The birds waged war with the beasts, and each were by turns theconquerors. A bat, fearing the uncertain issues of the fight,always fought on the side which he felt was the strongest. Whenpeace was proclaimed, his deceitful conduct was apparent to bothcombatants. Therefore being condemned1 by each for his treachery,he was driven forth2 from the light of day, and henceforthconcealed himself in dark hiding-places, flying always alone andat night. 
He winds up friendless who plays both sides against the middle. 