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What are some ways to subvert expectations in a romantic comic story?
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Writers can subvert expectations by having the 'villain' turn out to be misunderstoood or even heroic, by making the seemingly perfect partner flawed and relatable, by shifting the focus from grand gestures to quiet, everyday acts of love, or by exploring unconventional relationship dynamics beyond the typical boy-meets-girl narrative. The resolution doesn't always have to be a traditional happily ever after.