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Young Love #21
Young Love #21 is an anthology romance comic containing multiple stories. The opening story depicts a couple, Betty and Jack, in conflict over Jack's reluctance to spend time with her while he studies, prompting Betty to consider leaving him. Another featured story, "Get Rid of That Woman!," follows a narrator who became engaged to Ted but grew uncomfortable when Ted's sister Kate arrived, leading him to question his feelings and ultimately recognize his growing attraction to Kate instead. The issue also includes an advice column titled "Those Irritating Habits" by Charmaigne, offering dating and relationship guidance to young readers. A third story involves Leslie, who grows envious when her date Bill Brady becomes successful and attentive to a flower shop owner, only to eventually realize her feelings for him deepen and accept his proposal.