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  • Mysteries of the Zijin Cheng: Unraveling History's Secret

    Mysteries of the Zijin Cheng: Unraveling History's Secret
    Feb 16 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Mysteries of the Zijin Cheng: Unraveling History's Secret Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-16-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 紫禁城被一层薄薄的白雪覆盖，红墙金顶点缀着冬日的灰白天空，宛如一幅美丽的画卷。En: The Zijin Cheng was covered by a thin layer of white snow, red walls and golden roofs contrasting against the gray and white winter sky, resembling a beautiful painting.Zh: 新年将至，彩灯和装饰品为皇宫带来了节日的气息。En: As the New Year approached, colorful lights and decorations brought a festive atmosphere to the imperial palace.Zh: 然而，宁静的氛围下，一桩诡异事件悄然发生。En: Yet, beneath the serene ambiance, a mysterious event quietly unfolded.Zh: 明是一位历史教授。En: Ming was a history professor.Zh: 他喜欢解开古老的秘密。En: He enjoyed unraveling ancient secrets.Zh: 当他听说一件古代神器消失在紫禁城时，他无法抵挡住内心的冲动。En: When he heard about an ancient artifact disappearing in the Zijin Cheng, he couldn’t resist the urge within him.Zh: 他知道找到神器不仅仅是为了历史，也是他内心的一种渴望。En: He knew that finding the artifact was not just for history, but was a personal desire of his as well.Zh: 梁是紫禁城的保安。En: Liang was a security guard at the Zijin Cheng.Zh: 他对此神器有特别的感情，因为它与他的家族历史有关。En: He had a special connection to this artifact because it was related to his family history.Zh: 神器的消失让他非常焦虑，因为他的上司对他施加了巨大的压力。En: The artifact's disappearance made him very anxious due to the immense pressure from his superiors.Zh: 夏是一位著名的考古学家。En: Xia was a renowned archaeologist.Zh: 她能解决许多谜团，但对明的动机持怀疑态度。En: She could solve many mysteries but was skeptical of Ming's motivations.Zh: 她不确定明是否真的是出于历史研究的目的。En: She wasn't sure whether Ming truly sought to research history.Zh: 尽管有顾虑，明决定与梁和夏合作。En: Despite their concerns, Ming decided to collaborate with Liang and Xia.Zh: 他向他们坦白了自己对历史的热情和秘密。En: He confessed his passion and secret for history to them.Zh: 他们开始在紫禁城内部寻找蛛丝马迹。En: They started searching for clues within the Zijin Cheng.Zh: 一天，雪仍在轻轻飘落，三人在御花园的庭院中发现一扇隐藏的石门。En: One day, with snow still gently falling, the three of them discovered a hidden stone door in the courtyard of the imperial garden.Zh: 墙面上有细细的裂缝，似乎通往一个未知的世界。En: The wall had fine cracks, seemingly leading to an unknown world.Zh: 这里很少有人踏足，石门后传来微弱的风声。En: Few had set foot there, and a faint breeze could be heard from behind the stone door.Zh: 小心翼翼地打开了石门，三人走进了一条蜿蜒地下通道。En: Cautiously opening the stone door, the three entered a meandering underground passage.Zh: 通道尽头，一道细微的光芒闪烁。En: At the end of the passage, a faint light flickered.Zh: 那就是失踪的神器，它正静躺在一个布满尘埃的石台上。En: There lay the missing artifact, resting quietly on a dust-covered stone platform.Zh: 梁欣喜若狂，不仅找到了神器，也清除了他身上的嫌疑。En: Liang was ecstatic, having not only found the artifact but also cleared his name.Zh: 夏看到明在发现神器后的激动与欣慰，更理解了他对历史的热爱。En: Seeing Ming's excitement and relief upon discovering the artifact, Xia better understood his love for history.Zh: 在新年的鞭炮声中，神器重回原位，紫禁城再次恢复宁静。En: Amid the sound of New Year's fireworks, the artifact was returned to its rightful place, and the Zijin Cheng was restored to peace.Zh: 梁得到上级的嘉奖，夏与明的友谊在解开谜团中加深。En: Liang received commendations from his superiors, and Xia's and Ming's friendship deepened through solving the mystery together.Zh: 最终，明也学会了坦然面对自己的热情，明白了团队合作的重要性。En: Ultimately, Ming learned to face his passion openly and understood the importance of teamwork.Zh: 在华丽的紫禁城背景下，这个新年，他们收获的不仅是成功，还有珍贵的友谊和共同的信仰。En: Against the magnificent backdrop of the Zijin Cheng, this New Year, they gained not only success but also precious friendship and shared beliefs.Zh: 故事在紫禁城新春的烟花中圆满结束。En: The story concluded perfectly amidst the New Year's fireworks in the Zijin Cheng. Vocabulary Words:serene: 宁静ambiance: 氛围unraveling: 解开artifact: 神器...
