diff --git a/litellm/__pycache__/main.cpython-311.pyc b/litellm/__pycache__/main.cpython-311.pyc
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diff --git a/litellm/__pycache__/utils.cpython-311.pyc b/litellm/__pycache__/utils.cpython-311.pyc
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diff --git a/litellm/llms/ai21.py b/litellm/llms/ai21.py
index 6991dcedf9..4e7d6b1fe1 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/ai21.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/ai21.py
@@ -161,7 +161,10 @@ def completion(
             try:
                 choices_list = []
                 for idx, item in enumerate(completion_response["completions"]):
-                    message_obj = Message(content=item["data"]["text"])
+                    if len(item["data"]["text"]) > 0:
+                        message_obj = Message(content=item["data"]["text"])
+                    else: 
+                        message_obj = Message(content=None)
                     choice_obj = Choices(finish_reason=item["finishReason"]["reason"], index=idx+1, message=message_obj)
                     choices_list.append(choice_obj)
                 model_response["choices"] = choices_list
@@ -173,7 +176,7 @@ def completion(
             encoding.encode(prompt)
         ) 
         completion_tokens = len(
-            encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"])
+            encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content"))
         )
 
         model_response["created"] = time.time()
diff --git a/litellm/llms/aleph_alpha.py b/litellm/llms/aleph_alpha.py
index 779e5402d8..f9ff5536e5 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/aleph_alpha.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/aleph_alpha.py
@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ import requests
 import time
 from typing import Callable, Optional
 import litellm
-from litellm.utils import ModelResponse
+from litellm.utils import ModelResponse, Choices, Message
 
 class AlephAlphaError(Exception):
     def __init__(self, status_code, message):
@@ -239,8 +239,15 @@ def completion(
             )
         else:
             try:
-                model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_response["completions"][0]["completion"]
-                model_response.choices[0].finish_reason = completion_response["completions"][0]["finish_reason"]
+                choices_list = []
+                for idx, item in enumerate(completion_response["completions"]):
+                    if len(item["completion"]) > 0:
+                        message_obj = Message(content=item["completion"])
+                    else: 
+                        message_obj = Message(content=None)
+                    choice_obj = Choices(finish_reason=item["finish_reason"], index=idx+1, message=message_obj)
+                    choices_list.append(choice_obj)
+                model_response["choices"] = choices_list
             except:
                 raise AlephAlphaError(message=json.dumps(completion_response), status_code=response.status_code)
 
diff --git a/litellm/llms/anthropic.py b/litellm/llms/anthropic.py
index 6dac6b0425..31ecd81885 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/anthropic.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/anthropic.py
@@ -152,9 +152,10 @@ def completion(
                 status_code=response.status_code,
             )
         else:
-            model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_response[
-                "completion"
-            ]
+            if len(completion_response["completion"]) > 0:
+                model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_response[
+                    "completion"
+                ]
             model_response.choices[0].finish_reason = completion_response["stop_reason"]
 
         ## CALCULATING USAGE
@@ -162,7 +163,7 @@ def completion(
             encoding.encode(prompt)
         )  ##[TODO] use the anthropic tokenizer here
         completion_tokens = len(
-            encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"])
+            encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content", ""))
         )  ##[TODO] use the anthropic tokenizer here
 
         model_response["created"] = time.time()
diff --git a/litellm/llms/bedrock.py b/litellm/llms/bedrock.py
index f6bad8acbf..aa8bb9b945 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/bedrock.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/bedrock.py
@@ -285,8 +285,6 @@ def completion(
     prompt = convert_messages_to_prompt(messages, provider)
     inference_params = copy.deepcopy(optional_params)
     stream = inference_params.pop("stream", False)
-
-    print(f"bedrock provider: {provider}")
     if provider == "anthropic":
         ## LOAD CONFIG
         config = litellm.AmazonAnthropicConfig.get_config() 
@@ -384,7 +382,8 @@ def completion(
         )
     else:
         try:
-            model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = outputText
+            if len(outputText) > 0:
+                model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = outputText
         except:
             raise BedrockError(message=json.dumps(outputText), status_code=response.status_code)
 
