嫦娥奔月英文版简短
The Story of Chang'e Flying to the Moon
Background and the Story of Slaying the Sun
Long ago, a time when ten suns scorched the earth, causing drought and hardship across the land. Against this backdrop, emerged a hero named Hou Yi, an archer of extraordinary skill. With his bow and arrows, he shot down nine suns, thus saving humanity from destruction.
Obtaining the Elixir of Immortality
As a reward for his heroic deed, the Queen Mother bestowed upon Hou Yi the elixir of immortality. He cherished this elixir as a symbol of eternal life and planned to share it with his beloved wife, Chang'e, to live together forever in harmony.
The Journey of Chang'e to the Moon
But, a greedy disciple sought to steal the elixir, and in order to protect it from falling into the wrong hands, Chang'e swallowed it. Immediately, she ascended into the heavens, floating towards the moon, where she attained immortality and resides in the Moon Palace evermore.
Hou Yi's Sorrowful Longing
Heartbroken by the separation from his beloved wife, Hou Yi offered her favorite fruits and gazed at the moon every night. There, he saw her shadow, a symbol of their eternal love and separation. Her presence in the moon became a source of comfort and longing for him.
Key Characters and Elements
Hou Yi - A brave archer and hero who saved humanity from the sun's destructive power.
Chang'e - His selfless wife who sacrificed herself to protect the elixir and attained immortality.
Elixir - A symbol of eternal life, but also a catalyst for tragedy and separation.
Moon - Represents both beauty and loneliness, a fitting abode for Chang'e.
This version seamlessly blends key plotlines from various sources, preserving the core narrative and allowing for a quick understanding of the story's main theme and characters.