LongWriter：让LLMs能够生成超过 10000 字甚至20000 字连贯高质量的文本

LongWriter 是一个由清华大学数据挖掘研究小组（THUDM）开发的开源项目，旨在利用长上下文大语言模型（LLMs）生成超长文本（超过10,000字）。

该项目旨在突破当前大语言模型在生成超长文本时的局限性，确保生成的内容在长篇幅中依然保持连贯性和相关性。

• 长文本生成的连贯性问题： 当前的大语言模型在生成长篇文本时，容易出现上下文不连贯或信息重复的情况。LongWriter 通过专门的训练和优化，确保了即使在生成超过10,000字的情况下，文本仍然保持逻辑连贯和内容相关。
• 模型生成能力的限制： 传统的模型在处理超长输入时往往表现不佳，生成的文本长度有限，无法满足一些需要长篇输出的应用需求。LongWriter 的模型经过特殊设计，能够在长上下文下生成极长的文本，打破了这一限制。
• 快速生成超长文本： 一些应用场景需要快速生成大量文字内容，而传统模型在生成长文本时速度较慢。LongWriter 提供的vllm部署方式能够在一分钟内生成超过10,000字的文本，大幅提升了生成效率。

LongWriter 的解决方案：

1. AgentWrite 管道：通过一种基于代理的“计划-写作”方法，AgentWrite 将复杂的长文本生成任务分解为多个子任务，每个子任务只需生成一段文本。这种方法确保生成的每一段内容都是连贯且高质量的，最终合并为一个完整的长文本。通过这种方式，即使是现有的模型也可以生成超过20000字的文本。
2. LongWriter-6k 数据集：利用 AgentWrite 生成了6000个长文本输出的数据集（LongWriter-6k），这些数据集用于微调现有的LLMs，使它们能够生成超过10000字的高质量文本。

主要能力

1. 超长文本生成能力：
   • LongWriter 通过引入 AgentWrite 管道，使得大语言模型（LLMs）能够生成超过 10,000 字的长文本，甚至可以达到 20,000 字。这远远超出了当前大多数长上下文模型通常只能生成约 2,000 字文本的限制。这一能力使其适用于需要生成大量连贯内容的应用场景，如长篇文章、报告或书籍章节等。
2. 高质量输出能力：
   • 尽管输出的长度大幅增加，LongWriter 仍能保持高质量的文本生成。AgentWrite 管道通过“计划-写作”两步走的方式，首先为长文本生成制定详细的写作计划（包括段落结构和每段的字数要求），然后逐段生成内容。这种方法确保了生成文本的连贯性和结构合理性，即使是超长文本，也能够保持逻辑清晰、条理分明。
3. 长上下文处理能力：
   • LongWriter 利用先进的长上下文大语言模型，能够处理超过100,000个token的输入内容。这意味着它可以参考非常长的输入文本，生成与之相关且上下文一致的超长输出。
4. 自动化数据构建能力：
   • 通过AgentWrite管道，LongWriter 能够自动化地构建超长输出数据。这种能力不仅提高了训练数据的效率，还扩展了模型在生成长文本时的应用场景。
5. 长文本生成评估能力：
   • LongWriter 不仅提升了模型的生成能力，还开发了 LongBench-Write 基准，用于评估模型的超长文本生成能力。模型通过这个基准测试，表现出优越的生成质量和文本长度控制能力。研究还进一步优化了生成过程，例如通过直接偏好优化（DPO）技术，进一步提升了长文本的生成质量。
6. 直接偏好优化（DPO）能力：
   • LongWriter 能够通过DPO技术进一步优化模型，使其在满足用户指定的长度要求时，同时提高输出内容的质量。LongWriter 能够适应多种类型的长文本生成任务，包括但不限于文学创作、学术论文、新闻报道等。这种多样性使得 LongWriter 在实际应用中有更广泛的适用性。

技术方法

1. AgentWrite 管道

• 概述: AgentWrite 是一个基于代理的分段写作管道，它将超长文本生成任务分解为多个子任务。每个子任务对应一段文本的生成，最终这些段落组合成一个连贯的长文本。
• 步骤:
  1. 计划阶段:
     • 系统首先根据用户的输入生成一个详细的写作计划。这个计划包括每个段落的主题和目标字数。计划生成是通过调用现有的语言模型来完成的，模型负责将整体任务分解为合理的子任务。
  2. 写作阶段:
     • 根据生成的计划，系统逐段生成文本。每段文本生成时，系统会将前面已经生成的段落作为上下文输入，以保证新段落与前文的一致性和连贯性。虽然这限制了并行处理的能力，但保证了输出文本的高质量。

2. LongWriter-6k 数据集

• 构建: LongWriter-6k 是一个包含 6000 个超长文本输出样本的数据集。这些数据由 AgentWrite 管道生成，涵盖了多种输出长度，从 2000 字到 32000 字不等。
• 目的: 该数据集用于对现有的语言模型进行微调，使得模型能够生成超长文本。通过引入这个数据集，模型的生成长度限制被显著提升，从原来的约 2000 字扩展到了超过 10000 字。

3. 模型微调与训练

• 监督微调 (Supervised Fine-Tuning, SFT):
  • 在微调过程中，LongWriter 将 LongWriter-6k 数据集与通用的 SFT 数据集结合使用。通过这种混合训练，模型不仅保留了原有的通用能力，还获得了生成长文本的能力。
  • 损失函数调整: 训练时，系统采用按标记（token）平均损失的方法，而不是按序列平均损失。这样可以确保长文本输出中的每个标记对损失函数的贡献不至于被削弱，从而改善模型在长文本生成任务中的表现。

4. 直接偏好优化 (Direct Preference Optimization, DPO)

• 概述: DPO 是一种用于进一步提升模型输出质量的技术，特别是当模型需要严格遵循指令的长度要求时。
• 实现: LongWriter-9B 模型经过 DPO 训练，使其在生成长文本时不仅质量更高，而且更好地遵循长度限制。训练数据包括通用 DPO 数据和专门针对长文本指令生成的偏好数据。

5. 评估与基准测试

• LongBench-Write 基准:
  • 该基准用于评估模型在生成超长文本时的表现，包括文本长度的准确性和文本质量的评估。评估指标包括文本的相关性、准确性、连贯性、清晰度、广度与深度以及阅读体验。
• 长文本依赖性评估:
  • 系统使用累计平均负对数似然 (NLL) 测试，评估长文本中长距离依赖性的存在。这有助于确保生成的长文本在逻辑上是连贯且相互关联的，而不是简单地拼接不相关的内容。

实验结果

1. 长文本生成能力的测试结果

• 测试设置：研究团队使用了 LongWrite-Ruler 测试来评估模型的最大生成长度。测试指令要求模型生成长度从 1000 字到 30000 字不等的文本（包括中英文指令）。
• 测试结果：
  • LongWriter 模型的最大生成长度扩展到了 10k 到 20k 字之间，这相比于现有模型通常只能生成 2k 字左右的文本，有了显著的提升。
  • 在 [4k, 20k) 字的文本生成任务中，传统模型几乎无法达到要求的输出长度，甚至在某些情况下，输出长度仅为要求长度的1/3。而 LongWriter 通过增加 LongWriter-6k 数据集，能够有效地生成符合要求的长文本，同时保持较高的输出质量。

2. 质量与长度一致性的评估

• 评估指标：使用了两项主要指标来评估模型表现：
  • 长度得分 (Sl)：用于衡量模型输出长度与要求长度的接近程度。
  • 质量得分 (Sq)：由 GPT-4o 作为评估模型，针对六个维度对输出质量进行评分，包括相关性、准确性、连贯性、清晰度、广度与深度以及阅读体验。
• 评估结果：
  • 长度得分 (Sl)：LongWriter-9B-DPO 模型在输出长度 [2k, 20k) 字范围内表现尤为突出，长度得分显著优于传统模型。特别是在 [4k, 20k) 字范围内，长文本生成得分提升显著。
  • 质量得分 (Sq)：LongWriter 模型不仅能生成更长的文本，而且在质量上也保持了较高水平，尤其是在广度与深度维度上提升了5%。但在某些情况下，连贯性和清晰度略有下降（约2%）。

3. DPO 优化的效果

• 优化效果：DPO 优化显著提升了模型的输出质量和对长度要求的遵循性：
  • Sl 得分提升：相比未经 DPO 处理的模型，Sl 得分提升了约4%。
  • Sq 得分提升：质量得分也提升了约3%，这表明 DPO 优化在长文本生成任务中是有效的。