@@ -393,7 +392,7 @@ def completion(
         encoding.encode(prompt)
     )
     completion_tokens = len(
-        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"])
+        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content", ""))
     )
 
     model_response["created"] = time.time()
diff --git a/litellm/llms/cohere.py b/litellm/llms/cohere.py
index e994fa235d..4f97ef0c08 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/cohere.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/cohere.py
@@ -158,7 +158,10 @@ def completion(
             try:
                 choices_list = []
                 for idx, item in enumerate(completion_response["generations"]):
-                    message_obj = Message(content=item["text"])
+                    if len(item["text"]) > 0:
+                        message_obj = Message(content=item["text"])
+                    else: 
+                        message_obj = Message(content=None)
                     choice_obj = Choices(finish_reason=item["finish_reason"], index=idx+1, message=message_obj)
                     choices_list.append(choice_obj)
                 model_response["choices"] = choices_list
@@ -170,7 +173,7 @@ def completion(
             encoding.encode(prompt)
         ) 
         completion_tokens = len(
-            encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"])
+            encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content", ""))
         )
 
         model_response["created"] = time.time()
diff --git a/litellm/llms/huggingface_restapi.py b/litellm/llms/huggingface_restapi.py
index eb8d49b16a..6aba450c35 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/huggingface_restapi.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/huggingface_restapi.py
@@ -268,13 +268,15 @@ def completion(
             )
         else:
             if task == "conversational": 
-                model_response["choices"][0]["message"][
-                    "content"
-                ] = completion_response["generated_text"]
+                if len(completion_response["generated_text"]) > 0: 
+                    model_response["choices"][0]["message"][
+                        "content"
+                    ] = completion_response["generated_text"]
             elif task == "text-generation-inference": 
-                model_response["choices"][0]["message"][
-                    "content"
-                ] = completion_response[0]["generated_text"]   
+                if len(completion_response[0]["generated_text"]) > 0: 
+                    model_response["choices"][0]["message"][
+                        "content"
+                    ] = completion_response[0]["generated_text"]   
                 ## GETTING LOGPROBS + FINISH REASON 
                 if "details" in completion_response[0] and "tokens" in completion_response[0]["details"]:
                     model_response.choices[0].finish_reason = completion_response[0]["details"]["finish_reason"]
@@ -289,18 +291,24 @@ def completion(
                             sum_logprob = 0
                             for token in item["tokens"]:
                                 sum_logprob += token["logprob"]
-                            message_obj = Message(content=item["generated_text"], logprobs=sum_logprob)
+                            if len(item["generated_text"]) > 0: 
+                                message_obj = Message(content=item["generated_text"], logprobs=sum_logprob)
+                            else: 
+                                message_obj = Message(content=None)
                             choice_obj = Choices(finish_reason=item["finish_reason"], index=idx+1, message=message_obj)
                             choices_list.append(choice_obj)
                         model_response["choices"].extend(choices_list)
             else:
-                model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_response[0]["generated_text"]
+                if len(completion_response[0]["generated_text"]) > 0: 
+                    model_response["choices"][0]["message"][
+                        "content"
+                    ] = completion_response[0]["generated_text"]   
         ## CALCULATING USAGE
         prompt_tokens = len(
             encoding.encode(input_text)
         )  ##[TODO] use the llama2 tokenizer here
         completion_tokens = len(
-            encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"])
+            encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content", ""))
         )  ##[TODO] use the llama2 tokenizer here
 
         model_response["created"] = time.time()
diff --git a/litellm/llms/nlp_cloud.py b/litellm/llms/nlp_cloud.py
index 91d7849acb..fe3cd26fc7 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/nlp_cloud.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/nlp_cloud.py
@@ -158,7 +158,8 @@ def completion(
             )
         else:
             try:
-                model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_response["generated_text"]
+                if len(completion_response["generated_text"]) > 0:
+                    model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_response["generated_text"]
             except:
                 raise NLPCloudError(message=json.dumps(completion_response), status_code=response.status_code)
 
diff --git a/litellm/llms/palm.py b/litellm/llms/palm.py
index 12eb3ac4c3..b4160b63b5 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/palm.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/palm.py
@@ -88,7 +88,7 @@ def completion(
     
     ## Load Config
     inference_params = copy.deepcopy(optional_params)
-    inference_params.pop("stream") # palm does not support streaming, so we handle this by fake streaming in main.py
+    inference_params.pop("stream", None) # palm does not support streaming, so we handle this by fake streaming in main.py
     config = litellm.PalmConfig.get_config() 
     for k, v in config.items(): 
         if k not in inference_params: # completion(top_k=3) > palm_config(top_k=3) <- allows for dynamic variables to be passed in
@@ -136,7 +136,10 @@ def completion(
     try:
         choices_list = []
         for idx, item in enumerate(completion_response.candidates):
-            message_obj = Message(content=item["output"])
+            if len(item["output"]) > 0:
+                message_obj = Message(content=item["output"])
+            else:
+                message_obj = Message(content=None)
             choice_obj = Choices(index=idx+1, message=message_obj)
             choices_list.append(choice_obj)
         model_response["choices"] = choices_list
@@ -149,7 +152,7 @@ def completion(
         encoding.encode(prompt)
     ) 
     completion_tokens = len(
-        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"])
+        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content", ""))
     )
 
