Fill in the blank (_) in the following sentence from the following choices.
Sentence: The smell of fresh cut grass always was pleasing to Ryan but Eric didn't care for it. _ breathed deeply when passing the newly mowed lawn.

Choice 1: The smell of fresh cut grass always was pleasing to Ryan but Eric didn't care for it. Ryan breathed deeply when passing the newly mowed lawn.
Choice 2: The smell of fresh cut grass always was pleasing to Ryan but Eric didn't care for it. Eric breathed deeply when passing the newly mowed lawn.
Which of the choices is correct? Respond with only "1" or "2" and no additional text.
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