4. 不同模型的比较

LongWriter 的评估测试结果表明，它在多个方面优于其他现有的开源和专有模型：

• 在输出长度超过2,000字的任务中，LongWriter 模型的平均长度评分远超大多数模型，尤其是在4,000到20,000字的任务中，其他模型几乎无法达到预期的长度，而LongWriter 模型能够稳定生成符合要求的长文本。
• 在输出质量方面，LongWriter 模型在广度与深度、连贯性、和阅读体验等维度上表现尤为突出，DPO 优化进一步提升了这些维度的评分。

• 与其他模型的比较：与其他常见的专有模型（如 Claude 3.5 Sonnet、GPT-4 Turbo）相比，LongWriter 模型在超长文本生成任务中表现更为优越，特别是在需要生成超过 2000 字的任务中，LongWriter 模型能够更好地满足要求。
• 人类偏好测试：在对 LongWriter 模型与 GPT-4o 模型生成的文本进行的人工对比中，LongWriter-9B-DPO 模型在58%的测试中更受人类评审员的青睐。

5. 长文本依赖性评估

• 累计平均负对数似然 (NLL) 测试：
  • 测试表明，LongWriter 模型生成的文本中存在显著的长距离依赖性，表现为在文本的后续部分，NLL 值显著降低，这意味着模型生成的文本是逻辑连贯和结构紧密的，而不是简单地拼接无关的片段。

模型扩展与未来方向

• 模型扩展: LongWriter 模型的最大生成长度目前已经扩展到 10000 至 20000 字之间。未来可能通过进一步增加 SFT 数据集的输出长度，推动模型生成 100k 字甚至更长的文本。
• AgentWrite 优化: 未来的研究可能会继续优化 AgentWrite 框架，以获得更高质量的长输出数据，并在不牺牲生成质量的前提下提升模型的推理效率。

GitHub：https://github.com/THUDM/LongWriter

论文：https://arxiv.org/abs/2408.07055

在线演示：https://huggingface.co/spaces/THUDM/LongWriter

案例展示：

以下是 LongWriter-glm4-9b 对随机测试提示的输出。

User: Write a tragic love story about a lord’s daughter falling in love with a servant, 5000 words.
用户：写一个关于一个领主的女儿爱上一个仆人的悲惨爱情故事，5000 字。

The Aristocratic Estate贵族庄园

Nestled amidst the rolling hills of the English countryside, the grand estate of Lord Edward Ashwood was a beacon of elegance and sophistication. The sprawling manor, with its towering spires and expansive gardens, stood as a testament to centuries of wealth and power. The Ashwood family, known for their noble lineage and impeccable manners, had been pillars of the local community for generations. The grand halls were filled with the scent of polished wood and rich fabrics, echoing with the soft hum of servants attending to their masters’ every need.
坐落在英格兰乡村起伏的山丘之间，爱德华·阿什伍德勋爵的宏伟庄园是优雅与精致的象征。这座宽敞的庄园，拥有高耸的尖塔和广阔的花园，见证了几个世纪的财富与权力。阿什伍德家族以其高贵的血统和无可挑剔的礼仪而闻名，几代人以来一直是当地社区的支柱。宏伟的大厅里弥漫着抛光木材和丰富织物的香气，回荡着仆人们为主人满足各种需求的轻柔嗡嗡声。

Lady Ashwood, the matriarch of the household, was a woman of grace and wisdom. Her beauty had faded with time, but her elegance remained untarnished. She was known for her charitable works and her ability to command respect and admiration from all who met her. Her daughters, Eliza and Arabella, were the epitome of aristocratic charm. Eliza, the elder, was a poised and intelligent young woman, often seen with a book in hand or engaged in scholarly discussions. Arabella, the younger, was vivacious and lively, her laughter ringing through the halls like a bell. Both girls were expected to marry well, their futures already mapped out by their parents.
阿什伍德夫人，家族的女家长，是一位优雅而智慧的女性。她的美丽随着时间的推移而褪色，但她的优雅依然未受损害。她以慈善事业而闻名，并能赢得所有见到她的人们的尊重和钦佩。她的女儿，伊丽莎和阿拉贝拉，是贵族魅力的典范。作为长女的伊丽莎，是一位沉稳而聪明的年轻女性，常常手握书本或参与学术讨论。年轻的阿拉贝拉则活泼而生动，她的笑声如铃声般在走廊中回荡。两位女孩都被期望能嫁得好，她们的未来早已被父母规划好。

The household was a bustling hive of activity. The grand dining hall was a testament to the family’s wealth, adorned with intricate tapestries and fine china. The servants moved with practiced precision, their duties meticulously assigned. The butler, Mr. Blackwood, was a stern but fair man, ensuring that every aspect of the household ran smoothly. The head cook, Mrs. Brown, was a master of her craft, her culinary skills renowned throughout the county. The young page boys and maids scurried about, their faces a mix of innocence and the early signs of budding adulthood.
这个家庭是一个繁忙的活动中心。宏伟的餐厅是家庭财富的证明，装饰着精美的挂毯和精致的瓷器。仆人们以熟练的精确度移动，他们的职责被细致地分配。管家布莱克伍德先生是一个严厉但公正的人，确保家庭的每一个方面都运转顺利。主厨布朗夫人是她手艺的高手，她的烹饪技巧在整个县里享有盛誉。年轻的侍童和女仆们忙忙碌碌，脸上流露出天真与初露成年迹象的混合表情。

The Ashwood estate was a world apart from the simpler lives of the villagers who worked the surrounding lands. The gulf between the two worlds was vast and unbridgeable, a chasm that no one dared to cross. The servants, though integral to the estate’s operation, were kept at a distance, their presence a mere background to the grandeur that defined the Ashwoods.
阿什伍德庄园与周围村民的简单生活截然不同。两个世界之间的鸿沟巨大且无法跨越，成为无人敢于逾越的深渊。尽管仆人们对庄园的运作至关重要，但他们始终被保持在一定距离之外，他们的存在只是阿什伍德辉煌背景中的一部分。

In this world of opulence and order, the seeds of a tragic love story were about to be sown.
在这个奢华与秩序的世界里，一段悲惨爱情故事的种子即将播下。

The Hidden Heart of Eliza
伊丽莎的隐秘心灵

Eliza Ashwood was the embodiment of aristocratic grace, her every movement a testament to years of refinement and education. Yet, beneath her composed exterior lay a heart yearning for something more, something the grand estate could not provide. Eliza was not merely a bookish daughter, though her love for literature was well-known. She possessed a depth of thought and a sensitivity that set her apart from her peers. Her days were filled with the routine of the estate—participating in social gatherings, learning the intricacies of diplomacy and etiquette, and engaging in scholarly pursuits. But her nights were often spent in quiet reflection, her mind wandering to thoughts that were far removed from the expectations of her station.
伊丽莎·阿什伍德是贵族优雅的化身，她的每一个动作都证明了多年的修养和教育。然而，在她冷静的外表下，隐藏着一颗渴望更多的心，那是宏伟庄园无法提供的东西。伊丽莎不仅仅是一个爱读书的女儿，尽管她对文学的热爱众所周知。她拥有深邃的思考和敏感的情感，使她与同龄人区别开来。她的日子充满了庄园的日常——参加社交聚会，学习外交和礼仪的复杂性，以及从事学术追求。但她的夜晚常常是在安静的反思中度过，思绪游离于与她身份期望相去甚远的想法。

Eliza’s interest in the estate’s servants was a well-guarded secret. She often found herself drawn to the quieter corners of the manor, where the servants conducted their duties with a sense of quiet dignity. It was during one such moment, while taking a solitary walk through the estate’s expansive gardens, that she first encountered Thomas. He was a young servant, tasked with tending to the roses that lined the estate’s perimeter. His back was to her as he worked, his hands deftly pruning the delicate blooms. Eliza was captivated by the ease and precision with which he moved, a stark contrast to the hurried chaos of the household’s daily operations.
埃莉扎对庄园仆人的兴趣是一个严密保守的秘密。她常常发现自己被庄园的安静角落所吸引，那里仆人们以一种安静的尊严履行他们的职责。正是在这样一个时刻，当她独自漫步在庄园广阔的花园中时，她第一次遇见了托马斯。他是一名年轻的仆人，负责照料环绕庄园周边的玫瑰。他背对着她，专心工作，灵巧地修剪着娇嫩的花朵。埃莉扎被他移动的轻松和精准所吸引，这与家庭日常运作的匆忙混乱形成了鲜明的对比。