     model_response["created"] = time.time()
diff --git a/litellm/llms/petals.py b/litellm/llms/petals.py
index 2464d78183..a4639cb1a9 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/petals.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/petals.py
@@ -163,13 +163,15 @@ def completion(
             )
         ## RESPONSE OBJECT
         output_text = tokenizer.decode(outputs[0])
-    model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = output_text
+    
+    if len(output_text) > 0:
+        model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = output_text
 
     prompt_tokens = len(
         encoding.encode(prompt)
     ) 
     completion_tokens = len(
-        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"])
+        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content"))
     )
 
     model_response["created"] = time.time()
diff --git a/litellm/llms/replicate.py b/litellm/llms/replicate.py
index e643dd1854..7aebdf5fad 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/replicate.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/replicate.py
@@ -232,11 +232,12 @@ def completion(
             result = " "
         
         ## Building RESPONSE OBJECT
-        model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = result
+        if len(result) > 1:
+            model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = result
 
         # Calculate usage
         prompt_tokens = len(encoding.encode(prompt))
-        completion_tokens = len(encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"]))
+        completion_tokens = len(encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content", "")))
         model_response["model"] = "replicate/" + model
         model_response["usage"] = {
             "prompt_tokens": prompt_tokens,
diff --git a/litellm/llms/sagemaker.py b/litellm/llms/sagemaker.py
index bd57301fda..962a2fc0e1 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/sagemaker.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/sagemaker.py
@@ -154,7 +154,8 @@ def completion(
         )
     else:
         try:
-            model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_response[0]["generation"]
+            if len(completion_response[0]["generation"]) > 0: 
+                model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_response[0]["generation"]
         except:
             raise SagemakerError(message=json.dumps(completion_response), status_code=response.status_code)
 
@@ -163,7 +164,7 @@ def completion(
         encoding.encode(prompt)
     ) 
     completion_tokens = len(
-        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"])
+        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content", ""))
     )
 
     model_response["created"] = time.time()
diff --git a/litellm/llms/together_ai.py b/litellm/llms/together_ai.py
index 6a134e2bda..2a03952e0c 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/together_ai.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/together_ai.py
@@ -162,14 +162,14 @@ def completion(
                 message=json.dumps(completion_response["output"]), status_code=response.status_code
             )
     
-        completion_text = completion_response["output"]["choices"][0]["text"]
+        if len(completion_response["output"]["choices"][0]["text"]) > 0:
+            model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_response["output"]["choices"][0]["text"]
 
-        ## CALCULATING USAGE - baseten charges on time, not tokens - have some mapping of cost here.
+        ## CALCULATING USAGE
         prompt_tokens = len(encoding.encode(prompt))
         completion_tokens = len(
-            encoding.encode(completion_text)
+            encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content", ""))
         )
-        model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = completion_text
         if "finish_reason" in completion_response["output"]["choices"][0]:
             model_response.choices[0].finish_reason = completion_response["output"]["choices"][0]["finish_reason"]
         model_response["created"] = time.time()
diff --git a/litellm/llms/vertex_ai.py b/litellm/llms/vertex_ai.py
index 15994acf31..d73905261f 100644
--- a/litellm/llms/vertex_ai.py
+++ b/litellm/llms/vertex_ai.py
@@ -129,6 +129,10 @@ def completion(
     )
 
     ## RESPONSE OBJECT
+    if len(str(completion_response)) > 0: 
+        model_response["choices"][0]["message"][
+            "content"
+        ] = str(completion_response)
     model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"] = str(completion_response)
     model_response["created"] = time.time()
     model_response["model"] = model
@@ -137,7 +141,7 @@ def completion(
         encoding.encode(prompt)
     ) 
     completion_tokens = len(
-        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"])
+        encoding.encode(model_response["choices"][0]["message"].get("content", ""))
     )
 
