Problem: Continue the following story.

She wanted to buy a designer handbag on an auction site but bought a knock-off watch instead because the
Here's how I want to continue it: watch was inexpensive.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Joel really enjoyed shopping and Hunter did not, therefore
Here's how I want to continue it: Hunter intended to hire a personal shopper.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Jessica was nervous about wearing the dress because it exposed her collar bone, but Rachel told her it looked great.
Here's how I want to continue it:
Rachel was acting helpful.