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Is leaving with an I or a Y?

Okay, great. I got you down.

And be sure to check our website. Gwen
lists all of your finds prior to the

auction so you can start your Christmas
wish list early.

Happy holidays.

Good morning.

Good morning, Gwen.

I've got great news.

Banner's barely up and we've already got
five RSVPs.

Which is why I think you, Sienna, need
these.

And you need to finish that before Doris
gets here in time.

What?

I... I thought we were just having a
follow -up call tomorrow.

You were, but apparently something came
up, and she needs to talk to you, and

she's close by.

Oh, why does that not sound good? Stop.

Look, I know there are a few appraisers
in the running, but it's you. It's just,

I don't know, scoring the Hawthorne
house would be the biggest coup of my

career. Don't worry.

You're one client away from being able
to buy this place when Graham retires

next month.

Unless... The Davro group beats you to
it.

Wait, are you trying to make me feel
better at work?

I've noticed you work best under stress.
Hi, Graham.

Good morning, ladies.

Have you spoken to him about it yet?

I've tried twice.

We were interrupted both times, so now I
just need to find the perfect moment.

Which will be after I land my new
client.

That's the attitude.

More lights.

Seriously.

This is a lovely room. I wanted to give
you a preview of our auction space.

Apologies. As an estate manager, I know
it's never a good thing to change things

up on someone at the last minute.

But we did not expect Mr. Hawthorne's
buyer to back out.

I thought it was a done deal. I thought
so, too. But it fell through. So I'm on

my way to plead.

With a stager, but... Cookie.

Thank you.

We need to attract a new buyer ASAP.

Oh, wow.

Who made these? I wish I could take
credit, but they're actually from my

friend's cafe.

Well, they're delicious.

So to stage the house for Christmas is
going to complicate the appraisal

process, especially in time for your
auction.

The real estate agent believes that
it'll show the house off to its full

and maybe remind people of the good old
days.

It would be so nice to see it decorated
one more time.

I remember the first time I met Mrs.
Hawthorne. I was eight years old. The

caroling had just finished and the whole
neighborhood was up there.

The annual Christmas Eve party. The
outside was dripping with decorations.

looked like so much work. I remember she
said that it never felt like it.

that she decorated the inside for them,
but the outside was to bring joy to

everyone else.

Carol loved this town, and she wanted to
make sure everyone had somewhere to go

on Christmas Eve.

It's become a very different place
without her. I can only imagine.

So, we need someone who is willing to
work around and with a stager, whoever

that will be.

and to rehome four generations' worth of
living.

So, if you're up for it... Yes.

Excellent. So you'll have to meet with
Mr. Hawthorne first for the final sign

-off. He prefers to invest in local
businesses.

All of the profits are going to city
charities.

But you must know, he can be a little
grumpy.

Yeah. But, um...

He loves a hard worker, so I think he is
going to adore you.

So how's 11 a .m. tomorrow?

Already in my calendar.

Hey, Brendan, what's up?

Oh, yeah.

Are you kidding me?

Remember when we were stationed at
Edwards? One of the best bases. You know

been to a few, Brendan. I would love to
get this going in San Diego.

Exactly.

Most people don't understand the
adjustment of leaving the military like

Just remind them Dirt Force One's
mission is to provide as much support as

can for veterans while also providing a
paycheck.

Yeah, Mike and I would love the
opportunity to open a second office in

building there.

Thanks, Brenda.

Was that the VA in San Diego?

Any news?

Just anybody to stand by.

But I think it's more of a matter of
when they'll give you approval for our

office there, not if. That's great.

I guess I should start prepping for the
expansion.

Get quotes on office furniture,
supplies.

Just, are you sure you want to be the
one to go?

Yeah, sure.

You know me, Mike. I love a station
vacation.

True, but you're the one who wanted to
finally settle here when you left the

Force and make a home.

Yeah, that was the plan.

I'm with Melissa.

Morning, guys.

Hey, Tucker.

Welcome back.

You're going to the Callahan job today.
It's a mid -rise, so bring the window

rig.

Starts in 30.

Thanks, boss.

Hey, did you end up enrolling in that
electrical engineering class at

Working on it.

Okay.

Ten men. Keep us posted. Roger that.

Okay, what's with the marker?

Since I know how you like to run a tight
fit, I got a fit.

That is one very large and very neatly
organized calendar that doesn't seem to

have an appointment with the caterer for
the holiday party.

What's going on with that?

Yeah, party planning is not my strong
suit. I know.

Which is why I booked it for tomorrow
morning at 9 .30.

See? And this is why I needed you as my
business partner. You are the king of

logistics. Just meet me there.

Hello.

Your favorite child is here.

And no, not because I'm your only one.

I got cookies for Vanessa.

Hey, hon, there you are.

Where's dad?