     model_response["usage"] = {
diff --git a/litellm/main.py b/litellm/main.py
index 076e4c7f40..0b604ca6da 100644
--- a/litellm/main.py
+++ b/litellm/main.py
@@ -513,7 +513,10 @@ def completion(
             ## RESPONSE OBJECT
             choices_list = []
             for idx, item in enumerate(response["choices"]):
-                message_obj = Message(content=item["text"])
+                if len(item["text"]) > 0: 
+                    message_obj = Message(content=item["text"])
+                else: 
+                    message_obj = Message(content=None)
                 choice_obj = Choices(finish_reason=item["finish_reason"], index=idx+1, message=message_obj)
                 choices_list.append(choice_obj)
             model_response["choices"] = choices_list
diff --git a/litellm/tests/litellm_results.jsonl b/litellm/tests/litellm_results.jsonl
index b40ed9b47c..21fcaa170e 100644
--- a/litellm/tests/litellm_results.jsonl
+++ b/litellm/tests/litellm_results.jsonl
@@ -1,2 +1,4 @@
 [{"model": "gpt-3.5-turbo-16k", "messages": [{"content": "Please provide a summary of the latest scientific discoveries.", "role": "user"}], "api_key": "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"}, {"id": "chatcmpl-86XzBUa7ISDFCWYFUFc1bfuwoMPbG", "object": "chat.completion", "created": 1696571301, "model": "gpt-3.5-turbo-16k-0613", "choices": [{"index": 0, "message": {"role": "assistant", "content": "I'm sorry, but as an AI language model, my responses are generated based on pre-existing knowledge and do not have real-time access to the latest scientific discoveries. As a result, I cannot provide you with a summary of the most recent scientific findings. However, I am capable of providing general information on a wide range of scientific topics if you have any specific questions or interests."}, "finish_reason": "stop"}], "usage": {"prompt_tokens": 17, "completion_tokens": 76, "total_tokens": 93}}]
 [{"model": "gpt-3.5-turbo-16k", "messages": [{"content": "Please provide a summary of the latest scientific discoveries.", "role": "user"}], "api_key": "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"}, {"id": "chatcmpl-86XzBof0OA5JEEClaK9qGv1gHhAs8", "object": "chat.completion", "created": 1696571301, "model": "gpt-3.5-turbo-16k-0613", "choices": [{"index": 0, "message": {"role": "assistant", "content": "As an AI language model, I can provide you with a general overview of some recent scientific discoveries across various fields. However, please note that the summaries provided may not encompass every single discovery happening since scientific progress is a continuous and constantly evolving process. Here are a few of the notable recent scientific discoveries:\n\n1. Mars Rover Finds Evidence of Ancient Life: NASA's Mars Perseverance rover discovered rocks believed to be volcanic, containing possible signs of ancient microbial life on Mars. The samples collected from a crater could provide crucial insights into the planet's past habitability.\n\n2. Quantum Supremacy Achieved: Google's prototype quantum computer, Sycamore, achieved \"quantum supremacy,\" demonstrating calculations that are impossible for classical computers. This milestone brings a new era of computing possibilities and has the potential to impact cryptography and optimization problems.\n\n3. CRISPR Advancements: CRISPR gene-editing technology continues to make progress with new discoveries. Recent breakthroughs include high-precision gene editing techniques, expansion to new organisms, and potential therapies for genetic diseases.\n\n4. Black Hole Imaging: In 2019, the Event Horizon Telescope captured the first-ever direct image of a black hole, located at the center of the galaxy Messier 87. The image provided valuable insights into the nature and behavior of these enigmatic cosmic objects.\n\n5. Renewable Energy Innovations: Scientists and engineers are continuously working on improving renewable energy technologies. Recent advancements include highly efficient solar panels, next-generation wind turbines, and advancements in energy storage systems.\n\n6. COVID-19 Vaccines: Rapid development and deployment of COVID-19 vaccines emerged as a significant scientific achievement. Multiple vaccines, such as those developed by Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and AstraZeneca, have been authorized for emergency use or full approval, contributing to global efforts in combating the pandemic.\n\n7. Artificial Intelligence Breakthroughs: Researchers continue to push the boundaries of artificial intelligence. Advancements include improved natural language processing models, reinforcement learning algorithms, and the development of AI systems for medical diagnosis and autonomous vehicles.\n\nThese are just a few examples of recent scientific discoveries and breakthroughs. Scientific research is a vast and diverse domain, with discoveries occurring across many fields, often on a daily basis."}, "finish_reason": "stop"}], "usage": {"prompt_tokens": 17, "completion_tokens": 454, "total_tokens": 471}}]
+[{"model": "gpt-3.5-turbo-16k", "messages": [{"content": "Please provide a summary of the latest scientific discoveries.", "role": "user"}], "api_key": "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"}, {"id": "chatcmpl-88APE6LBJebPYs1OkBdzaAiWr4yIc", "object": "chat.completion", "created": 1696957316, "model": "gpt-3.5-turbo-16k-0613", "choices": [{"index": 0, "message": {"role": "assistant", "content": "As an AI language model, I don't have real-time access to current news or the ability to browse the internet. Therefore, I'm unable to provide a summary of the latest scientific discoveries as they are constantly evolving. However, I can provide information on various scientific topics or answer specific questions you may have. If you would like information on a particular scientific discovery or topic, please let me know."}, "finish_reason": "stop"}], "usage": {"prompt_tokens": 17, "completion_tokens": 80, "total_tokens": 97}}]
+[{"model": "gpt-3.5-turbo-16k", "messages": [{"content": "Please provide a summary of the latest scientific discoveries.", "role": "user"}], "api_key": "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"}, {"id": "chatcmpl-88APEz1u9Dq2XDL3BIkfjspXQbP4J", "object": "chat.completion", "created": 1696957316, "model": "gpt-3.5-turbo-16k-0613", "choices": [{"index": 0, "message": {"role": "assistant", "content": "As an AI language model, I don't have access to real-time data or the ability to browse the internet. Hence, I cannot provide you with a summary of the latest scientific discoveries, as it would require up-to-date information. Scientific discoveries are constantly being made across various fields, including physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, and more. To stay updated on the latest scientific discoveries, I recommend referring to reputable scientific journals, news outlets, or websites that specialize in scientific communication and research."}, "finish_reason": "stop"}], "usage": {"prompt_tokens": 17, "completion_tokens": 99, "total_tokens": 116}}]
diff --git a/litellm/tests/test_bad_params.py b/litellm/tests/test_bad_params.py
index 2aecd17578..fc5e066289 100644
--- a/litellm/tests/test_bad_params.py
+++ b/litellm/tests/test_bad_params.py
@@ -10,6 +10,7 @@ sys.path.insert(
 )  # Adds the parent directory to the system path
 import litellm
 from litellm import embedding, completion
+from litellm.utils import Message
 
