14. The Mountain in Labor

Many years ago a mighty rumbling (轰鸣) was heardfrom a mountain, which was said to be in labor. Thousands of people flocked (聚集) from far and near to see what it would produce. After a long time of waiting inanxious (焦虑的) expectation— out popped (跳出) a mouse!

A magnificent (壮丽的) and promising beginningoften ends in a paltry performance.