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The syrup cured his sore throat after the pill didn't work, as the 
Here's how I want to continue it: syrup was effective in its treatment.

Problem: Continue the following story.

James needed a bigger box to collect the silver he exchanged for the gold because the 
Here's how I want to continue it: silver is bigger.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Pets are something Michael hates, while Neil is the opposite, so 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Neil is an animal person.