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Shadows of Deception ( chapter 1)

A crime fiction

By sri darshan.vPublished 3 years ago 1 min read

The Perfect Heist

In the heart of the city, amidst towering skyscrapers, a group of skilled criminals plotted their most audacious heist yet. Led by the enigmatic mastermind, Ethan "Shadow" Malone, they aimed to infiltrate the impenetrable vault of the prestigious Frostburg Bank.

Ethan assembled a team of specialists, each possessing a unique set of skills. There was Charlotte, a master hacker who could breach any digital fortress with ease. Samuel, a nimble acrobat capable of bypassing laser systems and motion sensors. Victor, a genius safecracker with a reputation for cracking the most intricate locks. Finally, there was Grace, a seductive femme fatale skilled in the art of manipulation.

As the sun set, casting long shadows across the city, the team set their plan into motion. Disguised as maintenance workers, they infiltrated the bank after hours, taking advantage of the deserted premises. Charlotte hacked into the security system, disabling the cameras and alarms, while Samuel gracefully danced through the laser grid, leaving no trace behind.

Their destination was the underground vault, where the bank kept its most valuable treasures. It was guarded by an array of state-of-the-art security measures, but the team had prepared meticulously, leaving nothing to chance. Victor approached the vault door, examining it intently, his skilled fingers tracing the intricate mechanism.

FantasyHorrorMicrofictionMysteryScriptShort Story

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