As she watched him, a sense of tranquility washed over her. For the first time in what felt like an eternity, Eliza felt a sense of peace. Thomas’s presence was unassuming, his focus entirely on his work. It was a stark contrast to the constant hustle and bustle of the manor. Eliza found herself lingering, her curiosity piqued by the man who seemed to exist in a world of his own, untouched by the grandeur that surrounded him.
当她看着他时，一种宁静的感觉涌上心头。在她感觉像是永恒的第一次，埃莉扎感到了一种平静。托马斯的存在毫不起眼，他的注意力完全放在工作上。这与庄园中不断的喧嚣形成了鲜明的对比。埃莉扎发现自己停留在那儿，出于好奇而被这个似乎生活在自己世界中的男人吸引，他没有受到周围宏伟环境的影响。

Their first conversation was innocent and brief, a simple exchange over the health of Thomas’s mother. Eliza’s genuine concern and Thomas’s humble gratitude left an impression on both of them. From that moment, their interactions became more frequent, though always under the watchful eyes of the household. Eliza would often find herself seeking out Thomas, her heart fluttering with a mix of excitement and fear. Their conversations were simple and heartfelt, often centered around the beauty of the garden or the weather. Yet, it was enough to kindle a flame in Eliza’s heart, a flame that she knew she must keep hidden.
他们的第一次对话是无辜而简短的，简单地交流了托马斯母亲的健康状况。伊丽莎的真诚关心和托马斯的谦逊感激给他们都留下了深刻的印象。从那一刻起，他们的互动变得更加频繁，尽管总是在家人的注视下。伊丽莎常常发现自己在寻找托马斯，心中充满了兴奋和恐惧的混合感。他们的对话简单而真挚，常常围绕花园的美丽或天气展开。然而，这足以在伊丽莎的心中点燃一把火焰，她知道自己必须将其隐藏。

Eliza’s feelings for Thomas were a source of both comfort and conflict. On one hand, he represented a connection to a simpler, more genuine world, a world where she felt truly seen and understood. On the other hand, she was acutely aware of the social and economic chasm that separated them. The idea of a relationship with a servant was not only unimaginable but also scandalous. Eliza’s heart was a battlefield of hope and despair, torn between her desire for love and her duty to her family and society.
伊丽莎对托马斯的感情既是安慰也是冲突。一方面，他代表了与一个更简单、更真实的世界的联系，一个让她感到真正被看见和理解的世界。另一方面，她清楚地意识到将他们分开的社会和经济鸿沟。与一个仆人建立关系的想法不仅不可想象，而且也是丑闻。伊丽莎的心是一片希望与绝望的战场，夹在对爱的渴望和对家庭与社会的责任之间。

As their bond deepened, Eliza found herself questioning her place in the world. She had been raised to aspire to greatness, to marry a man of equal or greater status, to uphold the Ashwood legacy. Yet, here she was, falling in love with a servant, a man who represented everything her world sought to exclude. It was a love that defied logic and reason, a love that threatened to upend the carefully constructed life she had been destined to lead.
随着她们的关系加深，伊丽莎发现自己开始质疑在这个世界上的位置。她被培养成追求伟大，嫁给一个地位相等或更高的男人，以维护阿什伍德的遗产。然而，她却爱上了一个仆人，一个代表着她的世界试图排斥的一切的男人。这是一种违背逻辑和理性的爱，一种威胁到她注定要过的精心构建的生活的爱。

Eliza’s secret affection for Thomas was a delicate balance, a fragile thread that she clung to with all her might. She knew that revealing her feelings would not only shatter her own dreams but also bring disgrace upon her family. Yet, the more time she spent with Thomas, the more she realized that her heart could no longer be contained. It was a love that was as beautiful as it was dangerous, a love that would test the very foundations of her world.
伊丽莎对托马斯的秘密爱慕是一种微妙的平衡，一根她拼命抓住的脆弱线索。她知道，揭示自己的感情不仅会粉碎自己的梦想，还会给家族带来耻辱。然而，和托马斯在一起的时间越长，她越意识到自己的心再也无法被压抑。这是一种既美丽又危险的爱，一种将考验她世界根基的爱。

Thomas’s Hidden Life托马斯的隐秘生活

Thomas had been born into a family of humble means, his parents working the fields to make ends meet. From a young age, he had known the hardships of rural life, the backbreaking labor and the sting of poverty. Yet, it was not the struggle that defined him but the resilience and determination he found within himself. When the Ashwood estate advertised for new servants, Thomas saw it as an opportunity to escape the confines of his village and forge a better future for himself.
托马斯出生在一个贫困的家庭，他的父母在田地里辛勤劳作以维持生计。从小，他就知道农村生活的艰辛，繁重的劳动和贫穷的刺痛。然而，定义他的不是挣扎，而是他内心找到的韧性和决心。当阿什伍德庄园招募新仆人时，托马斯将其视为逃离村庄束缚、为自己开创更好未来的机会。

Life at the Ashwood estate was a stark contrast to his previous existence. The grandeur and opulence were overwhelming at first, but Thomas adapted quickly, his innate sense of duty driving him to excel in his duties. He was assigned to the garden, a role that suited his quiet nature and love for the natural world. Each day, he moved through the estate with a sense of purpose, his hands deftly tending to the plants, his mind a sanctuary of calm amidst the chaos.
阿什伍德庄园的生活与他之前的生活形成了鲜明的对比。最初的宏伟和奢华让人感到不知所措，但托马斯很快适应了，他与生俱来的责任感驱使他在工作中表现出色。他被分配到花园，这个角色非常适合他安静的性格和对自然界的热爱。每天，他带着目标感穿梭于庄园，灵巧地照料着植物，心中在混乱中保持着宁静的庇护所。

Despite the differences in their worlds, Thomas felt a strange sense of belonging at the Ashwood estate. The grand halls and ornate decorations were a world apart from his simple upbringing, but there was a certain elegance to the place that he found comforting. The strict routines and the disciplined lives of the servants provided a structure that he had always craved. He found solace in the predictability of his tasks, in the rhythm of his workday that allowed him moments of quiet reflection.
尽管他们的世界存在差异，托马斯在阿什伍德庄园感到了一种奇怪的归属感。宏伟的大厅和华丽的装饰与他简单的成长背景截然不同，但这个地方有一种他感到安慰的优雅。严格的日常安排和仆人们的纪律生活提供了他一直渴望的结构。他在任务的可预测性中找到了安慰，在工作日的节奏中让他有了安静反思的时刻。

It was during these moments of solitude that Thomas began to notice Eliza. Her presence was like a gentle breeze through the garden, her elegance contrasting with the rustic beauty of the flowers she admired. Thomas was initially drawn to her beauty, but as their interactions grew, he came to appreciate her intelligence and kindness. Eliza was unlike anyone he had ever met, her conversations filled with wisdom and compassion. She saw beyond his station, into the person he truly was.
在这些孤独的时刻，托马斯开始注意到伊丽莎。她的存在就像花园中的一阵轻风，她的优雅与她所欣赏的花朵的质朴之美形成了对比。托马斯最初被她的美丽吸引，但随着他们互动的增多，他开始欣赏她的智慧和善良。伊丽莎与他所遇到的任何人都不同，她的谈话充满了智慧和同情。她看到了他身份之外的真正自我。

Their bond grew slowly, built on shared moments of understanding and mutual respect. Thomas found himself looking forward to their brief conversations, his heart lightening with each encounter. Eliza’s genuine interest in his life and her willingness to see past the societal barriers that separated them filled him with a sense of hope he had long thought lost. For the first time, Thomas felt valued and seen, not as a servant, but as a person with dreams and aspirations of his own.
他们的关系缓慢地发展，建立在共同理解和相互尊重的时刻上。托马斯发现自己开始期待他们的简短对话，每次见面时他的心情都变得轻松。伊丽莎对他生活的真诚兴趣以及她愿意超越将他们分开的社会障碍，让他充满了他曾经以为失去的希望。第一次，托马斯感到被重视和被看见，不再是一个仆人，而是一个拥有自己梦想和抱负的人。

Yet, Thomas was acutely aware of the dangers that their relationship posed. He knew the social and economic chasm that separated them, the impossibility of a future together. The idea of love was a fragile dream in a world that demanded conformity and respectability. Thomas’s heart was a battlefield of hope and fear, torn between his desire for Eliza and the reality of their circumstances. He loved her with all his heart, but he was also pragmatic, understanding that their love was a risk he could not afford to take.
然而，托马斯深知他们关系所带来的危险。他知道将他们分开的社会和经济鸿沟，以及未来在一起的不可行性。在一个要求顺从和体面的世界里，爱情的概念是一种脆弱的梦想。托马斯的心是一片希望与恐惧的战场，夹在对伊丽莎的渴望和他们现实情况之间。他全心全意地爱着她，但他也很务实，明白他们的爱情是一种他无法承受的风险。

