Valentine #2 May 1970
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Only Pebble on the Beach," three friends—Paula, Joyce, and Candy—share their hopes and disappointments over a day’s worth of fleeting connections. As each recounts a romantic promise that may never come true, the mood turns bleak—until a quiet moment of reunion brings unexpected warmth. José Gual’s expressive art brings the emotional beats to life in this poignant 1970 IPC tale, a rare look at longing and connection in a world where promises are fragile.
Paula, Joyce, and Candy gather to swap stories of their day, each sharing hopes tied to a man who promised to call—only to find their dreams dashed when the truth comes out. As they vow all men are liars, Paula’s quiet moment of disappointment is interrupted by a surprise: the boy she met on the beach, who never showed, has returned—just as he said he would.
Simon and Frankie’s wedding day unfolds in a flurry of emotion, from last-minute worries to joyful reunions, as a surprise arrival brings the couple’s families together—just in time. Amid the chaos and quiet moments, a simple soccer ball in the park reminds them of how it all began.
In "Best of Both Worlds," Sharon finds herself torn between two very different men—Alan, who demands commitment, and Roger, who sees her hesitation as a sign she’s not ready. With Pixie’s warning echoing in her mind, Sharon grapples with what she truly wants, caught between desire and uncertainty. As Alan walks away, a quiet certainty settles over her—Roger is the one she’s been searching for.
In a quiet moment after a disappointing game, Gerry Kane finds himself downcast, unsure if Victoria will still care after his poor performance. Cindy Jones, ever perceptive, steps in—offering not just a ride to the country for peace, but a quiet understanding that stirs something deeper. As the next game looms, her growing feelings for him clash with the uncertainty of whether he sees her the same way.
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Reprinted in Biggi #1, Secret Romance Library #15
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