伊索寓言双语小故事：家狗和狼的故事（中英字幕）

　　伊索寓言故事之狼和家犬，这个故事告诉我们宁可自由地挨饿，也不愿套着链子过舒适日子，自由比安乐更重要。

　　The Wolf and the House Dog 家狗和狼

　　A tired and hungry Wolf is looking for food in the forest.

　　Wolf: Im so tired and hungry. I looked for food all day. But there is no food. I cant even find a Rabbit.

　　Just then a little Rabbit hops by.

　　Wolf: Oh, look!Its a Rabbit! I will catch it and eat it for lunch.

　　The Rabbit sees the Wolf, too.

　　Rabbit: Its a Wolf! I better run away! Hey, but the Wolf looks really tired. Yeah, he looks old and weak. I bet Im faster than him. I can easily run away from him.

　　Wolf: Stop there, little Rabbit! Im going to catch you!

　　Rabbit: Go ahead and try! I bet you cant catch me! Im much faster than you.

　　Wolf: Well see about that!

　　The Wolf chases the Rabbit. But the Rabbit is much faster. The Wolf runs out of breath and the Rabbit hops away.

　　Wolf: Stop there, you little Rabbit! Jeez! I lost it. It got away. I am too old and weak now. I cant even catch a little Rabbit. I will starve to death for sure. What shall I do? Boo-hoo-hoo.

　　A House dog comes by.

　　Dog: Hey, Wolf, whats the matter? Are you crying?

　　Wolf: Of course not.

　　Dog: Then, why are your eyes all red?

　　Wolf: Well, uhThats becauseNever mind. Anyway, what is a Dog doing in the forest?

　　Dog: Oh, yes, I was about to ask you. How can I find the village? I got lost last night.

　　Wolf: Just walk down this road.

　　Dog: Oh, thank you very much. I must be going now, good-bye.

　　The Dog walks down the road. The Wolf just watches the Dog and his mouth waters.

　　Wolf: That Dog looks fat and delicious. He would make a good lunch. But I cant even catch a Rabbit. How can I catch a Dog! He looks very strong, too. He might hurt me. But why is he so fat?

　　The Wolf just sighs. Then, the Wolf gets curious and calls the Dog.

　　Wolf: Wait, Dog!

　　Dog: What is it?

　　Wolf: Well, I was wondering

　　Dog: Hurry up! I must get home before dark.

　　Wolf: Well, I was curious. You seem so healthy and well-fed. Where do you live?

　　Dog: I live in a big house in the village. My master feeds me well.

　　Wolf: What does he feed you?

　　Dog: Well, let me think. He feeds me everything from meat to candy. I live a very comfortable life. But you look very sick and weak. Have you eaten something today?

　　Wolf: I havent eaten for three days. I cant find food anywhere.

　　Dog: Thats too bad. If you come with me, you will be well-fed, too.

　　Wolf:Really?! But what must I do there?

　　Dog: Its very simple. Just do what I do.

　　Wolf: What is that?

　　Dog: First, chase away thieves. Second, bark at beggars. Third, wag your tail in front of the master.

　　Wolf: Is that all?

　　Dog: Yes. If you do a good job, youll be loved just like me. The master will hug you and give you delicious treats

　　Wolf: I cant believe it! It is too easy. I can do that.

　　Dog: Good. Then follow me. I will take you to my master.

　　The Wolf and the Dog walk together to the village. The Wolf is so excited. But then the Wolf sees a strange mark on the Dogs neck.

　　Wolf: Hey, what is that mark on your neck?

　　Dog: Its nothing.

　　Wolf: But the fur is worn there and the skin is red.

　　Dog: Its nothing really. Its just my chain mark.

　　Wolf: what do you mean? You are chained?

　　Dog: Well, yes, but only during the day.

　　Wolf: You cant go wherever you want?

　　Dog: Its not too bad. Instead I dont worry about food.

　　The Wolf turns back.

　　Dog: Hey Wolf, where are you going?

　　Wolf: Good-bye, Dog. I would rather be hungry than be chained.

　　MORAL

　　Nothing is more valuable than FREEDOM.