Problem: Continue the following story.

The stove was useless to prepare the meal, so we used the microwave instead, as the 
Here's how I want to continue it: stove was broken.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Elena had a lot of fear of heights while Cynthia was fearless, and 
Here's how I want to continue it: Elena refused to go skydiving.

Problem: Continue the following story.

Ryan is going to be the CEO of the business they're starting with Aaron, so 
Here's how I want to continue it:
Ryan feels important.