宫，前面看不到希望，后面也一模一样。
En: The vast bamboo forest turned into a veritable maze, with no hope in sight ahead, and the path behind looked identical.

Zh: 就在这时，不远处，伟忽然大喊：“看这个动作！”说完，他就飞快地跳跃并转身踢出一脚。
En: Suddenly, not far away, Wei shouted, "Watch this move!" After saying this, he swiftly jumped and turned, delivering a kick.

Zh: 然而，这股冲动导致伟不小心踢在一根竹子上，结果整片竹林如多米诺骨牌般接连倒下。
En: Unfortunately, this impulsive action accidentally kicked a bamboo stalk, causing the entire forest to topple like a series of dominoes.

Zh: 这意外下一秒变成他们的救命稻草。
En: This accident unexpectedly became their saving grace.

Zh: 眼前突然出现了一条隐藏的小径。
En: A hidden path appeared before them.

Zh: 从空隙中漏下的阳光让他们的脸上重现了笑容。
En: The sunlight filtering through gaps in the foliage brought smiles back to their faces.

Zh: 太阳开始下山，他们跌跌撞撞地走出了竹林。
En: As the sun began to set, they stumbled out of the bamboo forest.

Zh: 远处开始绽放缤纷的焰火，映红整个天际。
En: In the distance, vibrant fireworks began to bloom, lighting up the entire sky.

Zh: 伟诚恳地对朋友们微笑：“我以后会多听你们的建议。”
En: Wei sincerely smiled at his friends, "I'll listen to your suggestions more in the future."

Zh: 悦也同样点头：“其实这样也蛮好玩的，该放轻松一点。”
En: Yue nodded in agreement, "Actually, this was pretty fun. I should relax a bit more."

Zh: 明抹了一把嘴，笑着说：“下次我一定留点吃的给大家。”
En: Ming wiped his mouth and smiled, "Next time, I’ll definitely save some food for everyone."

Zh: 他们一起看着天空中绽放的焰火，各自心中都怀着对彼此的感谢。
En: Together, they watched the fireworks bloom in the sky, each holding gratitude for each other in their hearts.

Zh: 这次冒险成为了他们之间的美好回忆，春节的夜色也显得格外温暖。
En: This adventure became a beautiful memory among them, and the night of the Chunjie felt especially warm.

Vocabulary Words:
anticipation: 期待
fantastic: 绝妙
enthusiasm: 热情
fanatic: 迷
apprehension: 顾虑
navigation: 导航
stable: 稳定
munches: 吃
relaxed: 轻松
unease: 不安
paths: 路径
stances: 姿势
navigate: 找路
cautious: 小心
veritable: 名副其实的
impulsive: 冲动的
topple: 倒下
foliage: 植被
grace: 恩惠
dominoes: 多米诺骨牌
hidden: 隐藏的
enveloped: 笼罩
unexpectedly: 意外地
confusion: 困惑
maze: 迷宫
hidden path: 隐藏的小径
sincerely: 诚恳地
gratitude: 感谢
stumbled: 跌跌撞撞地
bloom: 绽放

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Brewing Heritage: Li Wei's Journey to a Perfect Cup of Tea
Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-04-23-34-02-zh

Story Transcript:

Zh: 冬天的早晨，空气清新而寒冷，茶园的茶树上覆着一层薄霜，如同一片银白色的海洋。
En: On a winter morning, the air was fresh and cold, and the tea trees in the tea garden were covered with a thin frost, like a silver-white ocean.

Zh: 在杭州的乡村，古老的木屋中，有一间温暖的茶艺教室，铜壶中的蒸汽轻轻飘荡。
En: In the countryside of Hangzhou, in an ancient wooden house, there was a warm tea art classroom with steam gently drifting from a copper kettle.

Zh: 这天，李伟正坐在教室里。
En: On this day, Li Wei was sitting in the classroom.

Zh: 他是一个勤奋的学生，非常热爱文化传承。
En: He was a diligent student who had a strong passion for cultural heritage.

Zh: 他特地来到这里，参加一个传统茶艺课。
En: He had specifically come here to attend a traditional tea art class.

Zh: 他心中有一个小小的愿望：在春节家庭聚会的时候，为奶奶泡一杯完美的茶。
En: He had a small wish in his heart: to brew a perfect cup of tea for his grandmother during the Spring Festival family gathering.

Zh: 茶艺的制作并不简单。
En: The art of tea making is not simple.

Zh: 李伟发现，每一步都有讲究，从选茶到泡茶，每一个动作都需谨慎。
En: Li Wei found that every step was crucial, from selecting the tea to brewing it, and each action required caution.

Zh: 特别是在卷制茶叶的时候，他总是手忙脚乱，感到非常苦恼。
En: Especially when rolling the tea leaves, he was always flustered and felt very troubled.

