在黄浦江旁，流光溢彩的外滩正准备迎接一年一度的中秋节。

By the Huangpu River, the brilliantly illuminated Bund is getting ready to welcome the annual Mid-Autumn Festival.

五光十色的灯笼随着秋风微微摇摆，散发出温暖的光辉。

The multicolored lanterns sway gently with the autumn breeze, radiating a warm glow.

上海的天际线在灯火辉煌中若隐若现，显得格外美丽。

Shanghai's skyline, shimmering in the bright lights, appears particularly beautiful.

梅是这次学校秋游的学生领袖，

Mei is the student leader for this school autumn outing.

她认真负责，带着小班级一同参与这趟旅程。

She is responsible and attentive, leading her small class on this journey.

然而，在她深沉的心底，一种渴望在萌动，

However, deep in her heart, a desire is budding.

她希望能在这欢乐的夜晚打破常规，参与到灯笼节的庆典中。

She wishes to break away from the norm on this joyful night to participate in the Lantern Festival celebrations.

梅，对她自己郑重的职责感到一些不安，她需要引导年幼的同学，确保活动顺利且安全。

Mei, feeling a bit uneasy about her serious responsibilities, needs to guide the younger students and ensure the activities are smooth and safe.

另一旁，她的心却在向往节日的欢庆。

Meanwhile, her heart yearns for the festive celebrations.

她的朋友李和诚则在一旁尽力协助，帮助她分担责任。

Her friends Li and Cheng are trying their best to help, sharing the responsibilities.

他们都知道梅的心情，于是暗地里计划给她一个惊喜。

They all understand Mei's feelings and secretly plan to surprise her.

这次出游安排严格，梅几乎没有时间放松，更别说参与祭月与赏灯。

The outing itinerary is strict, leaving Mei little time to relax, let alone participate in moon worship and lantern appreciation.

开始时，她内心充满了纠结，但仍旧坚守岗位。

Initially, she is filled with inner conflict but remains steadfast in her duties.

直到晚上，繁星点点，他们来到外滩的码头观赏夜景。

Until evening, under a starry sky, they arrive at the Bund dock to admire the night view.

就在她为没能参与盛大节庆感到些许失落时，她的同学们围了过来。

As she feels a bit disappointed for not being able to join the grand celebration, her classmates gather around.

"梅，我们为你准备了个小惊喜！"李笑着说。

"Mei, we have a little surprise for you!" Li says with a smile.

他们在河岸边的小草坪上挂上了几盏小灯笼，准备了月饼，也为梅留了一颗许愿灯。

They hung a few small lanterns on the grass lawn by the river and prepared mooncakes, also reserving a wishing lantern for Mei.

梅脸上绽放出笑颜，她知道这是朋友们对她的支持与理解。

A smile blooms on Mei's face; she knows this is her friends' support and understanding.

她站在河边，放飞了许愿灯，心中感受到一种轻松与满足。

She stands by the river and releases the wishing lantern, feeling a sense of ease and satisfaction in her heart.

梅意识到，她并不需要独自承担一切责任，也可以依靠朋友的帮助。

Mei realizes that she doesn't have to bear all the responsibilities alone and can rely on her friends' help.

月色皎洁，秋风温柔，灯火映照在每个人的脸上。

The moonlight is bright, the autumn breeze gentle, and the lights reflect on everyone's faces.

活动成功结束，梅如愿以偿地享受着节日的快乐，并感谢同伴们的支持。

The event successfully concludes, and Mei enjoys the holiday's joy as she had hoped, grateful for her companions' support.

她明白，在责任与愿望之间，她可以找到一个平衡。

She understands that between responsibility and desire, she can find a balance.

在这个特别的夜晚，她感到无比幸福和感激。

On this special night, she feels incredibly happy and thankful.