Problem: Continue the following story.

After examining the roots and leaves, I watered the plant because the
Here's how I want to continue it: roots were starting to dry out.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Neil really wanted to go to sleep but Christopher did not because
Here's how I want to continue it: Christopher was feeling very lively.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Donald's car is being repaired at the hands of Joseph, so
Here's how I want to continue it:
Joseph is the mechanic.