一叶障目

Once upon a time, in ancient China, there lived a poor scholar.

从前，在中国古代，有一个穷书生。

He dreamed of becoming rich. He dreamed about it all day long, every day.

他梦想变得富有。他整天都在做梦，每天都在做梦。

Reading at his desk, he imagined himself relaxing in a grand palace.

他坐在书桌前看书，想象自己在一座宏伟的宫殿里休息。

Having dinner with his wife, he would pretend there was a feast on the table, instead of one measly dish.

和妻子一起吃饭时，他会假装桌子上有一顿盛宴，而不是一道微不足道的菜。

WHACK! His wife slapped the side of his head.

重击！他的妻子拍了拍他的头。

“ Wake up! Stop daydreaming! ” she scolded him. “ It’s time to clear the dishes. ”

“醒醒！别做白日梦了！”她责骂他。“该洗碗了。”