Oh, attic wrangling the lights.

He will never change up those old
snowflake lights, Willie. Never.

Hey, dad, you need a hand?

No, I've got it.

He'll be down eventually.

How would you like a warm drink? Is that
your mug cider?

Can't decorate the tree without it.

Ready for a new world record, huh? Oh,
you really think you can beat last

time?

I've been working on my technique.

Okay, good. Because I can't stay for
long.

Why?

Are you going on a second date with
Brad? What?

No, work. Mom, why are we talking about
Brad?

I don't know. Last time you said good
guy, accountant, dressing up as Santa

his office Christmas party, which he
complained about.

Oh, yeah, there's that.

There's always going to be something.

Is there really?

Well, if you're still worrying about
having your heart broken, yeah.

Dad, are we really going to go there?

This has nothing to do with me being
ditched at the altar.

What? It doesn't.

It was a long time ago.

I'm an appraiser. It is my job to
efficiently assess value.

If I don't see it, I move on.

All your father's trying to say is, You
can't just keep dismissing people for

the littlest things.

You just gotta figure out what your deal
breakers are, that's it.

I did.

Grumpy Santa is a deal breaker.

Fair enough.

So, I actually do have some exciting
news.

I am this close to appraising and
auctioning off the contents of the

house.

I mean, I still have to meet with Mr.
Hawthorne, but if I land this job, I

be one step closer to being able to buy
Legacy.

That is wonderful news, sweetheart. So
exciting.

It's just... Are you sure you want to
buy it?

Mom. Gwen, you know that we support you,
right?

We just know that you have a habit of
taking too much on.

We want you to have time to enjoy
yourself.

Yeah. I mean, time goes by so fast. I
mean, just look at you here.

So young.

Gwen, listen, we just don't want all
this to fall on you. You don't have time

for anything else. You know what I mean?

Don't worry.

I got this under control.

Look out.

I'm going to borrow this, okay?

Oh, and I am meeting Vanessa tomorrow
night, so you will have another one of

these beauties coming your way.

And we are done.

What's my time?

I'm going to have to start over.

Wow. Someone looks ready for their
meeting.

I will be once you hook me up. You want
a candy cane latte?

Sounds amazing, but... Americano. Double
shot. It's a big morning.

Need me to bring a refuel to our annual
Christmas photo shoot tonight?

No, but maybe make that a triple.

Here you go.

You are the best.

Feel free to say that a little louder in
case anybody missed it.

I'll see you later.

Sorry, buddy. There is no way we can use
that caterer.

Everything was overpriced and
undercooked.

We'll find another one, especially with
your high standards.

Here, let me get the door.

Thanks, Reed.

You're back.

I was thinking about you this morning.
You were? Your suggestion for the

cinnamon bun and clove latte was
inspired.

So please try this with this.

Okay. Tell me what you think.

Any chance you cater holiday parties?

Not a word.

Mm -hmm.

See you back at the office after the
walkthrough.

Gwen, welcome back to Hawking Hall.

Place hasn't changed a bit.

Oh, I always loved the switchback
staircase.

And that chandelier.

I thought it was so enormous when I was
a kid.

Yeah, it really is a very special place.

So, are you ready to meet the man of the
house?

Follow me.

Gwen Donnelly from Legacy.

Mr. Hawthorne, I doubt you remember me,
but I used to come every Christmas Eve

with my parents.

Your daughter, Isla, was a few years
ahead of me. Thank you.

Let's get down to brass tacks.

I'm clearing it all out.

Beyond a few clearly marked items of my
personal collection and some furniture,

everything else in this house is her
game.

Everything? If it has any value, I want
it auctioned off.

You think you can handle that? Yes, sir.
I am fully prepared to personally

evaluate every inch of the property.

Doris mentioned you were having the
place staged for the sale.

Decorated for Christmas.

The real estate agent said it was sure
to captivate a potential buyer.

Well, it always was a stunning sight. If
there's anything I can do to help.

You want to decorate?

You weren't able to find anyone.

Everyone is booked through January.

So the job is open?

I'm not a professional, but I do love to
decorate.

We'd be paying over time, of course. Oh,
you two can discuss the details

elsewhere. Wait, so does that mean I
have the auction of the estate?

Well, if you feel you're up to it.

Thank you, Mr. Hawthorne.

Thankfully, we caught him in a good
mood.

That was a good mood?

Underneath it all, he's got a heart of
butter, I promise.

Um... Did I just agree to decorate the
house?

Don't worry, honey. It's just the front
and the main rooms and anywhere a

potential buyer might walk.

Great.

Oh, um, about the cleaning crew. I can
work with anyone, of course, but in my

experience, there are some crews that
are less flexible than others, and given

the short time frame on this job... Ben,
I bet you're glad it's me.

Reed.

Hmm? Boy, you two obviously know each
other.

