The growl of the thunder was distant and passing away. The rain beat softly upon the shingles, inviting them to drowsiness and sleep. But they dared not yield.

• 隆隆的雷鸣渐渐远去继而消失了。雨点轻柔地敲打着木板棚，让人昏昏欲睡。可他们不敢就这样睡去。