Bedtime Story | The Dragon's Journey to the Parade

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The Dragon's Journey to the Parade

龍的遊行之旅

Haoyu and Chao were playing outside under the clear blue sky. Their laughter echoed through the peach orchard as they chased each other around the twisting trees. 浩宇和超正在外面晴朗的藍天下玩耍。他們的笑聲在桃園裡迴盪，他們在扭曲的樹叢中互相追逐。

Suddenly, a flash of light streaked across the sky. The boys stopped and gazed upwards. A shimmering form emerged from the clouds, descending toward them. 突然，天空中劃過一道流光。男孩們停下來，向上凝視。一道閃光的身影從雲層中出現，朝他們落去。

A mysterious flash in the sky, boys looking up

As the figure drew closer, scales of emerald and gold glistened in the sunlight. It was a dragon, with eyes as wise as the ancient mountains. 隨著人影的靠近，翠綠和金色的鱗片在陽光下閃閃發光。那是一條巨龍，目光如古山般睿智。

The dragon landed softly in front of Haoyu and Chao. 'I am Xing,' the dragon spoke, 'and I seek the Chinese New Year parade.' 巨龍輕輕落在了浩宇和超的面前。 “我是星星，”龍說道，“我尋求農曆新年遊行。”

Knowing the parade's importance, the boys nodded solemnly. 'We will guide you, Xing,' Haoyu said. Hand in hand, they started off toward the town. 知道遊行的重要性，男孩們鄭重地點點頭。「我們會引導你的，星星。」浩宇說。他們手牽手，向小鎮進發。

Boys agreeing to help Dragon, emerald scales, gold underbelly, wise eyes

They passed through bustling streets and alleys, leading the majestic Xing. Excited whispers followed as townsfolk spotted the trio on their quest. 他們穿過繁華的大街小巷，引領雄偉的興。當鎮民發現這三人正在他們的任務中時，興奮的竊竊私語隨之而來。

Finally, the sounds of drums and cymbals reached their ears. The parade was near! 'Quickly,' Chao urged, 'we mustn't be late!' 終於，鼓聲、鈸聲傳入了他們的耳中。遊行即將來臨！ “快點，”趙催促道，“我們不能遲到！”

As they entered the parade, cheers erupted from the crowd. Xing soared above, his colors reflecting the joy of the people below. 當他們進入遊行隊伍時，人群中爆發出歡呼聲。星在高空翱翔，他的色彩映照著下方人們的喜悅。

With each beat of the drum, Xing grew larger, his movements more graceful and powerful. The crowd was witnessing a miracle – Xing was becoming an adult dragon! 隨著鼓聲的每一次敲響，邢氏的體型越來越大，動作也更加優美有力。人們見證了奇蹟──星正在變成一條成年龍！

Dragon, emerald scales, gold underbelly, wise eyes transforming into an adult dragon

The celebration reached its peak as Xing's transformation completed. Lanterns filled the sky, and the air was thick with the aroma of delicious treats. 隨著邢的轉變完成，慶祝活動達到了高潮。燈籠掛滿了天空，空氣中瀰漫著美味佳餚的香味。

Xing landed gently before the boys. 'Thank you, brave Haoyu and wise Chao, for guiding me,' he said, bowing his great head. 邢輕輕落在了男孩們面前。「謝謝你們，勇敢的浩宇和智慧的趙，指導我。」他低著大頭說。

Dragon, emerald scales, gold underbelly, wise eyes expressing gratitude

With a roar that danced with the fireworks, Xing took to the skies. Haoyu and Chao watched as he circled above, a guardian of the year of the dragon, before disappearing into the night. 隨著一聲與煙火共舞的轟鳴聲，星星飛上了天空。浩宇和超看著他在上空盤旋，這位龍年守護者消失在夜色之中。

Dragon, emerald scales, gold underbelly, wise eyes flies away, celebration of the dragon year

Reflection Questions

How do you think Haoyu and Chao felt when they first saw Xing in the sky?
What traits did Haoyu and Chao demonstrate by deciding to help Xing find the parade?
Why is it important to be grateful like Xing was? How can we show gratitude in our lives?

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