As their bond deepened, Thomas found himself questioning his place in the world. He had come to the Ashwood estate seeking a better life, but now he found himself caught in a web of emotions that threatened to unravel everything he had worked for. The love he felt for Eliza was a beautiful but dangerous distraction, a reminder of the dreams he dared not speak aloud. He knew that their love was a fragile thread, one that could easily be severed by the harsh realities of their world.
随着他们的关系加深，托马斯发现自己开始质疑在这个世界上的位置。他来到阿什伍德庄园寻求更好的生活，但现在他发现自己陷入了一张情感的网中，这张网威胁着他所努力奋斗的一切。他对伊丽莎的爱是一种美丽但危险的干扰，提醒着他那些不敢大声说出的梦想。他知道他们的爱是一根脆弱的线，容易被他们世界的残酷现实割断。

Thomas’s heart was a sanctuary of love and fear, a place where his dreams and reality clashed. He loved Eliza with a passion that defied reason, but he was also realistic, understanding that their love was a fragile hope in a world that demanded conformity. As their bond grew stronger, Thomas found himself standing at a crossroads, his future uncertain and his heart in turmoil. He knew that his love for Eliza was a risk he was willing to take, but he was also aware of the dangers that lay ahead.
托马斯的心是一座爱与恐惧的圣殿，一个梦想与现实冲突的地方。他对伊丽莎的爱超越了理智，但他也很现实，明白他们的爱在一个要求顺从的世界中是脆弱的希望。随着他们的关系愈发紧密，托马斯发现自己站在十字路口，未来不确定，内心动荡不安。他知道自己对伊丽莎的爱是他愿意冒的风险，但他也意识到前方潜藏的危险。

The Unspoken Bond无言的纽带

The bond between Eliza and Thomas grew stronger with each passing day, a silent yet powerful connection that neither could deny. Their conversations, though brief, were filled with a depth of understanding that transcended the barriers of their social standing. Eliza found herself looking forward to their encounters, each interaction a source of solace and joy in her otherwise structured and rigid world. Thomas, in turn, felt a sense of belonging and purpose that he had never known before, Eliza’s presence a beacon of hope in his otherwise monotonous life.
埃莉扎和托马斯之间的纽带随着每一天的过去而愈加牢固，这是一种无声却强大的联系，二人都无法否认。他们的对话虽然简短，却充满了超越社会地位障碍的理解深度。埃莉扎发现自己期待着与他的相遇，每一次互动都是她在原本结构化和僵化的世界中获得安慰和快乐的源泉。托马斯则感受到了一种前所未有的归属感和目标感，埃莉扎的存在成为他单调生活中的一束希望之光。

One evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over the garden, Eliza found herself once again drawn to the roses Thomas tended. This time, she approached him with a quiet determination. “Thomas,” she began, her voice barely above a whisper, “I wanted to thank you for always being there, for listening to me when no one else would.”
一个傍晚，随着太阳沉入地平线，金色的光辉洒在花园上，伊丽莎再次被托马斯照料的玫瑰吸引。这一次，她带着坚定的决心走向他。“托马斯，”她开始说，声音几乎低于耳语，“我想感谢你总是在那里，感谢你在没有人愿意倾听时倾听我。”

Thomas looked up, his eyes meeting hers with a mixture of surprise and gratitude. “It’s my pleasure, Miss Eliza. You’ve always been kind to me.”
托马斯抬头，目光与她相遇，带着惊讶和感激的混合情绪。“这是我的荣幸，伊丽莎小姐。您一直对我很友好。”

Eliza took a deep breath, her heart pounding in her chest. “Thomas, there’s something I need to tell you. I… I care for you deeply. More than just as a friend or a servant. I… I love you.”
伊丽莎深吸了一口气，心脏在胸口狂跳。“托马斯，我有件事需要告诉你。我……我非常在乎你。不仅仅是作为朋友或仆人。我……我爱你。”

Thomas’s eyes widened, his heart racing at the weight of her words. He had felt the same but had never dared to voice them, afraid of the consequences. “Eliza,” he whispered, his voice trembling, “I… I feel the same. But we both know the dangers of what we feel.”
托马斯的眼睛睁大了，心脏因她的话而狂跳不已。他也有同样的感受，但从未敢说出来，害怕后果。“伊丽莎，”他低声说，声音颤抖，“我……我也有同样的感觉。但我们都知道我们所感受到的危险。”

Eliza’s eyes filled with a mixture of hope and despair. “I know the risks, Thomas. I’ve thought about it night and day. But I can’t deny my feelings any longer. I need you to know how I truly feel.”
伊丽莎的眼中充满了希望与绝望的混合情感。“我知道风险，托马斯。我日夜思考过。但我再也无法否认我的感受。我需要你知道我真正的感受。”

Thomas’s heart ached with the weight of her words. He loved her with every part of his being, but the reality of their situation loomed large. “Eliza, we come from two different worlds. The gap between us is vast and unbridgeable. If we pursue this, we risk everything—our futures, our families, our very lives.”
托马斯的心因她的话而感到沉重。他全心全意地爱着她，但他们的现实情况却显得格外严峻。“伊丽莎，我们来自两个不同的世界。我们之间的鸿沟巨大且无法弥补。如果我们追求这个，我们将冒着失去一切的风险——我们的未来、我们的家庭，甚至我们的生命。”

Eliza’s eyes glistened with unshed tears. “I understand that, Thomas. But I can’t live without you. I need you in my life, even if it means defying everything I’ve ever been taught.”
伊丽莎的眼中闪烁着未落的泪水。“我明白，托马斯。但我无法没有你。我需要你在我的生活中，即使这意味着违背我曾经学到的一切。”

Thomas took a step closer, his hand reaching out to gently touch her cheek. “Eliza, you mean more to me than words can express. But we must be careful. The world is not kind to those who defy its rules.”
托马斯向前迈了一步，手伸出轻轻触碰她的脸颊。“伊丽莎，你对我来说比言语所能表达的更重要。但我们必须小心。这个世界对那些违抗规则的人并不友好。”

Eliza nodded, her heart heavy with the weight of their reality. “I know, Thomas. But I’m willing to face whatever comes. I love you, and I can’t let that go.”
伊丽莎点了点头，心中沉重着他们现实的负担。“我知道，托马斯。但我愿意面对即将到来的任何事情。我爱你，我不能放弃这一切。”

Their fingers brushed against each other’s, a silent promise of the love they shared. It was a love that defied reason and societal norms, a love that both terrified and inspired them. They knew the risks, but they were also aware of the beauty and depth of the bond they had forged.
他们的手指轻轻碰触，默默承诺着他们共享的爱。这是一种超越理性和社会规范的爱，一种既让他们感到恐惧又激励着他们的爱。他们知道风险，但也意识到他们所建立的纽带的美丽和深度。

As they stood there under the golden light of the setting sun, their hearts beat in unison, a testament to the love that had grown between them. They were two souls entwined by fate, their love a fragile yet resilient thread that defied the world’s expectations. Together, they faced the uncertainties of their future, their hearts united by a love that was as powerful as it was dangerous.
当他们站在落日的金色光辉下时，心跳齐鸣，见证了他们之间成长的爱。他们是命运交织的两颗灵魂，他们的爱是一条脆弱却坚韧的线，挑战着世界的期望。一起，他们面对未来的不确定性，心灵因一种既强大又危险的爱而团结。

The Struggle Within内心的挣扎

Eliza’s heart was a tempest of emotions, torn between her love for Thomas and the societal expectations that loomed over her. She knew that her feelings for Thomas were real, profound, and unshakable. Yet, the weight of her upbringing and the expectations of her family were a constant reminder of the peril she faced. Every day was a battle within herself, a struggle to reconcile her heart with her duty.
伊丽莎的心中充满了情感的风暴，她在对托马斯的爱与压在她身上的社会期望之间挣扎。她知道自己对托马斯的感情是真实的、深刻的、不可动摇的。然而，家庭的期望和她的成长背景不断提醒着她所面临的危险。每天都是她内心的战斗，一场将她的心与责任调和的斗争。

Eliza’s parents had always been strict in their expectations, instilling in her a sense of responsibility and obligation to the Ashwood legacy. They had planned her future, envisioning a marriage that would secure the family’s status and wealth. The idea of defying those plans, of pursuing a love that defied societal norms, was a terrifying prospect. Eliza feared the disgrace that would come to her family, the ruin of her carefully constructed life.
伊丽莎的父母一直对她的期望很严格，灌输给她对阿什伍德遗产的责任感和义务感。他们为她规划了未来，设想了一场能够确保家族地位和财富的婚姻。违抗这些计划，追求一种违背社会规范的爱情，令她感到恐惧。伊丽莎害怕会给她的家庭带来耻辱，毁掉她精心构建的生活。

