Teen-Age Romances #34
In "Asking for Trouble," high school student Mandy navigates the delicate balance between admiration and ambition when she forms a friendship with young teacher Rex, who’s pursuing a doctorate at State University. With Gloria’s intense rivalry adding tension, their bond deepens through shared moments and quiet support—until a public kiss after the prom forces a painful choice. The story, illustrated by Mike Sekowsky with inks by Mike Peppe, captures a fleeting, bittersweet moment of connection, with Matt Baker’s cover art perfectly framing the emotional stakes.
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High school student Mandy finds young teacher Rex handsome, but fellow student Gloria flirts with him madly. Rex and Mandy become friends because she’s hoping for a scholarship to State University, where he’ll be working on his doctorate in the upcoming year. Rex takes Mandy to the prom; Gloria catches them kissing and Rex loses his job. Now, however, there is nothing to stop Rex and Mandy from expressing their love.
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