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Matthew carried a knife with them for protection but Benjamin carried a gun.
Here's how I want to continue it: Matthew stabbed the mugger who assualted them.

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Emily had to pay for the water damage to their house out of pocket, but the same damage was covered for Jessica, because
Here's how I want to continue it: Jessica had full home owner's insurance.

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Joel had a bigger television screen than Hunter since
Here's how I want to continue it:
Joel was a very rich individual.