No, we just work together.

Once.

Wonderful. I thought it would be helpful
to get a commercial cleaning service.

Now, I'm considering the size of the
job, and Mr.

Hawthorne suggested Reed's company.

Yeah, he's a veteran too.

It is a great cause.

Since you two already know each other,
we can get right to it. Now, if there

no objections, you could start working
together tomorrow.

How does that sound?

Like Christmas came early.

Two floors, 6 ,000 square feet in two
weeks.

Nothing we can't do, as long as we're on
the same page.

What?

Nothing.

Nothing? Really?

Your face was priceless when you saw me.
You clearly were talking about me,

weren't you?

The whole flexible comment.

What? No.

No, that was a general statement.

Okay, fine. Maybe I was, but you have to
admit you weren't.

Flexible? On our one job together?

No, because we had a schedule. You just
took on too much.

Nothing that wasn't doable.

Not in one week, which I told you.

And then clocked out.

But it's okay.

Everything got done.

And hey, I even got to see the sunrise
that last morning, so it's all good.

I knew it was a sign when I saw your van
this morning.

Saw my van? How?

You were here before me, which isn't
usually the case.

Okay, just because I don't run on
military time doesn't mean I'm not

Well, I guess that depends on whose
schedule you run off of. Well, usually I

appraise you clean we haul, so it would
stand to reason you'll be mine first.

When there's time.

Otherwise, it all happens at once.

So, to get $0 .800?

You could just say 8 a .m.

And that doesn't work for me. I need at
least an hour in the office working on

Legacy's holiday auction.

I've got appraisals. I've got to update
the catalog.

Advertising. My crew and I have a hard
out at $1 ,600 every day.

4 p .m.? I thought it was 5.

When it's not holidays.

So, an eight -hour day.

Seven and a half plus lunch.

Even shorter if you don't get here until
later.

this space, and yet you're still right
here.

That's right, I forgot.

You prefer to operate alone.

I just think if you want something done
right, you do it yourself.

I'll see you tomorrow.

You are so lucky. I was two seconds away
from meeting the last Peppermint

Brownie. Totally would have understood
if you did.

I'm so glad that you didn't.

I needed this.

On the first day?

I cannot believe I am working with Dirt
Horse 1.

Again.

I'm now hosting a coffee cart at their
holiday party.

What? You are?

Mm -hmm.

I mean, it's great, right?

You're so lucky it's only one night.

Is Reid really that bad?

No. Not if you don't mind.

Rigid, immovable, arrogant.

How are you going to survive the next
two weeks?

You mean 13 days?

Not when you're counting.

Strategically minimize interaction.

Focus on the big picture.

And if that doesn't work?

We're going to need to do that over.

Not a problem. I'll have Sienna revise
the language.

I'm so glad we could finalize this in
time to include it in holiday auction.

Thank you. Bye.

Already heard you, and I'm on it. Thank
you. I can't believe you've been here an

hour already. I've just had my first sip
of coffee.

What else can I do? Nothing.

Don't worry, I've got this. You usually
do, which is why I think you need to

seize this moment.

Graham?

Yeah? Can I talk to you for a minute?

Sure.

Come to my office.

I knew people would be excited about the
antique violin you found. I just didn't

realize how excited.

Are you kidding me? A haunted violin
that's rumored to play itself?

Scream is a one of a kind Christmas
gift.

And that's why there is no one better
than you to run this auction every year.

That's what I wanted to talk to you
about.

The auction?

The auction house.

After you retire.

Oh?

I know we've loosely discussed my
wanting to take over, if possible, but I

you to know that I am in the final
stages of being approved for a business

And since the holiday auction is
traditionally my biggest commission, now

the Hawthorne House added, my plan is to
be able to earn enough with what I've

saved to be able to afford the down
payment.

Gwen, I recognize how much heart you put
into your work, and your loyalty to

this company is a rare find, truly.

I feel the same way about legacy.

But I have an interested party who can
write me a check the second I say yes.

You're talking about the Davro Group.

Oh, you heard.

I heard it was a possibility.

But I also know that you don't want this
place turned into a big chain any more

than I do.

We've both been there.

True.

And as much as I would like to keep it
as is, you know that the sale always

to the highest bidder.

Just don't count me out.

I have every intention of outbidding.

Okay.

You have two weeks.

Good morning, Gwen.

Morning to you, too.

Assuming those are just trash, right?

Just checking.

So, I was thinking, given the scope of
the play, we start at the top and we

down. Well, my guys have already started
in the east wing sitting room, so east

to west is better for us at this point.

Fine.

East to west it is.

Just make sure you run everything by me
first.

Really want to see me that much, huh?

Actually, why don't we use the dining
room as a landing pad?

You guys can place stuff in there and
then I can go through it on my own and

don't have to get in each other's way.

