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The spy hid in the bushes instead of in the flowers because the
Here's how I want to continue it: bushes offered coverage.

Problem: Continue the following story.

He sold his collection of cards to the dealer, but kept the figures, because the
Here's how I want to continue it: cards had monetary value.

Problem: Continue the following story.

So
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Victoria ignored their bed because Christine is a clean person while Victoria is messy all the time.