Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica #50

When Veronica misses her date with Archie, she spins a wild tale about being kidnapped by a mysterious stranger—only to find Archie has a similar story ready, too. With both teens caught in a web of half-truths, their attempts to cover up their own no-shows lead to a series of increasingly awkward misunderstandings.

In "Liberty Belle," Betty resolves to break free from her feelings for Archie, determined to prove she can resist him through sheer will. Her strength impresses the gang, who throw a party in her honor—only for Archie, mistaking Betty for Veronica in the dark, to kiss her and unravel her resolve in an instant.

In "Home Sweet Homework," Archie’s disastrous English paper leads Miss Grundy to suggest he seek help from a classmate. With Veronica unavailable, he reluctantly turns to Betty—setting off a quiet, lighthearted chain of events that puts their friendship to the test.

In "Paid in Full," Betty and Veronica rally to throw a party, only to wear down Mr. Lodge with their endless demands. When they realize they’ve pushed him to his limit, they flip the script—making him the guest of honor and turning his exhaustion into a surprisingly fun celebration.