Problem: Continue the following story.

Rachel  heard about a new college scholarship and Angela was assigned her case because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Rachel  was one who applied for the scholarship.

Problem: Continue the following story.

At the retirement party, Ian didn't get a chance to talk to Ryan because 
Here's how I want to continue it: Ryan was too busy with others.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Dennis told Logan that he was going to open a new chapter in his life and get into fitness.  
Here's how I want to continue it:
Dennis was changing.