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Randy was on a mission to kill Brett, because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Randy was a sadist who had to have blood.

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Laura but not Emily would soon be going home because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Emily had not gotten a release date from the parole board.

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Since Matthew lived with their parents while Jeffrey lived alone, 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Matthew was often told what to do at home.