Betty and Veronica #222
In "Gift Exchange," Betty and Veronica's holiday feud over Archie’s Christmas gift escalates into a full-blown rift, leaving their friendship hanging by a thread. When Sugar Plum steps in with a dreamy nudge, the two must confront what truly matters—before the season's magic fades. Written by Kathleen Webb and illustrated by Jeff Shultz, with inks by Al Milgrom, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Jack Morelli, this heartfelt 2007 tale sees the cover by Jeff Shultz and Al Milgrom capture the moment just before reconciliation.
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Betty and Veronica get into an awful fight over Archie's Christmas present and vow never to talk to each other again. Sugar Plum suggests a way for each to make amends, but both remain stubborn. Sugar Plum then reminds them in their dreams why the girls are friends and the two find common ground again.
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