年獸（Nian）的故事可以用英文描述如下：
Every year, a monster named Nian comes to attack the village. It destroys everything in its path and causes people to suffer. However, one day, an old wise man came to the village and taught the villagers how to avoid Nian. They were told to make a fire, decorate their houses with red paper cutouts and avoid eye contact with Nian. By following these instructions, the villagers were able to successfully avoid Nian and keep their homes and families safe.
This story is often used to explain why we celebrate Chinese New Year by decorating houses with red paper cutouts and fireworks. It also represents the importance of being vigilant and taking measures to protect oneself and others from harm.