Cases of word usage

1) (from French) the final solution, explanation, a result etc of a plot in a story or play (denouement)

2) an evil plot or scheme (machination)

3) (literature) a play, film etc with a romantic plot that appeals strongly to one's emotions in an exaggerated or sensational way (melodrama)

4) that which follows or arises out of (an earlier event); a story, film etc continuing the plot etc (of an earlier one) (sequel)