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  • Missing Documents and the Race Against the Clock

    Missing Documents and the Race Against the Clock
    Feb 15 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Missing Documents and the Race Against the Clock Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-15-23-34-02-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 公司办公室里气氛紧张，明亮的灯光照射在光滑的办公桌面上，电脑声、键盘声和电话铃声交织在一起。En: The atmosphere in the company office was tense, with bright lights shining on the smooth surfaces of the desks, the sounds of computers, keyboards, and ringing phones all intertwined.Zh: 外面，雪花轻巧地飘落在城市中，为人们期待的元宵节增添了几分节日气氛。En: Outside, snowflakes gently drifted down on the city, adding a touch of festive atmosphere for the eagerly anticipated Yuanxiao Festival.Zh: Lian坐在电脑前，思绪重重。En: Lian sat in front of the computer, deep in thought.Zh: 今天有一个重要的会议，他急需那份机密文件。En: There was an important meeting today, and he urgently needed that confidential document.Zh: 这份文件会是他升职的关键。En: This document would be crucial for his promotion.Zh: 但此时，它却不翼而飞。En: But now, it was nowhere to be found.Zh: Lian环顾四周，看见同事们各自忙碌。En: Lian looked around and saw his colleagues busy with their tasks.Zh: 此刻，他感到自己像被海浪淹没，喘不过气来。En: At that moment, he felt as if he was drowning in a sea wave, unable to catch his breath.Zh: Qiu从旁边走过，脸上没有一丝担忧，反而带着隐约的微笑。En: Qiu walked by, his face showing no signs of worry; instead, there was a faint smile.Zh: 两人虽然是同事，但Qiu向来行事神秘，且总是与他竞争。En: Although they were colleagues, Qiu had always acted mysteriously and often competed with him.Zh: Lian内心不禁怀疑，他是否与这次文件失踪有关。En: Lian couldn't help but suspect that he had something to do with the missing document.Zh: Meilin是另一个值得信任的朋友。En: Meilin was another friend whom he could trust.Zh: 她善于帮助人，总是能够冷静应对突发状况。En: She was good at helping people and always able to calmly handle unexpected situations.Zh: Lian觉得应该寻求她的帮助。En: Lian thought he should seek her help.Zh: 他走向Meilin，低声说道：“文件不见了，En: He walked over to Meilin and said in a low voice, "The document is missing.Zh: 我该怎么办？”En: What should I do?"Zh: Meilin点了点头，露出坚定的神色：“我们一定能找到的。En: Meilin nodded, showing a determined expression: "We will definitely find it.Zh: 先别慌。”En: Don't panic."Zh: 时间一点一滴地流逝，Lian焦虑的心情越来越重。En: As time ticked away, Lian's anxiety grew heavier.Zh: 他决定试探一下Qiu，便走到他的座位旁，轻声问道：“你有没有看到那份文件？”En: He decided to test Qiu, so he went to his desk and quietly asked, "Have you seen that document?"Zh: Qiu耸耸肩，眼神坦然无疑：“没有看到。En: Qiu shrugged, his eyes unassumingly frank: "I haven't seen it.Zh: 你再找找吧。”En: You should keep looking."Zh: Lian快急疯了。En: Lian was almost frantic.Zh: 就在这时，他的目光停留在Qiu附近的一只锁着的抽屉上。En: Just then, his gaze landed on a locked drawer near Qiu.Zh: 一个念头闪过他的脑海：这个抽屉会不会藏着什么？En: A thought flashed through his mind: Could something be hidden in that drawer?Zh: 他返回自己座位，向Meilin表达了心中的怀疑。En: He returned to his desk and shared his suspicions with Meilin.Zh: Meilin沉思片刻，说：“或许我们可以找机会看看。”En: Meilin pondered for a moment and said, "Perhaps we should find an opportunity to take a look."Zh: 机会很快就来了。En: The opportunity soon arose.Zh: Qiu去到了洗手间。En: Qiu went to the restroom.Zh: Lian和Meilin迅速来到他的桌子前。En: Lian and Meilin quickly moved to his desk.Zh: 借助她平常细心收集的备用钥匙，他们打开了Qiu的抽屉。En: With the spare keys that she had carefully collected, they opened Qiu's drawer.Zh: 果真，文件安静地躺在那里。En: Sure enough, the document lay there quietly.Zh: Lian如释重负，将文件拿出来，他们迅速将一切恢复原状。En: Lian, relieved, took out the document, and they swiftly restored everything to its original state.Zh: 会议开始前，Lian带上文件走进会议室。En: Before the meeting started, Lian walked into the meeting room with the document.Zh: 面对公司的高层领导，他冷静自如地进行演示，赢得了一片赞许与掌声。En: Facing the company's senior executives, he delivered his presentation calmly and confidently, earning praise and applause.Zh: 最终，Lian不仅成功完成任务，还在这一事件中学会了信任与警惕并存的重要性。En: ...
