Archie 1000 Page Comics Digest #[nn]
In "The Nature of the Beast," Betty’s decision to leave Veronica off a school fashion list sparks a rift between the two longtime friends, igniting hurt feelings and sharp words. As their friendship teeters on the edge, only Polly and Mrs. Lodge offer quiet reminders of what once brought them together. Written by George Gladir and illustrated by Jeff Shultz, with inks by Al Milgrom and colors by Barry Grossman, this heartfelt story captures the messy, real moments that test even the closest bonds.
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Betty writes an article in the paper about the 10 most fashionable girls at school but leaves Veronica's name out of the list. That makes Veronica angry and she talks about Betty behind her back -- and Betty finds out. Both are hurt, and they angrily decide to terminate their friendship. Only Polly and Mrs. Lodge remind them of why they were friends in the first place.
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