Archie & Friends All Stars #26
In "Friends 'Til The End!" Part 1 and 2, Betty’s omission of Veronica from a school fashion article sparks a rift between the longtime friends, turning their rivalry into a painful breakup. As hurt feelings escalate and tempers flare, 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, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Jack Morelli, this heartfelt story explores the fragile balance of friendship—told with the warmth and wit that defines the Archie universe. The cover by Dan Parent captures the emotional weight of the moment.
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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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