 
 # litellm.set_verbose = True
@@ -115,5 +116,4 @@ def test_completion_with_no_provider():
 # except:
 #     print(f"error occurred: {traceback.format_exc()}")
 #     pass
-# os.environ["OPENAI_API_KEY"] = str(temp_key)  # this passes linting#5
-
+# os.environ["OPENAI_API_KEY"] = str(temp_key)  # this passes linting#5
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/litellm/tests/test_provider_specific_config.py b/litellm/tests/test_provider_specific_config.py
index 0e1ac9283f..7c08a6fd1b 100644
--- a/litellm/tests/test_provider_specific_config.py
+++ b/litellm/tests/test_provider_specific_config.py
@@ -317,13 +317,11 @@ def aleph_alpha_test_completion():
 
         assert len(response_2_text) < len(response_1_text)
 
-        try: 
-            response_3 = litellm.completion(model="luminous-base", 
+        response_3 = litellm.completion(model="luminous-base", 
                                                 messages=[{ "content": "Hello, how are you?","role": "user"}],
                                                 n=2)
-            pytest.fail(f"Error not raised when n=2 passed to provider")
-        except: 
-            pass
+        
+        assert len(response_3.choices) > 1
     except Exception as e:
         pytest.fail(f"Error occurred: {e}")
 
diff --git a/litellm/tests/test_streaming.py b/litellm/tests/test_streaming.py
index fc46bb17e6..0463f82795 100644
--- a/litellm/tests/test_streaming.py
+++ b/litellm/tests/test_streaming.py
@@ -219,7 +219,7 @@ def test_completion_cohere_stream():
     except Exception as e:
         pytest.fail(f"Error occurred: {e}")
 
-# test_completion_cohere_stream()
+test_completion_cohere_stream()
 
 def test_completion_cohere_stream_bad_key():
     try:
diff --git a/litellm/utils.py b/litellm/utils.py
index e6f8bde44f..127cdcad00 100644
--- a/litellm/utils.py
+++ b/litellm/utils.py
@@ -111,12 +111,10 @@ def _generate_id(): # private helper function
 
 def map_finish_reason(finish_reason: str): # openai supports 5 stop sequences - 'stop', 'length', 'function_call', 'content_filter', 'null'
     # anthropic mapping
-    print(f"receives finish reason: {finish_reason}")
     if finish_reason == "stop_sequence":
         return "stop"
     return finish_reason
 
-
 class Message(OpenAIObject):
     def __init__(self, content="default", role="assistant", logprobs=None, **params):
         super(Message, self).__init__(**params)