Valentine #17 September 1960
In "Once Upon a Star," Dirk is torn between his feelings and duty when he realizes Judy has overheard his confession of love—leading him to make a sudden decision to leave. The quiet moment takes a dramatic turn when news breaks that a plane bound for London has crashed, and Dirk was supposed to be on it. Art by Carlos Freixas, this poignant tale unfolds with quiet intensity, leaving readers caught between hope and uncertainty.
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Dirk realizes that Judy has overheard him confess his love for her and decides to leave. Then everyone learns that a plane bound for London has crashed and Dirk was supposed to be on that plane.
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