That's what I thought.

So we agree.

Oh, and don't forget to look under every
mattress and behind every drawer and in

every pocket because you never know
where those forgotten gems are going to

Are we done so I can get back to work?

Oh, um, did Doris happen to mention
where they keep the Christmas

need to appraise them before I put them
up.

Put them up?

Yeah. I told them I'd help them decorate
for their prospective buyers.

They just want the place to look like
the old Hawthorne House at Christmas for

the sale.

And if I'm going to buy Legacy, I need
all the help I can get. So, yeah.

Shouldn't say anything.

Didn't you want to get back to work?

Miss, you mean I can just put these in
the donate pile?

What? No. Why would you assume that?

Because they're a bunch of old innings
you said you'd go through an hour ago.

Sorry, I'm just, uh...

had to look through these, and I'm
waiting for an evaluation, and...

That can wait. I will, uh... I will call
them later.

Okay. Uh... Oh, wow.

These are not old.

These are antique French linen.

Painstakingly hand -woven until the
early 1900s. And bonus points for French

Rousseau, which, with an art in itself,
they're highly thought after.

It'll make a great gift.

So you're going to sell them?

Auction them.

Hopefully.

I just need the time to feel things.

You know, see if they're worth it.

You think maybe you can feel everything
in five minutes? Because we've got 6

,000 square feet to go through.

It's just I told Doris that I would get
that garland up.

It won't take me long, but... What?

Why do I feel another sunrise coming on?

No.

No, no, no, no. I'm just trying to get
my arms around everything. It's a lot of

good stuff, which is good, but... What
are you doing?

There's three of us and one of you.

Right, but you didn't sign up for this.

You don't have to decorate.

I know I don't have to.

But apparently this house is a big
memory for a lot of my guys too. So you

what I always say?

Individuals play the game. The teams
beat the arm.

I know this is a bit of an unusual
situation.

It's fine. I'll juggle both. Let my guys
focus on the clean.

Can I help you with that?

No. I got it.

You do realize what this means, don't
you?

We're going to be hanging a lot of
light.

We are going to have to work together on
the same schedule to get it all done.

I do know that.

Because we can't have a singular point
of failure from someone who's trying to

do it all themselves.

I have no idea who you might be talking
about.

I know this is a lot on top of an
already big job, but thank you.

I think it might really make a
difference.

And, of course, I'll pay you the extra.

Oh, don't worry about it.

If anything, it'd be great to get
another person some hours before the

I started this company to help people.

Thank you.

But it is still up to you to fit it all
in.

I'll see you at 0800.

Nice tasting area, don't you? It looks
perfect.

I still have no idea how you went from
having a coffee cart at their office

party to hosting it on your patio.

No one really wants to have a party at
an office.

Mike was with me on that.

Very in sync.

Well, Mike seems very nice.

Let's see how the taste test goes before
we come to any sweeping conclusions.

Okay.

As for a VA regional director, he was
pretty cool.

He appreciates a good PowerPoint.

I said you'd follow up with him later,
but I thought it went well.

Might want to ask Santa for a new
surfboard.

Okay, I'll get on that after I finish at
Hawthorne House. About that, the guy

said you were decorating.

Did I hear that right?

You did.

You gotta tell me these things so I can
alter this bad boy.

And this is a Christmas party coming.

The cater that Vanessa suggested is
great, and I'm going over desserts with

later, so it's good.

It's going well.

Oh, okay.

What? So it's affirmative.

Your crush.

Stop. Sorry, buddy. I'd recognize that
look anywhere.

Not that you've let yourself go there in
way too long. This isn't about me.

Actually, it is.

So how much decorating are we talking
about?

Look, I'm just helping out, okay?

But there will be no changes to your
precious schedule.

You're sure?

Just an extra body, okay? Okay.

The board remains intact.

I wouldn't dare touch it.

I don't know whether to be impressed

or take this as a challenge.

What do you think?

Well, that depends.

What's going on in there?

Well, everything with a green tag goes
to Legacy.

Everything in red is to donate, blue to
toss, and I've started a separate pile

for Isla to look at.

Mr. Hawthorne's daughter, it's just a
few of the more personal items.

You got through an entire room this
morning?

Yep. And I took a picture of everything
to upload to the auction site.

You won't change your schedule.

I'll change mine.

Oh, now see, that sounds like a
challenge.

Well, I thought it might free up some
time this afternoon for us to decorate.

Maybe 2 .30?

Done.

Well, look at us.

Oh, careful.

We haven't started yet.

I didn't think that thing still

worked.

I'm sorry. I thought you were still out.

I so admired your daughter growing up.

She's beyond talented. You must be so
proud.

I am.

And those are all the press clippings
about her?

They are.

I remember when my mom told me about her
playing Carnegie Hall.

Two encores. Standing ovation.

