There’s a Rat in Our House

Amidst the freezing winter, a solitary being huddled on the snow-covered pavement, bearing the burden of deep loneliness and faded scars. It had forsaken itself, fragile and vulnerable. The reason for welcoming this nameless creature into the home was straightforward. “What… does this mean?” “You helped me, and I wish to return the favor.” In the complete darkness where no trace of light could penetrate, only two warm bodies occupied the space.