Yet, every moment spent with Thomas only deepened her resolve. His kindness, his intelligence, and his unwavering support filled a void in her heart that nothing else could. Eliza found herself longing for the simple, genuine moments they shared, the comfort of his presence and the joy that his love brought into her life. She realized that her happiness, her true happiness, lay in the love she felt for Thomas, not in the expectations of her family.
然而，与托马斯在一起的每一刻只让她的决心更加坚定。他的善良、智慧和坚定的支持填补了她心中一个无可替代的空缺。埃莉扎发现自己渴望他们共享的简单而真诚的时刻，渴望他在身边的安慰以及他带给她生活的快乐。她意识到，她的幸福，真正的幸福，源于她对托马斯的爱，而不是来自家庭的期望。

Eliza’s internal conflict was a relentless torment. She loved her family and respected their wishes, but she also loved Thomas with a passion that she could no longer ignore. She spent sleepless nights wrestling with her emotions, her mind a whirlwind of doubt and determination. She knew that she could not continue living a lie, that she had to make a choice between her heart and her duty.
埃莉扎的内心冲突是一种无尽的折磨。她爱着她的家人，尊重他们的愿望，但她也对托马斯怀有无法再忽视的热情。她度过了无数个失眠的夜晚，与自己的情感斗争，脑海中充满了怀疑和决心的旋风。她知道自己不能继续生活在谎言中，必须在内心和责任之间做出选择。

One evening, as she stood before her mirror, staring at her reflection, Eliza made a decision. She would speak to her parents, reveal her feelings for Thomas, and face the consequences. She knew it would be a difficult conversation, but she also knew that she could no longer live in silence. She owed it to herself and to Thomas to be honest about her heart.
一个晚上，当她站在镜子前，凝视着自己的倒影时，伊丽莎做出了一个决定。她要和父母谈谈，坦白自己对托马斯的感情，并面对后果。她知道这将是一场艰难的对话，但她也知道自己再也无法沉默下去。她有责任对自己和托马斯诚实地表达自己的心声。

As she prepared to face her parents, Eliza’s heart was filled with a mixture of fear and hope. She was ready to fight for her love, to defy the expectations that had been laid out for her. She was willing to face whatever consequences might come, as long as she could be true to herself and to the man who had captured her heart.
当她准备面对父母时，埃莉扎的心中充满了恐惧与希望的交织。她准备为自己的爱情而战，挑战那些为她设定的期望。只要她能忠于自己和那个俘获她心的人，她愿意面对可能出现的任何后果。

The Heart-Wrenching Confession
心碎的忏悔

Eliza took a deep breath, steeling herself for the conversation that was about to unfold. She found her parents in the drawing room, their faces a mask of calm as they sipped their tea. Eliza’s heart pounded in her chest as she approached them, her hands trembling slightly. “Father, Mother,” she began, her voice steady but filled with emotion, “I need to talk to you about something important.”
伊丽莎深吸一口气，准备好迎接即将展开的对话。她在客厅找到了父母，他们面带平静的面具，正喝着茶。伊丽莎的心在胸口狂跳，走近他们时，手微微颤抖。“父亲，母亲，”她开始说道，声音稳重但充满情感，“我需要和你们谈一件重要的事情。”

Lady Ashwood set down her teacup, her eyes narrowing slightly. “What is it, Eliza? Out with it.”
阿什伍德夫人放下茶杯，眼睛微微眯起。“怎么了，伊丽莎？直说吧。”

Eliza took a deep breath, her eyes meeting her parents’ with a mixture of determination and fear. “I… I have something to confess. I… I am in love.”
伊丽莎深吸一口气，眼神与父母交汇，夹杂着决心和恐惧。“我……我有件事要坦白。我……我恋爱了。”

Both of her parents’ faces paled, their expressions shifting from surprise to concern. Lord Ashwood’s stern gaze softened slightly, while Lady Ashwood’s eyes filled with a mixture of shock and worry. “Eliza, what do you mean? With whom?” Her voice was a hushed whisper, as if speaking too loudly might shatter the fragile reality they all lived in.
她父母的脸色都变得苍白，表情从惊讶转为担忧。阿什伍德勋爵的严厉目光稍微 softened，而阿什伍德夫人的眼中充满了震惊和担忧的混合情绪。“伊丽莎，你是什么意思？和谁？”她的声音低沉如耳语，仿佛说得太大声会打破他们所生活的脆弱现实。

Eliza’s heart ached as she forced herself to speak the words that had been burning in her chest for so long. “I am in love with Thomas, the servant who tends the garden. I… I can’t deny it any longer. I love him with all my heart.”
伊丽莎的心在痛苦中，她强迫自己说出那些在她心中燃烧已久的话。“我爱托马斯，那个照顾花园的仆人。我……我再也无法否认了。我全心全意地爱着他。”

The room fell into a heavy silence, the air thick with the weight of unspoken words. Lord Ashwood’s face darkened, his eyes narrowing as he absorbed her words. “Thomas? The servant? Eliza, this is unthinkable. How could you even entertain such a notion?”
房间陷入了沉重的沉默，空气中弥漫着未说出口的话语的沉重。阿什伍德勋爵的脸色变得阴沉，眼睛微微眯起，吸收着她的话。“托马斯？那个仆人？伊丽莎，这简直不可思议。你怎么会考虑这样的想法？”

Lady Ashwood’s eyes filled with tears, her voice trembling. “Eliza, you must be mistaken. This cannot be real. You must forget him immediately.”
阿什伍德夫人的眼中充满了泪水，声音颤抖。“伊丽莎，你一定是搞错了。这不可能是真的。你必须立刻忘记他。”

Eliza’s heart broke as she looked at her parents, seeing the pain and disappointment in their eyes. She knew that their reaction was inevitable, but the words still felt like a dagger to her soul. “I am not mistaken, Mother. I am in love with Thomas, and I cannot change that. I… I cannot live a lie any longer.”
埃莉扎的心碎了，她看着父母，看到他们眼中的痛苦和失望。她知道他们的反应是不可避免的，但这些话仍然像刀子一样刺痛她的灵魂。“我没有错，母亲。我爱的是托马斯，我无法改变这一点。我……我再也无法过着谎言的生活。”

Lord Ashwood’s voice was cold and stern. “Eliza, you must understand the consequences of your actions. This is not just about you. It is about the Ashwood legacy, about our reputation and honor. You cannot throw all of that away for a mere servant.”
阿什伍德勋爵的声音冷酷而严厉。“伊丽莎，你必须明白你行为的后果。这不仅仅关乎你。这关乎阿什伍德的遗产，关乎我们的声誉和荣誉。你不能为了一个普通的仆人而抛弃这一切。”

Eliza’s eyes filled with tears, her heart aching with the weight of their words. “I know, Father. I know the risks. But I cannot live without Thomas. He has given me a love that I never thought possible, a love that makes me feel alive. I cannot deny my feelings any longer.”
伊丽莎的眼中充满了泪水，心中因他们的话语而感到沉重。“我知道，父亲。我知道风险。但我无法没有托马斯而活。他给了我一种我从未想过的爱，一种让我感到活着的爱。我再也无法否认我的感受。”

Lady Ashwood’s voice broke, her tears flowing freely. “Eliza, you don’t understand. This is more than just a love affair. It is a betrayal of everything we stand for. You are putting our entire family at risk.”
阿什伍德夫人的声音哽咽，泪水止不住地流下来。“伊丽莎，你不明白。这不仅仅是一场爱情 affair。这是对我们所代表的一切的背叛。你正在把我们整个家庭置于危险之中。”

Eliza’s heart was in turmoil, torn between her love for Thomas and her duty to her family. She knew that her parents were right, that the consequences of her actions could be devastating. But she also knew that she could not live a life of lies, that she had to be true to herself and to the man who had captured her heart.
伊丽莎的心情动荡不安，夹在对托马斯的爱与对家庭的责任之间。她知道父母是对的，她的行为可能会带来毁灭性的后果。但她也知道，她不能过上谎言的生活，她必须对自己和那个俘获了她心的人保持真实。

As the conversation continued, Eliza’s resolve only strengthened. She knew that she would face consequences, but she was willing to bear them. She would fight for her love, even if it meant losing everything.
随着谈话的继续，伊丽莎的决心愈发坚定。她知道自己将面临后果，但她愿意承受。她会为自己的爱而战，即使这意味着失去一切。

