Problem: Continue the following story.

The water was spilled on the carpet, but not the blanket, and as a result, the
Here's how I want to continue it: carpet was wetter.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Ryan wore sunscreen on the hot summer day but Joseph did not.
Here's how I want to continue it: Joseph got a bad sunburn.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Mary refused to let Erin into the newly formed club although
Here's how I want to continue it:
Erin is a paid member.