Problem: Continue the following story.

Benjamin received a raise at work before Neil did because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Benjamin is an extremely hard worker.

Problem: Continue the following story.

She bought the dress but not the shoes because the 
Here's how I want to continue it: dress fit within her budget.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Emily enjoyed playing with cats and combing their fur much more than Megan did, since 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Emily had twelve pet cats.