The Unraveling of Dreams梦的解开

The days following Eliza’s confession were a whirlwind of turmoil and heartache. Lord and Lady Ashwood were determined to put an end to what they saw as a scandalous relationship, and their actions were swift and unforgiving. Eliza was forbidden from seeing Thomas, her movements closely monitored by the household staff. The garden, once a sanctuary for their secret meetings, became a place of dread, its beauty marred by the weight of their separation.
在伊丽莎的忏悔之后的日子里，充满了动荡和心痛。阿什伍德勋爵和夫人决心结束他们所认为的丑闻关系，他们的行动迅速而无情。伊丽莎被禁止见托马斯，她的行动受到家务人员的严格监视。曾经是他们秘密会面的庇护所的花园，变成了一个令人畏惧的地方，其美丽被他们分离的沉重所玷污。

Eliza’s heart was in shambles, each day a painful reminder of the love she had been forced to abandon. She spent her nights in tears, her mind a constant echo of the words spoken by her parents. The walls of the grand estate seemed to close in around her, the once familiar surroundings now a prison of her own making. Her once vibrant spirit dimmed, her laughter replaced by a hollow echo of its former self.
伊丽莎的心碎了，每一天都痛苦地提醒着她被迫放弃的爱。她的夜晚充满泪水，脑海中不断回响着父母说过的话。宏伟庄园的墙壁似乎在向她逼近，曾经熟悉的环境如今成了她自己制造的监狱。她曾经充满活力的精神黯淡无光，笑声被空洞的回声所取代。

Thomas, too, was not immune to the devastation. He could sense the change in Eliza, the sadness that clouded her eyes and weighed heavily on her heart. He longed to reach out to her, to offer her the comfort she so desperately needed, but he knew that any attempt would only worsen her situation. His heart ached with every passing day, his love for Eliza a silent but relentless torment.
托马斯也未能幸免于这场灾难。他能感受到伊丽莎的变化，笼罩在她眼中的悲伤和压在她心头的沉重。他渴望伸出手去，给予她她急需的安慰，但他知道任何尝试只会让她的处境更糟。随着每一天的过去，他的心都在痛苦，他对伊丽莎的爱是一种无声却无情的折磨。

The household was abuzz with the news of Eliza’s forbidden love, the servants whispering behind closed doors and the guests at social gatherings casting judgmental glances her way. Eliza’s reputation was under siege, her once impeccable standing now tarnished by the scandal. The pressure was immense, and she found herself questioning her every action, her every decision.
家中因埃莉扎的禁忌之恋而热闹非凡，仆人在关上的门后窃窃私语，社交聚会上的客人们投来评判的目光。埃莉扎的声誉岌岌可危，她曾经无可挑剔的地位如今因丑闻而蒙上阴影。压力巨大，她开始质疑自己每一个举动，每一个决定。

Despite the distance imposed upon them, Eliza and Thomas found ways to communicate. Secret notes were passed through the estate, their words a lifeline in the storm of their separation. Each letter was a balm to their wounded hearts, a reminder of the love that had once brought them together. But even these brief exchanges were fraught with danger, each note a potential discovery that could lead to even greater consequences.
尽管距离将他们隔开，伊丽莎和托马斯还是找到了沟通的方式。秘密的便条在庄园中传递，他们的文字在分离的风暴中成为了生命线。每封信都是对他们受伤心灵的抚慰，提醒着曾经将他们团聚的爱。但即使是这些简短的交流也充满了危险，每一张便条都有可能被发现，导致更严重的后果。

Eliza’s parents, relentless in their efforts to break her spirit, increased the pressure. They sought to distract her with social engagements and scholarly pursuits, hoping to divert her attention from Thomas. But Eliza’s heart remained steadfast, her love for Thomas an unyielding force that defied their attempts to sever their bond.
伊丽莎的父母在努力打击她的精神上毫不松懈，增加了压力。他们试图通过社交活动和学术追求来分散她的注意力，希望能让她忘记托马斯。但伊丽莎的心依然坚定，她对托马斯的爱是一种不屈的力量，抵抗着他们试图切断她们之间纽带的努力。

The strain of their situation began to take its toll on Eliza’s health. She grew pale and weak, her once vibrant energy sapped by the emotional and physical weight of her plight. The Ashwood estate, once a symbol of her family’s power and prestige, now felt like a gilded cage, confining her spirit and threatening to crush her soul.
她们处境的压力开始对伊丽莎的健康产生影响。她变得苍白和虚弱，曾经充满活力的精力被她困境的情感和身体重担所消耗。阿什伍德庄园，曾是她家族权力和声望的象征，现在却像一个镀金的牢笼，束缚着她的灵魂，威胁着要压垮她的心灵。

Thomas, watching from a distance, felt the same despair. He saw the pain in Eliza’s eyes, the way her once bright smile had faded into a shadow of its former self. His heart ached with every passing day, his love for her a beacon of hope in the darkness that had enveloped her life.
托马斯远远地看着，感受到了同样的绝望。他看到了伊丽莎眼中的痛苦，曾经灿烂的笑容已变成了往日的影子。随着每一天的过去，他的心都在痛，爱她的心在黑暗中成为了她生活中的一束希望之光。

As the days turned into weeks, the love between Eliza and Thomas remained unbroken, a testament to their unwavering devotion to each other. They faced their trials with courage and resilience, their bond stronger for the hardships they endured. But the weight of their circumstances was a constant reminder of the dangers that loomed over them, a reminder that their love, while powerful, was also fragile and vulnerable to the world’s judgment.
随着日子变成周，伊丽莎和托马斯之间的爱始终未曾破裂，证明了他们对彼此坚定不移的奉献。他们以勇气和韧性面对考验，经历的艰难使他们的纽带更加牢固。但他们境遇的沉重始终提醒着他们潜在的危险，提醒着他们的爱虽然强大，却也脆弱，易受世界评判的影响。

The Breaking Point临界点

The weight of their secret love became too much for Eliza to bear. The constant pressure from her parents, the judgment of society, and the physical and emotional toll of their separation began to erode her spirit. One evening, as the moon cast a silvery glow over the Ashwood estate, Eliza made a desperate decision. She would run away, escape the confines of her life and the expectations that had been laid upon her.
她们秘密爱情的重量对伊丽莎来说变得难以承受。来自父母的持续压力、社会的评判，以及她们分离所带来的身心负担开始侵蚀她的精神。一天晚上，当月光洒在阿什伍德庄园上时，伊丽莎做出了一个绝望的决定。她要逃跑，摆脱生活的束缚和加在她身上的期望。

Eliza slipped out of the manor under the cover of darkness, her heart pounding with a mixture of fear and determination. She made her way to the garden, where Thomas had promised to meet her. The garden, once a place of solace, now felt like a battlefield, each step she took a step closer to the unknown.
伊丽莎在黑暗掩护下悄悄溜出了庄园，心中充满了恐惧与决心的交织。她朝花园走去，托马斯答应会在那里与她会面。花园曾是一个安慰之地，现在却像一场战场，每一步都让她更接近未知。

Thomas was waiting for her, his face a mask of concern and hope. “Eliza, I knew you would come,” he whispered, his voice trembling with emotion. “I’ve been so worried about you.”
托马斯在等她，他的脸上满是担忧和希望的表情。“伊丽莎，我知道你会来的，”他低声说，声音因情感而颤抖。“我一直很担心你。”

Eliza’s eyes filled with tears as she threw her arms around him, her body shaking with the weight of her emotions. “Thomas, I can’t stay any longer. The pressure is too much. I need to be with you, even if it means losing everything.”
伊丽莎的眼中充满了泪水，她紧紧抱住他，身体因情感的重压而颤抖。“托马斯，我不能再待下去了。压力太大了。我需要和你在一起，即使这意味着失去一切。”

Thomas held her close, his heart aching with the depth of her words. “Eliza, I understand. I’ve felt the same. But we must be careful. Running away is not a solution. It will only make things worse.”
托马斯紧紧抱住她，心中因她的话而感到痛苦。“伊丽莎，我明白。我也有过同样的感受。但我们必须小心。逃避不是解决办法。只会让事情变得更糟。”

Eliza pulled back, her eyes searching Thomas’s face for reassurance. “I know, Thomas. But I can’t go back. I can’t live a lie any longer. I need you, and I need to be free to love you.”
伊丽莎退后，眼睛在托马斯的脸上寻找安慰。“我知道，托马斯。但我不能回去。我不能再过谎言的生活。我需要你，我需要自由去爱你。”

Thomas’s heart broke as he looked into her eyes, seeing the pain and determination that burned within them. He knew that Eliza was right, that running away was not the answer, but he also knew that he could not bear to see her suffer any longer. “Eliza, I love you more than words can express. But we must be smart about this. We need a plan, a way to make a life together without the world’s judgment.”
托马斯的心碎了，他看着她的眼睛，看到其中燃烧的痛苦和决心。他知道伊丽莎是对的，逃避不是解决办法，但他也知道自己无法再忍受看到她受苦。“伊丽莎，我爱你胜过言语所能表达的。但我们必须聪明地处理这件事。我们需要一个计划，一个在没有世俗评判的情况下共同生活的方法。”