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  • Liang's Choice: Balancing Career Ambitions and Family Bonds

    Liang's Choice: Balancing Career Ambitions and Family Bonds
    Feb 15 2026
    Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Liang's Choice: Balancing Career Ambitions and Family Bonds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-02-15-08-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 雪花轻轻飘落城市的屋檐，远处的街道上挂满了红色的灯笼。En: Snowflakes gently drifted onto the roofs of the city, with red lanterns hanging all over the distant streets.Zh: 玻璃墙的办公室里，梁用力揉了揉眼睛，看着桌上的文件。En: In the office with glass walls, Liang rubbed his eyes vigorously as he looked at the documents on the table.Zh: 他知道，这个商业会议对他的事业非常重要。En: He knew that this business meeting was extremely important to his career.Zh: 这是他的机会，他想到。En: "This is my chance," he thought.Zh: 他想在老板面前展现自己的工作能力，以期在新的一年里获得晋升。En: He wanted to showcase his work ability in front of his boss, hoping to get a promotion in the new year.Zh: 然而正值春节，家里的人也在期待着他的归来。En: However, it was chunjie (Spring Festival), and his family was also expecting his return.Zh: 每年这个时候，全家人聚在一起，欢度佳节。En: Every year at this time, the whole family would gather together to celebrate the festive season.Zh: 然而，今年与往年不同。En: However, this year was different from previous years.Zh: 梅琳是梁的同事，也是他的导师。En: Meilin was Liang's colleague and also his mentor.Zh: 梅琳工作多年，习惯了在事业和生活之间取得平衡。En: Having worked for many years, Meilin was used to striking a balance between career and life.Zh: 当梁向她表达苦恼时，梅琳微微一笑，说：“工作重要，家人也重要。En: When Liang expressed his distress to her, Meilin smiled slightly and said, "Work is important, but so is family.Zh: 有些时候，你要做个艰难的决定。En: Sometimes, you have to make a tough decision."Zh: ”雪还在下，会议室内渐渐热闹起来，大家都在紧张地准备着。En: The snow continued to fall as the meeting room gradually became lively, with everyone nervously preparing.Zh: 就在这时，梁的手机突然震动了一下，是家里的信息。En: Just then, Liang's phone suddenly vibrated; it was a message from home.Zh: 他的心跳漏了一拍。En: His heart skipped a beat.Zh: 家里出了一点紧急情况，他需要立刻回去。En: There was a minor emergency at home, and he needed to return immediately.Zh: 内心的画面一闪而过，一个是闪烁的城市霓虹灯和满桌的商业文件；另一个是温暖的家、微笑的家人。En: In his mind, two images flashed by: one was the neon lights of the city and tables full of business documents; the other was a warm home with smiling family members.Zh: 他的心开始左右摇摆。En: His heart began to sway.Zh: 这一刻，他必须做出选择。En: At this moment, he had to make a choice.Zh: “梁，你准备好了吗？En: "Liang, are you ready?"Zh: ”老板的声音把他拉回了现实。En: The boss's voice pulled him back to reality.Zh: 梁将手机放回口袋，拿起文件起身。En: Liang put his phone back in his pocket, picked up the documents, and stood up.Zh: 但他突然停住了，低声对梅琳说：“我想，我知道该选择什么了。En: But he suddenly stopped, and said softly to Meilin, "I think I know what I should choose."Zh: ”梁迅速离开了会议室。En: Liang quickly left the meeting room.Zh: 他走得很快，雪中他的脚步越来越坚定。En: He walked swiftly, his steps in the snow growing more determined.Zh: 他知道即使在事业上，他也不愿失去那份深厚的传统与亲情的牵绊。En: He knew that even in his career, he did not want to lose the deep ties of tradition and family affection.Zh: 回到家里，梁受到了家人的热情欢迎。En: Back at home, Liang was warmly welcomed by his family.Zh: 虽然错过了会议，但他并不后悔这个决定。En: Although he missed the meeting, he did not regret this decision.Zh: 他意识到，事业固然重要，但家庭与文化传统同样值得珍视。En: He realized that while career is important, family and cultural traditions are equally worth cherishing.Zh: 在新的一年里，他隐隐感到内心的强大与平衡。En: In the new year, he vaguely felt a sense of strength and balance within.Zh: 故事最后，在新年的鞭炮声中，梁从与家人团聚的温暖中体会到了一种全新的力量。En: In the end, under the sound of New Year's firecrackers, Liang experienced a newfound strength from reuniting with his family.Zh: 他相信，下一次，他会更好地平衡这份事业和珍贵的传统。En: He believed that next time, he would better balance his career and precious traditions. Vocabulary Words:drifted: 飘落roof: 屋檐vigorously: 用力documents: 文件...
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