Zh: 他不敢停下来，怕失败会令家人失望。
En: He didn't dare to stop, fearing that failure would disappoint his family.

Zh: 夜幕降临，其他学生都离开了，但李伟选择留下。
En: As night fell, the other students had left, but Li Wei chose to stay.

Zh: 他请教老师，希望得到更多的指导。
En: He sought advice from the teacher, hoping to receive more guidance.

Zh: 他一边听老师细细讲解一边默默练习。
En: While listening to the teacher's detailed explanations, he practiced silently.

Zh: 李伟逐渐明白，茶艺不仅是一项技艺，更是一种传承。
En: Li Wei gradually realized that tea art was not only a skill but also a form of heritage.

Zh: 经过长时间的练习，李伟终于泡出了一杯完美的茶。
En: After long hours of practice, Li Wei finally brewed a perfect cup of tea.

Zh: 老师微笑着品茶，点头称赞道：“这茶闻起来就像你奶奶的手艺。
En: The teacher sipped it with a smile and nodded in praise, saying, "This tea smells just like your grandmother's craftsmanship."

Zh: ”李伟心中如释重负。
En: Li Wei felt a weight lifted from his heart.

Zh: 春节到了，家人都聚在一起。
En: When Spring Festival arrived, the family gathered together.

Zh: 李伟端出自己精心泡制的茶，将其献给奶奶。
En: Li Wei presented the tea he had carefully brewed to his grandmother.

Zh: 奶奶喝了一口，赞叹不已，眼中闪烁着喜悦。
En: She took a sip and praised it endlessly, her eyes sparkling with joy.

Zh: 她开始讲起自己年轻时在杭州的故事，仿佛过去的岁月都在那茶香中重现。
En: She began to recount stories from her youth in Hangzhou, as if the past years were recreated in the fragrance of the tea.

Zh: 李伟感到无比自豪。
En: Li Wei felt an immense sense of pride.

Zh: 他不仅获得了家人的赞誉，也重新找到了对家族文化的深刻理解。
En: He not only received praise from his family but also found a profound understanding of his family's culture.

Zh: 他明白，传承文化，连接的不只是茶香，还有那些珍贵的回忆与情感。
En: He understood that passing on culture connects not only the aroma of tea but also those precious memories and emotions.

Zh: 通过这次经历，李伟不仅变得更加自信，也更加感激那代代相传的文化瑰宝。
En: Through this experience, Li Wei not only became more confident but also more grateful for the cultural treasures passed down through generations.

Vocabulary Words:
frost: 薄霜
drifting: 飘荡
diligent: 勤奋
passion: 热爱
heritage: 传承
caution: 谨慎
flustered: 手忙脚乱
troubled: 苦恼
disappoint: 失望
guidance: 指导
explanations: 讲解
sip: 品茶
craftsmanship: 手艺
endlessly: 不已
sparkling: 闪烁
recount: 讲起
immense: 无比
profound: 深刻
treasures: 瑰宝
generations: 代代
brew: 泡制
decorated: 精心
house: 木屋
winter: 冬天
fragrance: 茶香
understanding: 理解
confidence: 自信
thankful: 感激
memories: 回忆
emotions: 情感

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Illuminating Dreams: Mei's Lantern of Change & Discovery
Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:
fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-04-08-38-19-zh

Story Transcript:

Zh: 村庄坐落在连绵起伏的小山之间，覆盖着一层柔和的白雪。
En: A village nestled between rolling hills was covered with a soft layer of white snow.

Zh: 在冬天的空气中，红色和金色的灯笼在传统瓦屋顶的飞檐下轻轻摇曳。
En: In the winter air, the red and gold lanterns gently swayed under the eaves of traditional tiled roofs.

Zh: 狭窄的石板路通向村里的学校，空气中弥漫着节日食物的香味，还有村民们准备庆祝活动的笑声。
En: Narrow stone paths led to the village school, filled with the aroma of festive food and the laughter of villagers preparing for celebrations.

Zh: 梅是一名安静的高中生。
En: Mei was a quiet high school student.

Zh: 她总是躲在教室的角落里。
En: She always hid in the corner of the classroom.

Zh: 不太喜欢说话，却有着深刻的思考。
En: Not fond of speaking, yet she had deep thoughts.

Zh: 这一年冬天的元宵节，学校举办灯会。
En: This year's Lantern Festival in winter, the school held a lantern fair.

Zh: 梅心里有一个秘密的愿望，她想做一个最美丽的灯笼，来打动她的朋友浩。
En: Mei had a secret wish in her heart; she wanted to make the most beautiful lantern to impress her friend Hao.

Zh: 浩是梅的童年玩伴。
En: Hao was Mei's childhood playmate.

Zh: 他总是充满活力，对生活充满了渴望。
En: He was always full of energy and a zest for life.

