Weird Love #1
In "I Fell for a Commie," written by Ernesto R. Garcia and illustrated by Ernesto R. Garcia, office manager Doris Bassett finds herself tangled in unexpected emotions when she must fire her coworker Mike Cullen. As their professional relationship blurs into something deeper, Doris quietly arranges a new job for Mike through his uncle, only to face his surprise—and a heartfelt reconciliation that ends with a playful scolding and a promise of marriage. The cover, by Ogden Whitney, captures the story’s mix of workplace tension and romantic spark.
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Doris Bassett is the office manager where Mike Cullen works. Doris loves Mike, but he is a poor fit in the job and she has to fire him. Mike takes it badly, but Doris works behind the scenes to get Mike a job working with his uncle. Mike discovers Doris' role in getting his new job and she asks his forgiveness for interfering. Mike kisses her, then bends her over his knee and playfully whacks her on the bottom to show her what will happen the next time she tries to wear the pants in their family. He insists on an early wedding which is exactly what Doris wanted.
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