Eliza nodded, her tears drying on her cheeks as she took a deep breath. “I trust you, Thomas. I know you will guide me. I just need to be with you, to feel your love and support.”
伊丽莎点了点头，泪水在她的脸颊上干了，她深吸了一口气。“我相信你，托马斯。我知道你会引导我。我只需要和你在一起，感受你的爱和支持。”

Thomas led Eliza to a secluded part of the garden, away from the prying eyes of the household staff. He took her hands in his, his gaze steady and resolute. “Eliza, I promise you that I will do everything in my power to protect you and to build a life together. But we must be patient, and we must be careful. We cannot rush into anything without a solid plan.”
托马斯带着伊丽莎走到花园一个僻静的地方，远离家务人员的窥探。他握住她的手，目光坚定而果决。“伊丽莎，我向你保证，我会尽我所能保护你，并一起建立生活。但我们必须耐心，并且要小心。我们不能在没有稳固计划的情况下仓促行事。”

Eliza’s heart swelled with hope and love as she looked into Thomas’s eyes. “I believe in you, Thomas. I believe that we can find a way, that our love can overcome everything. I just need you.”
伊丽莎的心中充满了希望和爱，当她看着托马斯的眼睛时。“我相信你，托马斯。我相信我们可以找到办法，我们的爱可以克服一切。我只需要你。”

Thomas’s eyes softened as he pulled Eliza into his arms, holding her close as if to shield her from the world’s dangers. “I love you, Eliza. More than anything. And I will do whatever it takes to be with you, to build a life that is truly ours. But we must be strong, and we must be smart.”
托马斯的眼神柔和下来，他将伊丽莎拉揽入怀中，紧紧抱着她，仿佛要保护她免受世界的危险。“我爱你，伊丽莎拉。胜过一切。我会不惜一切代价与你在一起，建立一个真正属于我们的生活。但我们必须坚强，我们必须聪明。”

Eliza’s heart felt lighter as she rested her head on Thomas’s chest, listening to the steady beat of his heart. She knew that their journey would be fraught with challenges, but she also knew that their love was strong enough to overcome them. “I love you too, Thomas. And I will stand by you no matter what.”
伊丽莎的心情变得轻松，她将头靠在托马斯的胸膛上，听着他心脏的稳健跳动。她知道他们的旅程将充满挑战，但她也知道他们的爱足够强大，可以克服这些挑战。“我也爱你，托马斯。无论发生什么，我都会站在你身边。”

As they stood there in the moonlit garden, their hearts beating in unison, Eliza and Thomas made a silent vow to each other. They would face the world together, their love a beacon of hope in the darkness. They would fight for their happiness, no matter the cost.
当他们站在月光照耀的花园里，心跳如一时，伊丽莎和托马斯默默地向彼此许下誓言。他们将一起面对这个世界，他们的爱在黑暗中成为希望的灯塔。他们将为自己的幸福而战，无论付出什么代价。

The Ultimate Sacrifice终极牺牲

The days that followed were a blur of desperation and hope. Eliza and Thomas knew that their time was limited, that the authorities would not be long in finding them. They spent their days in hiding, moving from one safe house to another, always looking over their shoulders for the threat of discovery. Each night, they found solace in each other’s arms, their love a fragile yet resilient thread that held them together in the face of adversity.
接下来的日子充满了绝望和希望。埃莉扎和托马斯知道他们的时间有限， authorities 不久就会找到他们。他们每天都在躲藏，从一个安全屋移动到另一个安全屋，总是提心吊胆地担心被发现。每晚，他们在彼此的怀抱中找到安慰，他们的爱是一条脆弱却坚韧的纽带，在逆境中将他们紧紧相连。

As the authorities closed in, Eliza and Thomas knew that their time was running out. They had to make a decision, a choice that would determine the course of their lives. Eliza looked into Thomas’s eyes, her heart heavy with the weight of their reality. “Thomas,” she whispered, her voice trembling, “we can’t keep running. They will find us eventually. We need a plan, a way to ensure that our love endures, even if we cannot be together.”
随着当局的逼近，伊丽莎和托马斯知道他们的时间不多了。他们必须做出一个决定，一个将决定他们生活轨迹的选择。伊丽莎看着托马斯的眼睛，心中沉重，承受着现实的压力。“托马斯，”她低声说道，声音颤抖，“我们不能再逃跑了。他们最终会找到我们的。我们需要一个计划，一种确保我们的爱能够持久的方法，即使我们不能在一起。”

Thomas’s eyes filled with a mixture of love and sorrow. “Eliza, I have been thinking about this. There is only one way to ensure that our love endures, that our sacrifice is not in vain. We must marry, legally. It is our only chance to be together, to build a life that is truly ours.”
托马斯的眼中充满了爱与悲伤的混合情感。“伊丽莎，我一直在思考这个。只有一种方法可以确保我们的爱能够持久，确保我们的牺牲不是徒劳的。我们必须合法结婚。这是我们在一起、建立真正属于我们的生活的唯一机会。”

Eliza’s eyes widened in shock and fear. “Thomas, I can’t marry you. It is illegal, and it would mean losing everything—our freedom, our family, our future. I can’t ask you to do that.”
伊丽莎的眼睛因震惊和恐惧而睁大。“托马斯，我不能嫁给你。这是非法的，这意味着失去一切——我们的自由，我们的家庭，我们的未来。我不能让你这样做。”

Thomas’s grip on her hand tightened, his voice firm and resolute. “Eliza, you must understand. Marrying me is the only way we can be together, the only way to ensure that our love endures. I am willing to face the consequences, to give up everything for you. But I need you to be with me, to stand by my side.”
托马斯握紧了她的手，声音坚定而果断。“伊丽莎，你必须明白。嫁给我是我们在一起的唯一方式，是确保我们爱情长存的唯一途径。我愿意面对后果，为你放弃一切。但我需要你和我在一起，站在我身边。”

Eliza’s heart ached with the weight of Thomas’s words. She knew that he was right, that their love was worth any sacrifice. But the idea of losing everything, of defying society’s expectations, was a daunting prospect. “Thomas, I love you more than anything. But I am afraid of what will happen if we marry. I am afraid of losing you, of losing everything we have built together.”
伊丽莎的心因托马斯的话而感到沉重。她知道他是对的，他们的爱值得任何牺牲。但失去一切、违背社会期望的想法让人感到畏惧。“托马斯，我爱你胜过一切。但我害怕如果我们结婚会发生什么。我害怕失去你，失去我们一起建立的一切。”

Thomas’s eyes softened as he pulled Eliza into his arms, holding her close as if to shield her from the world’s dangers. “Eliza, you must trust me. I will protect you, I will fight for us. We can make this work, we can build a life together. But we must be brave, and we must be united.”
托马斯的眼神柔和下来，他将伊丽莎拉入怀中，紧紧抱住她，仿佛要保护她免受世界的危险。“伊丽莎，您必须相信我。我会保护您，我会为我们而战。我们可以让这一切成功，我们可以一起建立生活。但我们必须勇敢，我们必须团结。”

Eliza’s heart swelled with love and determination as she looked into Thomas’s eyes. She saw the depth of his devotion, the unwavering commitment he had for her. She knew that he was right, that their love was worth any sacrifice. “Thomas, I trust you. I will marry you, and I will stand by your side no matter what.”
伊丽莎的心中充满了爱与决心，当她看着托马斯的眼睛时。她看到了他奉献的深度，以及他对她坚定不移的承诺。她知道他是对的，他们的爱值得任何牺牲。“托马斯，我信任你。我会嫁给你，无论发生什么，我都会站在你身边。”

As they stood there in the dim light of their hidden sanctuary, Eliza and Thomas made their final vow to each other. They would marry, defy society’s expectations, and fight for their love. They would face the world together, their hearts united by a love that was as powerful as it was dangerous.
当他们站在隐秘庇护所的微光中，埃莉扎和托马斯向彼此许下了最后的誓言。他们将结婚，挑战社会的期望，为他们的爱而奋斗。他们将一起面对这个世界，心中团结着一种既强大又危险的爱。

Their wedding was a secret ceremony, held in the early hours of dawn to avoid detection. They exchanged vows in a small, secluded chapel, their hearts beating in unison as they promised to love and support each other through every trial and tribulation. The ceremony was simple but profound, a testament to their love and their commitment to each other.
他们的婚礼是一个秘密仪式，在黎明的早晨举行，以避免被发现。他们在一个小而隐蔽的教堂里交换了誓言，心跳齐鸣，承诺在每一次考验和磨难中相互爱护和支持。仪式简单却深刻，见证了他们的爱和对彼此的承诺。

