Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Lucas is horribly beaten in a hate crime. The account gives no further details about the attack.

Lucas Is Beaten — Lucas is horribly beaten in a hate crime. Characters: Lucas Hall Location: Unspecified

Harley struggles with tumultuous emotions after Lucas is beaten. The reference does not specify the causes or expression of this turmoil.

Harley Faces Turmoil — Harley tries to deal with his tumultuous emotions after Lucas's beating. Characters: Harley Michaels Location: Unspecified

Lucas is released from the hospital. Harley's response to this change in circumstances is not further described.

Lucas Leaves Hospital — Lucas is released from the hospital. Characters: Lucas Hall, Harley Michaels Location: Hospital

Harley discovers that his feelings have changed after Lucas returns from the hospital. The reference does not describe what follows.

Harley Recognizes Changed Feelings — After Lucas's release, Harley discovers his feelings have changed. Characters: Harley Michaels, Lucas Hall Location: Unspecified

Story Breakdown

Lucas Is Attacked — Lucas becomes the victim of a hate crime.
- Hate Crime — The plot reference identifies the attack as a hate crime.
- Severe Beating — Lucas is horribly beaten.
Harley Struggles — Harley tries to cope with his tumultuous emotions after the attack.
- Emotional Turmoil — Harley experiences tumultuous emotions.
- Aftermath — Lucas's beating is followed by Harley's attempt to deal with his feelings.
Hospital Recovery — Lucas is hospitalized and later released.
- Lucas Hospitalized — Lucas receives hospital care after the beating.
- Release From Hospital — Lucas is released from the hospital.
Feelings Change — After Lucas's release, Harley recognizes that his feelings toward his best friend have changed.
- Best Friends — Lucas is described as Harley's gay best friend.
- New Recognition — Harley discovers his feelings have changed.