Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #33

In "Aid to the Enemy," Veronica’s accidental scratch on the beach leads to an unexpected connection with a handsome first aid administrator—soon, her trips to the station become less about healing and more about the thrill of seeing him again.

In "The Tender Fender," Betty takes on the task of fixing Archie’s jalopy, hoping to spend time with him—only to discover he’s planning to take Veronica out in it. But when Veronica shows up with her own surprise, the afternoon takes a turn neither girl expected.

In "Balance of Power," Moose shows off his strength at the beach, impressing Jo and the others with his brawn. When Veronica calls Archie scrawny, he hatches a clever plan to fake a feat of strength that throws Moose off his game.

In "Drown and Out," Archie takes on a lifeguard job with all the enthusiasm of a kid in a pool, only to be put to the test when Betty pretends to be in distress—overdoing her act with a hug that sends Archie scrambling to save the day, even if it means a little friendly punch.

In "Split Personality," the familiar rivalry between Betty and Veronica takes a surreal turn as a narrator suggests they’re not just friends—or foes—but two halves of one mind: Betty, the thoughtful, kind-hearted side, and Veronica, the bold, mischievous one. The story plays with identity and contrast, turning the girls’ dynamic into something deeper, stranger, and more personal than anyone expected.

In "Those Are the Breaks!", Veronica hatches a mischievous plan to sabotage a date Archie is setting up for Betty with a boy named Chuck—by pretending to be Betty herself and painting Veronica as the villain. The scheme unfolds with playful deception and classic teen chaos, all while Archie remains blissfully unaware of the double-cross.