That was the last performance my wife
was able to attend.

I've... I've started a...

in the dining room things for Isla to
look at when she comes home for

she's not coming home oh I'm sorry to
hear

that I'll let you get back to your work

Be honest. Do you think it was something
I said?

Well, I'm sure you didn't say anything
wrong.

Actually, I take that back.

Kidding.

Did you put that random bow there?

Maybe. No.

Just no.

I just don't get why his own daughter
wouldn't come home for Christmas.

Especially since it's their last one
here.

Well, I'm sure it's complicated.

I don't know. The thought of anyone
being lonely at the holidays doesn't fit

right.

Yeah, I get that.

You do?

Everyone has a story, Gwen.

But not always one they want to share.

So it's your company's party, but you've
invited all the veterans in town.

Yeah, Reed started it a couple years
ago.

And now you're in charge.

Yes, and my reputation's on the line,
which is why I'm really upping our food

game this year.

You're a real foodie, huh? I just think
food is one of the great joys in life,

and we should all try and experience as
much joy as we can while we can.

Good company, good food. It's all you
really need, right? Yeah.

Yeah, maybe a little travel thrown in
for good measure.

I haven't had the chance for that yet,
but, I mean, I'd love to.

I started working when I was 16.

I joined the Army young, too.

But you got to travel a lot?

Not as much as I would have liked. I was
quartermaster in Afghanistan, and I

went out on a supply run.

An RPG overturned my transport and
crushed my L4, so travel plans were

postponed.

I came home to Windale and a year later
met Reed at the VA, and like so many, we

needed a do -over.

So let's get to the good stuff.

Yuletide first, right?

It's just a plain latte.

I wanted to make sure you were paying
attention.

Why does it look like you were done for
the day and it was only 8 o 'clock?

Well, I've been here for a couple of
hours.

Gotta roll with it when the work calls,
right?

Or you could just stick to the schedule
to get it done. I knew you'd say that.

Which is why I got through the second
story so your guys can work up there

we wait for it.

Go get some trees.

Christmas trees? You have heard of
those.

Don't we have enough to work with
already?

Not if we really want to show the place
off properly.

I mean, they always had two...

Gorgeous trees right in the foyer. And
you, Reed, have the truck to go get

trees. Oh, so you need me.

Is that what you're saying? Because I
kind of think that's what I'm hearing.

I need your truck.

Well, I need it back by 11.

Come on.

Let's go on the clock.

Fine. Looks like we're getting some
Christmas trees.

We're driving.

Okay.

Ready?

Uh, what about that one?

Uh, too short.

Okay.

This one?

No, that's too spindly.

Wow, you are one tough customer.

It's not called having an eye for
quality.

Okay, fine, we'll keep looking.

What kind of tree did you have growing
up?

Um, well, I don't know.

Kind of just, um, dependent on the year.

Like, um, what was available or what
your parents wanted?

My mom was never really in the picture.

And my dad...

Passed away from cancer while I was
serving.

And I'm an only child, so holidays are
always a little... different.

I'm so sorry.

It's okay.

It's just been a while.

But I made a lot of great family in the
Air Force.

It took me a minute to get my bearings
when I got out.

But then I offered to professionally
clean a friend's small business.

I grabbed a couple of buddies from the
VA.

And it went well.

And I figured we could go bigger.

And that's when I landed the Portman
Hotel liquidation.

Wait, so our first job together? It was
my first real professional gig. And in

my defense, I'd just gotten out of the
military, so I might have been a

little... Rigid?

For focus.

Oh, focus.

But having a purpose helped me.

And then Mike and I teamed up and never
looked back.

I get that.

Work has helped me through some tough
times, too.

I just like that what I put into it, I
get out of it.

You know, I do my job, I work hard, and
I have something to show for it. It's

reliable.

It makes that unpredictable thing a
little easier to handle.

What about these two?

I mean, they look pretty good to me.

Well, I mean, they're the right height
for the foyer, and... I mean, they smell

great.

We'll take these two.

Okay.

This is the last of it.

Perfect. Could you pass me the star tree
topper?

I haven't finished researching it yet,
but it's those kinds of unique finds

make our auction a true destination.

Thanks. Do you find it difficult to
stage and sell at the same time?

No. I just photograph everything that's
worth anything and upload it to the

auction site as I go. And then when the
auction's over and the house sells, I'll

pack it up, ship it off to its new
owner.

Easy. It seems very businesslike.

Why do you say that like it's a bad
thing?

No, I'm sorry. It's just... I think that
I would find it hard to sell family

heirlooms.

Well, I guess I try not to get attached
to things in general.

It's easier.

I have to say, though, I am surprised.

By what?

I did not have you pegged as a closet
sentimentalist.

Oh, we are all about tradition.

You'd be surprised how sentimental a lot
of military can be.

