May 1st 2024.
Dillon and Lucas' fates were left uncertain as they lay unconscious after a dramatic confrontation in Hollyoaks' folly. But the question remains: will they survive? Before delving into the details, I must warn you that this article contains a discussion of self-harm.
The tumultuous events unfolded as Lucas Hay attempted to flee the village with Carter Shepherd, who had been subjecting him to conversion therapy for months. As viewers know, Lucas has been struggling with his sexuality and his feelings for his best friend Dillon, who reciprocated his feelings. However, Carter noticed their closeness and preyed on Lucas' confusion, manipulating him into believing that being gay is wrong with the help of twisted church leader Declan Hawthorne.
Carter's plan was exposed, and in a desperate attempt to escape, he kidnapped Lucas and ordered him to meet at the outskirts of the village with his passport. Dillon, who had noticed Lucas with his passport, followed him to the folly and discovered the truth behind Carter's manipulation. In a heart-wrenching moment, Dillon professed his love for Lucas, who was left even more confused despite feeling the same way. His heartfelt words offered the possibility of a life that Carter had repeatedly told him was "wrong."
Emotions ran high as Lucas, unable to process his feelings, lashed out and violently attacked Dillon, leaving him unconscious. In a desperate plea for Dillon to wake up, Lucas confessed his love, fearing that he had killed his one true love. Overcome with guilt and fear, Lucas resorted to self-harm. As he collapsed by Dillon's side, he realized that he was also losing consciousness due to the blood seeping through his sweater.
The fate of Lucas and Dillon hangs in the balance, and for those eager to know if they survive, I have answers. No, they do not die. Subsequent scenes will show Ste, tipped off by John Paul McQueen, searching for Lucas and finding him at the folly. Both Lucas and Dillon will be rushed to the hospital, with Misbah Maalik informing Ste that his son has been self-harming. While it's touch and go for a while, spoilers for next week confirm that both boys regain consciousness and are taken to Dee Valley Hospital.
The ordeal is not over for Lucas, as Declan sneaks into his hospital room and continues to manipulate him. Later in the week, Ste returns to the hospital and speaks openly to Lucas about his sexuality in an attempt to undo the damage done by Carter and Declan. He shares his own experience of being groomed by Jonny Baxter and Stuart Sumner, the Far-Right leaders, and how he was radicalized by them. Ste also reflects on his own coming out journey, and Lucas finally admits that Dillon is in love with him.
Determined to support his son, Ste encourages Lucas to visit Dillon and make things right. Lucas takes his father's advice and apologizes to Dillon for his actions. The upcoming episodes will see Lucas opening up to Ste about his sexuality and the father-son duo working towards healing and acceptance.
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