A country mouse lived a simple life in a quiet field, eating grains and vegetables.
乡下老鼠过着简单的生活，住在安静的田野里，吃些谷物和蔬菜。
One day, his cousin, the town mouse, came to visit him.
有一天，他的表亲城里老鼠来看望他。
The town mouse was shocked by the plain meals and said, "How can you live like this? Come to the city and see what luxury is!"
城里老鼠对这些简单的食物感到震惊，说：“你怎么能这样生活？到城里来，看看什么是奢华！”
The country mouse agreed and followed his cousin to the city.
乡下老鼠同意了，跟着表亲去了城里。
In the city, the country mouse was amazed by the variety of delicious food: bread, cheese, and sweets.
在城里，乡下老鼠被各种美味的食物惊呆了：面包、奶酪和甜点。
However, just as they started to feast, a cat appeared, forcing them to hide in fear.
然而，他们刚开始享用食物，一只猫出现了，把他们吓得赶紧躲起来。
Later, as they tried to eat again, a dog barked, and the city was full of noise and danger.
后来，当他们再次尝试吃东西时，一只狗又吠叫起来，城市里充满了喧嚣和危险。
The country mouse finally said, "You can keep your luxury. I prefer my simple and peaceful life in the country."
乡下老鼠最后说：“奢华的生活留给你吧，我更喜欢乡下简单又安宁的生活。”
He returned home, appreciating the safety and quiet of his rural life.
他回到了家，感激乡村生活的安全与宁静。
Happiness comes not from riches but from peace of mind and contentment.
幸福不是来自财富，而是来自内心的平静与满足。