But, um, thanks.

Is that why you always wind your watch?

Do I?

Just my grandfather's.

And then my father's.

Must be very special to you.

Yeah, you can say that.

I think I'm afraid that if I forget to
wind it one day, that it's just going to

throw everything off course.

I doubt that would happen.

I should probably get this up.

Are you sure you're not too tired to be
up there? You've been here since. Sam?

I'm good.

Okay.

Ready to light it up? Yeah.

At this rate, I think you're going to
need a bigger space for your oxygen.

Last box.

Sorry, I'm still dozed off.

That's it for today.

Only three to go.

I can't believe it.

Thank you for everything.

Are you heading out?

I've still got one more room I want to
get through, so... It's late.

It's four.

Yeah, but you need to go home and relax.
You've been going nonstop.

Yeah, but this is it, right? This is
the...

I'm all pushed.

Can't miss anything, especially if I
want to pull this off.

Just make sure you don't push so hard
that you miss all the good stuff.

The work will always be there.

I'll head home soon.

Promise.

Why don't we meet a little later
tomorrow?

Later? Yeah, like 9 .30 or 10.

Look at you.

Okay, until when?

I don't know.

Until we're done, I guess.

Okay. No, that is way too relaxed.

All the hard outs are really for my guys
at the holidays.

Don't get used to it.

I won't.

See you at 9 .30.

Douglas Fir.

That was my dad's favorite.

It has been so long since we'd had a
tree in this room.

It's just gorgeous. Thank you.

I was actually just coming to find you.

What's this?

Carol's cookbook.

I have been looking for this for years.

I found it upstairs.

Alan packed up all of Carol's things
when she passed away.

Gingerbread.

It was Isla's favorite.

Well, actually, everyone's. I know it
was mine.

I hope you don't mind my asking, but why
is she not coming home

for Christmas?

Mr. Hawthorne mentioned.

He and Isla haven't really spoken for
two years.

When Harold passed away, Isla focused on
celebrating her mother's life.

Alan almost became immobile with grief.

You know how it goes.

No two people mourn alike.

Of course.

After the funeral, Isla returned to
performing.

And she would always write letters to
Alan and filling him in with all of her

adventures. And she included loving
memories of her mother.

Alan just... Couldn't bear to read
those, much less write back.

After a year or so, Isla stopped trying.

I'm sorry to hear that. I worry for
Alan.

I'm sure he'll reach out if he needs to.

Yes, I suppose.

So you got two trees, decorated them.

Cleared four rooms and appraised... A
lot of amazing stuff.

And you still had time to stop by?

I told you I can do it all. I know you
can, sweetheart.

Just wish you didn't always have to.
It's a lot.

Actually, Reed's been really helpful.

Reed? As in the Reed you didn't want to
work with again?

Said he was a little too... Stuck in his
ways.

I know, but... I was wrong.

And... Actually, that was his first big
job, so... What's this about Ricky?

Nothing, Dad.

I think she might like him. What? Mom,
why would you say that?

Because you turned away when I asked you
about him. Well, I don't.

I mean, even if I did, it's not like he
likes me, so... Oh, that.

Right there, that's the problem.

You're worrying about what's going to
come back to you before you even figure

out how you feel. I mean, just do what's
in your heart.

It's all that matters.

How's dinner, Linda?

Smells great, Dad.

Well, it's too bad you can't stay.

No, don't worry. I know. You've got
work.

Yeah.

But, um, you know, work will be there
later.

Wait, so you are staying?

I just... All right.

I really need your faces.

I love you.

I love you more.

We have so many great items.

We might need a bigger space.

It's insane.

We are fully booked with five times as
many online.

I am... Wow.

I mean, I just need a couple more big
ticket items and then... What?

Nothing.

Sienna?

Okay, something.

Graham at lunch with the CEO of Davro.

When? Yesterday. Sorry, I should have
told you sooner.

It's just there's nothing to say except
I'm going to need to help my game.

Yeah.

So I know you're probably slammed, but
I'm just going to throw it out there

anyway.

Our holiday party is tonight, and I...

I think that there should be a lot of
ugly sweaters and bad ties, and it could

be a lot of fun.

It does sound fun, but... Too much to
do?

At this point, I mean, it might all be
moon.

Okay, one business owner to the next.

What's your drive?

To own my own company?

I guess I always just felt like the
smartest thing I could do was to become

independent as possible.

Have you always felt like that?

Probably. Being left at the altar didn't
help, but...

Oh, you're serious?

Yeah, but it's fine. It was a long time
ago. It wasn't right. We were young.

It still leaves a mark, though.

I get that.

Um, I should take this.

I'm going to go check on my guys
downstairs.

Hey, Sienna, what's up? Hey, just some
intel for you.

