Betty and Me #22
In "The 'Iron Fist'," Archie's jealousy takes center stage as Veronica courts the wealthy Tony Farthington, leaving Betty's quiet attempts to connect with Archie unnoticed. When Tony unexpectedly turns to Betty, the tables turn—and it's Veronica who's left on the outside, missing Archie's own quiet overtures. Written by Frank Doyle and brought to life with Dan DeCarlo's signature style, Rudy Lapick's inks, Barry Grossman's colors, and Bill Yoshida's lettering, this 1969 gem captures the timeless, bittersweet rhythm of teenage crushes. The cover by Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick perfectly captures the moment's tension.
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Veronica makes a play for the wealthy Tony Farthington and Archie is so jealous that he doesn't hear Betty's repeated entreaties toward him. But when Tony throws Veronica over for Betty, it's Veronica who can't seem to hear Archie's entreaties toward her.
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