I don't belong in this house. I don't fit in. They are both my best friends and my worst enemies. Taunting, laughing. Reminding me all the while I am not quite one of them. Not as brave as the wolf, nor as brilliant as the dog, and definitely not as loyal as the stag. I am a rat. I am small, stupid, cowardly and weak. They win without competing, all three having an unmistakable presence of confidence and self-assured arrogance. They let me be their friend, but I am no equal. I do not belong in the house of red.

Written for the 100 word drabble challenge of "Red" Thanks again for taking your time to read these drabbles - reviews much appreciated.