Graham gave the Davro guys a sneak peek
at the full catalog, and they're really

impressed. They've reviewed past
auctions and their valuations, and they

Legacy is really making its mark this
year.

Well, let's just hope it's not all for
their benefit.

Agreed.

Did you get the provenance for the Star
Tree Topper so I can finish the

description and upload?

Graham would love to feature it at the
auction.

I haven't yet, but I will go ask right
now.

Thank you, Sienna.

Bye. Bye.

Mr. Hawthorne, I'm sorry to bother you.

No, please, come in and sit and call me
Alan.

I know you gave me carte blanche to sell
everything, but there's one thing that

I want to run by you.

I bought this for Carol on her
honeymoon.

A few dollars in a second -hand shop in
Bruges.

Wow.

I'm still running the comps, but it does
appear that it's quite valuable.

Well, we obviously didn't realize.

She just loved the way the light
reflected from it.

Well, there were only 30 ever produced,
and there's even fewer still around.

So if you want to auction it off for one
of the charities you're supporting,

that's lovely. But I thought maybe you
might want to keep it.

Sell it.

Are you sure?

And don't just remind me of what I've
lost.

Now, I heard you have a pretty big work
goal to meet.

Every penny counts.

What are you still doing here?

You should have been home hours ago.

I just had a few things to get done.

We can't have an auction without a mid
-century fondue set or a signed

which is arriving Monday.

Sienna, I didn't want you to have to do
all this.

I know. I don't know what I'd do without
you.

Well, let's hope we never have to find
out.

Maybe this will help us get what we
want.

Oh, I saw the pictures, but wow.

It's going to sell in a hot minute.

Graham will be so glad you brought it
in.

You're not going to stay late, are you?

No.

Thanks to you doing my to -do list.

Do you have any interest in going to a
holiday party?

You're going to have to try one of her
new locks.

They're so festive.

I'll find you later, okay?

Hey, I can't believe you made it.

Well, the flyer was awfully enticing.

Yeah, it was, wasn't it?

And everyone loves a place to go at
Christmas.

Especially given how awesome this place
is.

Plus, I had to support my best friend,
right?

Right.

You hungry?

Yeah, I'm starving.

Me too.

I'm putting my things up.

I've never seen so many smiles coming
from one coffee cart.

I've never seen a better snowman pie.

I think your selections helped.

Although, I saw an unfamiliar green one
floating around.

You mean my mistletoe mint latte?

Did I try that?

No, but you can try this one.

This is fancy.

Little things, right?

So, what do I do with this?

Well, it's not edible, so... For

the record, this is definitely my
favorite one.

Glad to hear it.

Well, that is one sweet dinner.

What can I say? I'm a sucker for
snowballs.

What are they? You don't know what
snowballs are?

Okay, next you're going to tell me
you've never been to the Christmas

in town.

What? No, okay? We have to go. It's so
fun.

I mean, you should go.

For sure.

Even if I'm not there.

Hey, Reed.

Hey, you must be Melissa. Nice to meet
you.

I heard you were in Boston?

Uh, Tucker?

This is Quinn.

Hi. We're working together.

Melissa and I actually broke up earlier
this year. Oh, I'm sorry.

One of the guys mentioned... I just
assumed... Never mind.

It's fine.

Well, it was very nice to meet you,
Gwen.

You too.

Merry Christmas.

So, Melissa, is she from here?

No. We served together overseas and then
moved here.

I don't mean to pry, but what happened?

Well, the plan was to...

Put down roots and start a family.
That's why we both decided not to

She had second thoughts about kids, and
I've always wanted a family, so...

It was all on track until it wasn't.

I'm sorry.

No, it's okay.

She got a great job in tech, and...

I met Mike at the VA here, which led to
Dirt Force One. And I believe we might

be expanding to a second office out
west.

Is that what you want to do?

If the VA in San Diego ever approves our
space there, we'd like to work in

conjunction. I can't believe you're here
and you haven't said hi.

Hi. Oh, you've got to see the cute setup
inside.

I'll be right there.

Actually, no.

Probably. Go. Enjoy it.

Okay.

Tomorrow's our last day.

You ready?

I'll wait.

Hey, Quinn.

I'm glad you came.

Me too.

Ah,

looks like I just missed you. I missed
you.

At least you didn't double up.

Thank you.

So, uh, what do you think?

Final day.

Well, I think you and this house both
deserve a little Christmas luck.

Let's do this.

Hey, this latte is pretty good with
this.

Huh, who knew?

Um, Vanessa and Mike?

Sure.

They make a pretty good pair, too.

Yeah, now I get his new coffee habit.

Excited for tomorrow?

Actually, I don't know what I am.

You know, usually it's just the auction,
and it's great. Everyone gets a one -of

-a -kind gift that means something.

This here feels bigger.

Well, you've done everything you can.

You should be proud either way.

