读英文微小说，习得英语词汇 | Chapter 5: The Choice

英语阅读能力是英语学习者语言水平的体现。阅读对于学习者具有重要的作用，不仅能培养学生英语语感，还能促进词汇积累，提高写作水平。对培养学习者的英语综合能力大有帮助，同时也是学好英语的主要手段和有效途径。今后 给大家安排了每天500字的小说阅读，期待大家加入，一起读英文原创小说。

每天500字阅读（朗读更棒），每个月就是1万5千字，每年的阅读量就可以达到高达18万， 这是一个很了不起的阅读量。同时，我们把词汇提取出来，真实语境，更有利于习得词汇，一起读起来。

The Keeper stepped aside, revealing the largest stone glowing more brightly than the others. “Step forward if you wish to receive the circle’s wisdom,” he said. “But know this—understanding these principles will not be easy. It will require effort, courage, and an open heart.”

Oliver looked at Emily, who nodded. Together, they approached the glowing stone. As they stood before it, the whispers grew louder, surrounding them like a gentle breeze. Suddenly, they felt a rush of warmth, as though the circle itself was welcoming them.

The Keeper raised his staff, and the whispers transformed into clear voices, each one reciting a story of courage, kindness, or honesty from ages past. Oliver and Emily listened, their minds filling with images of ancient heroes, compassionate leaders, and wise elders. Each story seemed to leave a mark on their hearts, as if planting seeds of inspiration.

When the voices faded, the Keeper spoke again. “You have begun your journey. Carry these lessons with you, and use them to make the world better. The circle will always be here, waiting for those who seek its truths.”

The light dimmed, and the clearing returned to its quiet state. The Keeper disappeared, leaving Oliver and Emily standing in awe. As they walked back to the village, they knew their adventure had changed them forever. They felt a newfound sense of purpose, ready to share the wisdom they had gained.

Key Words:

1. effort - 努力

2. open heart - 开放的心灵

3. breeze - 微风

4. warmth - 温暖

5. compassionate - 富有同情心的

6. elder - 长者

7. inspiration - 灵感

8. journey - 旅程

9. purpose - 目标

10. awe - 敬畏

中文译文：

守护者让开一步，露出最明亮的那块石头。“如果你们愿意接受石圈的智慧，就向前一步，”他说。“但要知道，理解这些原则并不容易。这需要付出努力、勇气以及一颗开放的心。”

奥利弗看向艾米丽，她点了点头。两人一起走向那块发光的石头。当他们站在石头前时，低语声变得更加清晰，像柔和的微风环绕着他们。忽然间，他们感到一阵温暖，仿佛石圈本身在欢迎他们。

守护者举起了手杖，低语声变成了清晰的声音，每个声音都在讲述关于勇气、善良或诚实的古老故事。奥利弗和艾米丽静静聆听，脑海中浮现出古代英雄、富有同情心的领袖以及睿智长者的形象。这些故事似乎在他们心中留下了印记，像是在播下灵感的种子。

当声音消失后，守护者再次开口：“你们的旅程已经开始。带着这些教训，用它们让世界变得更好。石圈会一直在这里，等待那些寻求真相的人。”

光芒逐渐暗淡，空地恢复了安静。守护者消失了，只留下奥利弗和艾米丽，心中充满敬畏。他们返回村庄的路上，意识到这次冒险已永远改变了他们。他们感到一种全新的目标感，准备好将获得的智慧分享给更多人。

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