Input: Continue writing.

Ian was unable to deal with Hunter's incessant talking, so

Continued: Ian declined to answer questions.

Input: Continue writing.

Matthew recently received a diagnosis from Samuel, so

Continued: Matthew needed all the encouragement in the world to keep going.

Input: Continue writing.

Jessica had many more friends than Mary, because

Continued: Mary was never pleasant or generous with her time.

Input: Continue writing.

Steven put off his jacket and gave it to Craig to put it on because

Continued:
Craig is feeling colf.