20 Years Ago –
The sun hung low in the sky over the small town of Sokis, casting a golden light that glinted off the cobbled streets. It was an ordinary morning, but it would soon become a day etched in the memories of those who lived through it. The air was thick with anticipation as the reporter's voice crackled through the speakers of the town's modest radio station.
"Breaking news from Sokis," she began, her voice steady but urgent. "Several individuals have been arrested after they were spotted running toward the David Shopping Center, armed with firearms. However, there is no need for alarm, as our courageous local hero, Officer Daniel Mitchell, was quick to step in. With remarkable bravery and precision, Officer Mitchell apprehended the criminals and ensured no one was harmed. The criminals have been neutralized, and the situation is under control."
The camera panned to a simple house at the edge of town, where Officer Daniel Mitchell stood outside, his figure a silhouette against the early light. The reporter, microphone in hand, approached him, eager for answers.
"Officer Mitchell," she asked, her tone sincere but searching, "how did you manage to capture these criminals without so much as a scratch?"
Daniel Mitchell stood tall, his eyes calm but firm. "With bravery and courage," he replied, his voice measured and confident.
The reporter frowned slightly, not quite satisfied with the answer. "But how exactly did you do it? You took them all down without a single injury. How did you manage that?"
Mitchell's lips curled into a slight smile, his expression unwavering. "I did it with bravery and courage."
The reporter gave a nervous chuckle, unsure how to proceed. "Right. Well, thank you, Officer Mitchell, for your bravery."
As the camera faded to black, the reporter's voice echoed one last time: "In Sokis, we have a hero in our midst, and today, he has shown us what true courage looks like."
Present Day
The busy streets of the city hummed with the usual noise—voices shouting in conversation, the soft honking of horns, and the occasional rumble of a passing car. Amidst the bustle, Jake Mitchell, the son of the legendary Officer Daniel Mitchell, stood outside a café, excitement radiating from him as he scanned the crowd. He waved eagerly at his friends, who were seated inside.
"Hey guys, I'm here!" Jake called out, a wide grin stretching across his face.
Andy, already seated at the table, looked up from his phone with a mixture of annoyance and disbelief. "What the fu**? You're late, Jake!" he shot back, his voice sharp.
Jake chuckled nervously, adjusting the strap of his backpack. "Sorry, sorry. Got caught up with some stuff. You know how it is."
Sebastian, quietly sipping his drink in the corner, glanced at Jake and then at Andy, sensing the rising tension between them. "Okay, then," he said, his voice calm, trying to change the subject. "What's the plan?"
Dave, seated next to Andy, had his eyes glued to his phone, barely paying attention. "Plan? What plan?" he muttered without looking up.
Andy's eyes narrowed as he shot Jake a pointed look. "Why are you even here, Jake? You're not even close to our age. Can't you just leave us alone for one minute?"
Dave, noticing the growing unease, stood up, trying to defuse the situation. "Sorry, I'm going," he said, making a move to walk away.
Jake, sensing the shift in the atmosphere, quickly raised his hand. "Wait, wait! Don't go. I need you."
Andy stared at Jake, his face skeptical. "For what?"
Jake leaned in closer, lowering his voice as he spoke. "For the plan."
Sebastian raised an eyebrow, clearly intrigued. "What plan?"
Jake hesitated for a moment, his grin widening. "The plan to sneak into the school and take photos of the exam papers."
Dave's eyes sparkled, a mischievous grin creeping onto his face. "Really?! 😍😍 You need me for this cool mission?"
Jake nodded enthusiastically, his voice brimming with excitement. "Yup, that's the one."
And just like that, the group of friends found themselves at the precipice of something big. The thrill of their upcoming mission electrified the air around them. What started as a simple plan to steal a few photos would soon turn into something much bigger—something that would challenge their friendships, test their loyalty, and plunge them into a world of secrets and danger. But for now, they were just a group of teenagers, caught up in the exhilaration of their daring adventure.
As they parted ways, making plans to meet later that night, the city around them continued to hum, oblivious to the chaos that was about to unfold.