As they emerged from the chapel, hand in hand, Eliza and Thomas knew that their journey had only just begun. They faced the world with a newfound sense of purpose and determination, their love a beacon of hope in a world that sought to crush them. They were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, united by a love that was as powerful as it was fragile.
当他们手牵手走出小教堂时，伊丽莎和托马斯知道他们的旅程才刚刚开始。他们以一种新发现的目标感和决心面对世界，他们的爱在这个试图压垮他们的世界中成为希望的灯塔。他们准备好迎接未来的挑战，团结在一种既强大又脆弱的爱之中。

The Heart-Wrenching End心碎的结局

The authorities discovered Eliza and Thomas’s marriage soon after the ceremony. The news spread like wildfire through the estate and the surrounding villages, igniting a firestorm of outrage and scandal. Lord and Lady Ashwood were devastated, their pride and reputation shattered by their daughter’s defiance. Eliza was immediately confined to her room, her parents refusing to speak to her or acknowledge her existence.
当局在仪式后不久发现了伊丽莎和托马斯的婚姻。这个消息像野火一样迅速传播到庄园及周边村庄，引发了一场愤怒和丑闻的风暴。阿什伍德勋爵和夫人感到震惊，他们的骄傲和声誉因女儿的反抗而破碎。伊丽莎立即被禁闭在房间里，父母拒绝与她交谈或承认她的存在。

Thomas, determined to protect Eliza, stood by her side, his love unwavering despite the danger it posed to him. He was dismissed from his position at the estate, his future prospects ruined. The villagers turned their backs on him, their judgmental stares a constant reminder of the price he had paid for his love.
托马斯决心保护伊丽莎，坚定地站在她身边，尽管这对他构成了危险，但他的爱毫不动摇。他被从庄园的职位上解雇，未来的前景被毁。村民们对他视而不见，审视的目光不断提醒着他为爱所付出的代价。

Eliza’s heart was in tatters, her spirit broken by the weight of her parents’ rejection and the world’s condemnation. She spent her days in solitude, her once vibrant spirit dimmed by the sorrow that enveloped her. Thomas, though strong and resilient, could see the despair in her eyes, the pain that gnawed at her soul.
伊丽莎的心如同碎片，她的灵魂被父母的拒绝和世界的谴责压得粉碎。她的日子在孤独中度过，曾经充满活力的灵魂被笼罩的悲伤所暗淡。托马斯虽然坚强而有韧性，但他能看到她眼中的绝望，那种侵蚀她灵魂的痛苦。

One evening, as the moon cast a silvery glow over the estate, Thomas took Eliza into the garden, the same place where their love had blossomed. He held her close, his voice trembling with emotion. “Eliza, I am so sorry. I never wanted this to happen. I love you more than anything, and I would do anything to make things right.”
一个晚上，当月光洒在庄园上时，托马斯带着伊丽莎走进花园，正是他们爱情绽放的地方。他紧紧抱着她，声音因情感而颤抖。“伊丽莎，我很抱歉。我从未想过会发生这样的事。我爱你胜过一切，我愿意做任何事情来弥补。”

Eliza’s eyes filled with tears, her voice a whisper. “Thomas, I know. But I can’t bear the pain any longer. I can’t live in this world of judgment and rejection. I need to be free, to find peace.”
伊丽莎的眼中充满了泪水，她的声音低语着：“托马斯，我知道。但我再也无法忍受这种痛苦。我无法生活在这个充满评判和拒绝的世界里。我需要自由，找到内心的平静。”

Thomas’s heart broke as he looked into Eliza’s eyes, seeing the pain and determination that burned within them. He knew that she was right, that she needed to be free from the world’s constraints. “Eliza, please don’t do this. I can’t live without you. I love you, and I will always love you.”
托马斯的心碎了，他看着伊丽莎的眼睛，看到其中燃烧的痛苦和决心。他知道她是对的，她需要摆脱世界的束缚。“伊丽莎，求你不要这样。我不能没有你。我爱你，我会永远爱你。”

Eliza pulled back, her eyes searching Thomas’s face for one last moment of solace. “Thomas, I love you too. But I need to be free, to find the peace that has eluded me. I am so sorry.”
伊丽莎退后，目光在托马斯的脸上寻找最后一丝安慰。“托马斯，我也爱你。但我需要自由，去寻找那一直逃避我的平静。我很抱歉。”

Thomas’s heart ached with the weight of Eliza’s words. He knew that he could not stop her, that her determination was unwavering. “Eliza, I will always love you, no matter what. But I need you to be happy, to find the peace that you deserve.”
托马斯的心因伊丽莎的话而感到沉重。他知道自己无法阻止她，她的决心坚定不移。“伊丽莎，我会永远爱你，无论发生什么。但我希望你快乐，找到你应得的平静。”

Eliza’s eyes glistened with unshed tears as she looked into Thomas’s eyes, her heart aching with the weight of her decision. “Thomas, I will always love you. And I will never forget the love we shared. I am so sorry for the pain I have caused you.”
埃莉扎的眼中闪烁着未落的泪水，她凝视着托马斯的眼睛，心中因决定的沉重而感到疼痛。“托马斯，我将永远爱你。我永远不会忘记我们分享的爱。我为我给你带来的痛苦感到非常抱歉。”

Thomas’s eyes filled with tears as he pulled Eliza into his arms, holding her close as if to shield her from the world’s dangers. “Eliza, you have given me the greatest gift of my life—the love of a kind and beautiful soul. I will always cherish that love, no matter what.”
托马斯的眼中充满了泪水，他将伊丽莎拉入怀中，紧紧抱住她，仿佛要保护她免受世界的危险。“伊丽莎，你给了我生命中最伟大的礼物——一个善良而美丽灵魂的爱。我将永远珍惜这份爱，无论发生什么。”

As they stood there in the moonlit garden, their hearts beating in unison, Eliza and Thomas made their final farewell. They knew that their love had been powerful and beautiful, a testament to the strength of the human spirit. But they also knew that their love had come at a great cost, a sacrifice that had forever changed their lives.
当他们站在月光照耀的花园里，心跳如一，伊丽莎和托马斯做出了最后的告别。他们知道，他们的爱是强大而美丽的，证明了人类精神的力量。但他们也知道，他们的爱付出了巨大的代价，这种牺牲永远改变了他们的生活。

Eliza took a deep breath, her heart heavy with the weight of her decision. “Thomas, I need to go. I need to find the peace that has eluded me. I will always love you, and I will never forget you.”
伊丽莎深吸了一口气，心中沉重着她的决定。“托马斯，我需要离开。我需要找到那一直逃避我的平静。我会永远爱你，我永远不会忘记你。”

Thomas’s eyes filled with tears as he released Eliza, his heart aching with the weight of her departure. “Eliza, be happy, be free. I will always love you, and I will always remember the love we shared.”
托马斯的眼中充满了泪水，他放开了伊丽莎，心中因她的离去而感到痛苦。“伊丽莎，快乐，自由。我会永远爱你，我会永远记住我们分享的爱。”

Eliza walked away from Thomas, her heart breaking with each step. She knew that she was leaving a piece of her heart behind, that her love for Thomas would forever be a part of her. But she also knew that she needed to find the peace that had eluded her, to build a life that was truly her own.
伊丽莎走开了，心在每一步中都在破碎。她知道自己留下了一部分心，她对托马斯的爱将永远是她的一部分。但她也知道，她需要找到那一直逃避她的平静，去建立一个真正属于自己的生活。

Thomas watched Eliza disappear into the darkness, his heart aching with the weight of her departure. He knew that their love had been powerful and beautiful, a testament to the strength of the human spirit. But he also knew that their love had come at a great cost, a sacrifice that had forever changed their lives.
托马斯看着伊丽莎消失在黑暗中，心中因她的离去而感到痛苦。他知道他们的爱是强大而美丽的，证明了人类精神的力量。但他也知道，他们的爱付出了巨大的代价，这种牺牲永远改变了他们的生活。

As the moon cast its silvery glow over the garden, Eliza and Thomas’s love story came to an end. Their love had been powerful and beautiful, a testament to the strength of the human spirit. But it had also been tragic and heartbreaking, a reminder of the dangers that love can face in a world that often seeks to crush it.
当月光洒在花园上时，伊丽莎和托马斯的爱情故事画上了句号。他们的爱情曾是强大而美丽的，证明了人类精神的力量。但它也充满了悲剧和心碎，提醒人们在一个常常试图压制爱情的世界中，爱情所面临的危险。