Story Structure — 3 Plot Phases

Andy discovers he was cheated out of his share in the dance hall business and begins plotting revenge against his former partner Mike.

Discovery of Betrayal — Andy discovers he was cheated out of his share in the business Characters: Andy Clark, Mike Stanley Location: Chicago
Revenge Plot Formed — Andy devises a plan to undermine Mike's business Characters: Andy Clark Location: Andy's Place
Dance Hall — The thriving dance hall that was once Andy's business Characters: Mike Stanley, Ruby Summers, English Eddie, Harrigan, Bouncer Location: Chicago
Business Contract — The document that Andy claims proves his rightful share Characters: Andy Clark, Mike Stanley Location: Chicago

Andy infiltrates Mike's business while simultaneously transforming Ruby's career, all while maintaining a facade of friendship with Mike.

Ruby Transformation Plan — Andy decides to transform Ruby into a classier entertainer Characters: Andy Clark, Ruby Summers Location: Dance Hall
Infiltration Begins — Andy starts implementing his plan to undermine the business Characters: Andy Clark, Mike Stanley, English Eddie, Harrigan Location: Dance Hall
Ruby's Performance Upgrade — Ruby begins performing in a more refined style Characters: Andy Clark, Ruby Summers, Elsa, Cleo Location: Dance Hall
Growing Tension — Tension builds between Andy and Mike as Ruby's star rises Characters: Andy Clark, Mike Stanley, Ruby Summers Location: Dance Hall

Andy's carefully constructed plan begins to unravel as his deception is exposed, forcing him to confront the consequences of his actions.

Scheme Unravels — Andy's carefully constructed plan begins to collapse Characters: Andy Clark, Mike Stanley, Ruby Summers, Tillie Hutch Location: Dance Hall
Confrontation — Andy faces the consequences of his actions Characters: Andy Clark, Mike Stanley, Ruby Summers, Bouncer Location: Dance Hall

Story Breakdown

The Betrayal — Andy discovers he was cheated out of his share in the dance hall business
- Discovery — Andy realizes Mike has taken over the business without giving him his rightful share
- Legal Dead End — Andy finds he cannot reclaim his share through legal means
The Revenge Plot — Andy devises an elaborate scheme to undermine Mike's business
- Infiltration — Andy works his way back into the business to sabotage it from within
- Ruby Transformation — Andy transforms Ruby from a burlesque queen to a classier entertainer
The Unraveling — Andy's carefully constructed plan begins to collapse
- Scheme Fails — Andy's various schemes to undermine the business fail
- Exposure — Andy's deception is exposed to Mike and Ruby
- Confrontation — Andy faces the consequences of his actions