临江仙·忆昔西池池上饮英译

　　CHAO Chongzhi – Lyrics to the Linjiang Narcissi

　　Recollections of the West Pond come to me, how we drank in the pond,

　　Year after year, how we had many a joyful moment.

　　Since our parting, you have not so much as sent my way a note,

　　When we do come across each other on occasions,

　　I cannot even sense goodwill that a new acquaintance usually holds.

　　I've prepared a bed of embroidered quilt hoping for a good night's dream,

　　So as to allow me to the rivers and lakes cross.

　　In my wistfulness how could I consider where it would lead me towards?

　　For I know once spring has gone,

　　There is no one to prevent blossoms from drifting to their fall.