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Laura tended to steal while Christine was lawful, so 
Here's how I want to continue it: Laura was often in trouble with the law.

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Alex's sister had an inflammatory reaction to the plant and was required to get tea instead of medication because the 
Here's how I want to continue it: tea was more effective.

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Neil had to go to night classes unlike Samuel, because 
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Neil did horrible during the semester.