Zh: 但梅不知道如何表达自己对浩的感情。
En: But Mei didn’t know how to express her feelings for Hao.

Zh: 她的对手静，是一个外向和有才华的同学，静的创意很棒，而且她也喜欢浩。
En: Her rival Jing was an outgoing and talented classmate, whose creativity was great, and she also liked Hao.

Zh: 梅感到有些不安。
En: Mei felt a bit uneasy.

Zh: 老师宣布灯会的比赛规则后，梅决定找她的奶奶帮忙。
En: After the teacher announced the competition rules for the lantern fair, Mei decided to seek help from her grandmother.

Zh: 奶奶是村里有名的手工艺人。
En: Her grandmother was a renowned artisan in the village.

Zh: 很多年前，她传授给村民们传统的灯笼制作技艺。
En: Many years ago, she taught the villagers the traditional art of making lanterns.

Zh: “奶奶，我想做一个特别的灯笼给学校的灯会。”梅小声说。
En: “Grandma, I want to make a special lantern for the school's lantern fair,” Mei said softly.

Zh: “你有好想法吗？”奶奶拿起一块红布。
En: “Do you have a good idea?” her grandmother asked, picking up a piece of red cloth.

Zh: “我想做一个有雪花和小山图案的灯笼。
En: “I want to make a lantern with snowflake and mountain patterns.

Zh: 那样可以代表我们的村子。”梅回答。
En: That could represent our village,” Mei replied.

Zh: 奶奶微笑着点头。
En: Her grandmother nodded with a smile.

Zh: 她开始教梅如何裁剪和缝制。
En: She began teaching Mei how to cut and sew.

Zh: 梅学得很认真，她的手慢慢熟练起来。
En: Mei learned very seriously, and slowly her hands became more skillful.

Zh: 元宵节的晚上，学校里灯火辉煌。
En: On the night of the Lantern Festival, the school was brilliantly lit.

Zh: 五颜六色的灯笼点亮了整个校园。
En: Colored lanterns illuminated the entire campus.

Zh: 梅也紧张地等待着，她的灯笼在一个不起眼的桌子上摆着。
En: Mei waited nervously; her lantern was placed on an inconspicuous table.

Zh: 灯展开始，大家都聚集在一起，观赏各式各样的灯笼。
En: As the lantern display began, everyone gathered to admire the various lanterns.

Zh: 此时，一缕灯光照亮了梅的灯笼。
En: At that moment, a beam of light illuminated Mei's lantern.

Zh: 灯笼上精致的图案像是活起来了一样，顿时吸引了所有人的目光。
En: The exquisite patterns on the lantern seemed to come alive, instantly capturing everyone's attention.

Zh: 浩惊讶地看着这个灯笼，慢慢走向前来。
En: Hao looked at the lantern in surprise and slowly walked toward it.

Zh: “梅，这是你做的？”浩抬起头，惊讶又欣慰地问。
En: “Mei, did you make this?” Hao raised his head, asking in amazement and with a sense of relief.

Zh: 梅点了点头，心中充满了喜悦。
En: Mei nodded, her heart filled with joy.

Zh: “你做得真好。我从来不知道你这么有创意。”浩笑着说。
En: “You did great. I never knew you were so creative,” Hao said with a smile.

Zh: 那一刻，梅感到前所未有的自信。
En: At that moment, Mei felt unprecedented confidence.

Zh: 而浩的称赞让她更加坚定，她决定以后要多尝试创造性活动。
En: And Hao's praise made her more determined; she decided to try more creative activities in the future.

Zh: 从那天起，梅变得更加开朗。
En: From that day on, Mei became more cheerful.

Zh: 她开始积极参与学校的活动。
En: She started to actively participate in school activities.

Zh: 她和浩的友情也更进一步，如今他们有了共同的梦想和目标。
En: Her friendship with Hao deepened, and now they had shared dreams and goals.

Zh: 村子的冬天虽然寒冷，但梅的心中却充满了温暖。
En: Although the village’s winter was cold, Mei's heart was filled with warmth.

Zh: 村庄里，漫天的灯光照亮了他们的未来。
En: Throughout the village, the brilliant lights illuminated their future.

Vocabulary Words:
nestled: 坐落
swayed: 摇曳
eaves: 飞檐
aroma: 香味
lantern: 灯笼
festive: 节日
rival: 对手
uneasy: 不安
announce: 宣布
renowned: 有名
artisan: 手工艺人
patterns: 图案
exquisite: 精致
inconspicuous: 不起眼
illuminated: 点亮
admire: 观赏
astonishment: 惊讶
determined: 坚定
creative: 创意
participate: 参与
unprecedented: 前所未有
cheerful: 开朗
zest: 渴望
tiled: 瓦
childhood: 童年
talented: 有才华
sew: 缝制
beam: 一缕
capturing: 吸引
warmth: 温暖