---
Aslam observed his children, Khasif and Fatima, joyfully engaged in play in their room. The sound of laughter filled the air, a comforting reminder of the life they had built together.
"What are you two up to?" he asked, wearing a crisp white shirt and a broad smile that mirrored the happiness in their voices.
"Nothing, Dad! We're just playing a game!" Khasif replied, his eyes sparkling with delight as he flung a plush toy across the room.
Aslam chuckled and turned to his wife, Aysha, who was busy in the kitchen. "And you, my beautiful wife?"
"Just making breakfast for you," she said, glancing back with a warm smile that lit up the room.
"Great! Make it quick; I'm running late for work," he replied, heading toward the kitchen, the aroma of spices filling his senses.
"Here comes your breakfast!" Aysha called, placing a steaming plate of eggs and toast in front of him.
"Thank you, my dear." Aslam dug in, savoring each bite as he stole glances at his children playing. Just then, the doorbell rang.
"Oh, they're here! I have to go. See you soon!" Aslam said, quickly finishing his meal and kissing Aysha on the cheek.
He opened the door to find his friends, Ashraf and Shariq. Ashraf, with his deep complexion, wore a casual hoodie, while Shariq, fair and strikingly handsome, sported a sharp blazer. The three of them, all living in Tokyo, were like brothers, sharing laughs and challenges at work.
As they headed out, the sun shone brightly, illuminating the city streets. They talked about their plans for the weekend, unaware that the day would take a dark turn.
Later that day, they returned home, but an unsettling atmosphere greeted them. "Hello, everyone!" Aslam called out, but silence met him. Unease gripped his heart as he stepped inside, where the familiar warmth of home felt distant. A letter stuck to the door caught his eye. He ripped it off and read:
"I am Philip Boss, leader of the Philip Gang. I've kidnapped your family and your friends' families. If you want to see them again, retrieve the golden lion from Alpha Bank, Tokyo. Fail, and you'll never see your loved ones again."
Panic surged through him, his hands trembling as he dropped the letter.
Meanwhile, Shariq arrived home to find the same letter waiting at his door. Ashraf called out, but there was no response. "They should be here," he muttered, spotting the ominous note that mirrored Aslam's.
Realizing the gravity of the situation, they quickly connected through a group call.
"We need a plan to save our families," Aslam urged, determination pouring from his voice.
"Agreed," Ashraf replied, his expression serious. "We can't let them down."
Shariq nodded, his face set with resolve. "We'll do whatever it takes."
It' s time to go to our old friend Gillard He was a hacker so he suggested a great plan
"Let's also figure out the security at Alpha Bank," Shariq added. "If we're going to get that golden lion, we need to know what we're up against."
With their families' lives hanging in the balance.
As night fell, the weight of their task loomed heavy. But one thing was clear: they would not rest until they brought their loved ones home safely.
---