Short Crime Stories.

The other side of the rainbow.

As the pride parade began, the sun hammered the small town. People from all walks of life gathered to celebrate love and acceptance, filling the air with joy and affection. But not everyone in the town felt the same way.

A group of guys gathered outside the town as the parade continued, their faces were full of rage and contempt. They made a decision to act on their own after learning about the parade. They were adamant about preventing the "freak show" from spreading their "unnatural" practices.

A young man named Alex was one among the parade participants. He grew up in this small town and he had been homosexual all of his life, but he had kept this secret from everyone, including his family. He was walking with his partner, Daniel, for the first time today and for the first time in his life, he felt a sense of peace and freedom.

The men's gang emerged from the shadows as the parade approached its end and started to mock and ridicule the marchers. They created an atmosphere of chaos and fear by tossing insults and bottles. In an effort to escape the predicament, Alex and Daniel gripped each other tightly.

Everyone froze in their tracks when a loud bang suddenly echoed through the air. One of the males drew a weapon, which he fired at the crowd. In an effort to get away from the danger, people screamed and scattered. The frightened mob swarmed over Alex and Daniel, as they were pushed to the ground.

The males who were responsible for the violent act were detained by the police once the turmoil had cooled down. After being injured and shaken but still alive, Alex and Daniel were rushed to the hospital. They were left wondering if this type of hatred and brutality would ever come to an end as they rested in their hospital beds.

The men were found guilty of a hate crime after a brief trial. The people that lived in this small town, sighed in relief as the evildoers were given lengthy prison sentences. Alex and Daniel, though, were still having a hard time accepting what had happened. Although, they had always been aware of the fact that there was hatred and discrimination in the world, they never imagined that it could be so personal.

Life continued after the wounds had healed. Alex and Daniel went on in their fight for acceptance and equality, joining local advocacy groups and spoke out against prejudice. They found support from other people, as well as from the community, that had gathered together to support them after the incident.

The town changed over time, it transformed to a more welcoming society. As more individuals came out to support their LGBTQ+ friends and neighbors, the pride march continued to expand in size and significance. Knowing that their personal hardships had paved the way for a future that was more inclusive, Alex and Daniel were happy to be a part of this progress.

The attack during the pride parade was a turning point for Alex and Daniel, as they accepted after it occurred. They had been inspired to take action and fight against hate, subsequent to having their eyes opened to the truth of it. Despite the fact that they were aware of how far they still had to go, they were determined to continue.

The Other Side of the Rainbow serves as an important reminder of the never-ending fight for acceptance and equality in the world we live in. It emphasizes the significance of opposing bigotry and hatred and celebrates the LGBTQ+ community's fortitude and bravery in the face of hardship. This tale serves as a call to action, challenging each one of us to contribute to developing a society free of prejudice and filled with acceptance and love.