You're going to be there, right?

Yeah. Where else am I going to get my
antique linens?

Very funny.

Miss Boxton, may I take you to the mail?

Yes, thank you.

I want to thank you for taking on the
decorating.

The broker stopped by this morning. He
took lots of pictures.

He seems very optimistic.

Carol would have loved everything you've
done here.

It's my genuine pleasure.

I'm going to leave this here for you to
take a look at.

Merry Christmas, Alan.

Merry Christmas.

Can I finally help you with that?
There's nothing in it. It's just one

Can I take it?

Fine. Thank you.

Oh, hey!

You are nuts.

So you ready?

Ready for what?

I thought we were done here.

Fire pits.

Oh. Are we going?

We could.

Or you could.

At some point, if that sounded fun to
you, or not.

It's just, tonight they're making
s'mores men, or as I like to call them,

s'mores people.

Which is less catchy.

I'm going.

Well, we did just finish a massive job
that deserves celebrating.

And with you heading off to
California... Well, we're still playing

Either way, it would be a shame to miss
this Christmas tradition.

Military men being sentimental
traditions and all.

See, you got my six.

So there's a different pop -up every
night?

Yep. Wreath -making, ornaments, this. We
do it every day in the week leading up

until Christmas.

I used to come when I was little.

So I guess they didn't call them pop
-ups then.

So it looks like we came on a good
night.

Oh. Uh, so how's this work?

Everybody just makes their own personal
s'mores, people?

What? Pay attention.

Yeah. So you can decorate it with
whatever candy you get. Some people like

work as a team to make the biggest one
they possibly can, but I prefer to fly

solo.

What? I've seen that face before.

Nothing. Just think you might be missing
out.

Oh, yeah?

On what?

A masterpiece.

Made out of marshmallow?

Maybe.

But if we never team up, we'll never
know.

Well, I guess we better fill up these
trays.

I'll do that.

Yeah, my, uh...

Dad and I used to compete.

To see who could roast their marshmallow
the longest?

That sounds easy.

Without it falling in the fire.

Oh, gosh.

Never ended well for me.

I think this is so cool that they do
this every year. Yeah.

I think it's one of the things I missed
the most when I was overseas.

Where were you?

London.

Had a job at a big fancy auction house.

Sort of that... Davro of London.

My ex -fiancé was in foreign finance, so
he traveled a lot.

I went with him when I could, but London
was a good middle ground.

What brought you back?

When things didn't work out.

The only place I wanted to be was home.

But it was in that moment that I was
reminded what really matters.

Friends? Family?

The people that you love.

And the ones who love you back.

You might be more sentimental than you
think.

Maybe about something.

I'm glad we're doing this.

It's worth it, right?

I told you I wouldn't lead you astray.

We're meant together.

Me too.

And when this auction is over, we could
do more of it.

Hanging out?

I'd like that.

We're done.

No, you know what this needs?

This needs sprinkled.

No, it's already going to be impossible
to eat. Do not underestimate the power

of the s'mores person.

Okay, but if I get marshmallow on a
jacket, I'm going to use the dry

valve. Roger that.

I know you bring your own usually, but I
couldn't resist your new latte.

Thanks.

So have you officially asked this girl
out on a date yet?

I've got a plan that I feel pretty good
about, so I'm working on it.

How was last night?

Oh, fun.

Oh, it was a little messy, but it was a
lot more fun than I thought it was going

to be.

I thought it was just for kids.

Or maybe it was the company that made it
so great.

They want to go over the proposal at
three.

Brendan and the regional director?

That's great.

Pacific time.

Oh.

So, uh, I'll just meet you at the
auction then.

I should still be able to make it on
time, but... What? Like, this is good.

You want it to have this wrapped up by
the end of the year.

Yeah.

Yeah.

That was the idea.

I can't believe I'll be ringing my last
bell.

But you certainly made this an
impressive auction to go on.

I think it's going to get pretty heated
in here.

I'm counting on it.

If you'll excuse me.

Let me guess.

Savro.

Excuse me.

He would have been here earlier, but
your father couldn't find his Christmas

tie.

Definitely.

I cannot wait to get shopping.

Grab a seat.

Oh, what's the best deal to get for my
mom?

Well, there's a great crystal decanter.
It's not an heirloom, but it's really

good repro. It's beautiful.

Should go for around 50 bucks.

Do you see Reed?

No, but Mike will be here soon, so I'm
sure he will too.

Okay. Why?

Are you anxious to see him?

Maybe.

And make sure he knows that.

Okay, everyone, if you'll find your
seats, our holiday bidding is about to

begin.

First up, an item I know everyone's
talking about, an antique violin from

Cremona, Italy.

There are reports dating back to 1914
that it lays itself on Christmas Eve.

There it is. Okay, going to $6 ,000. $6
,000?

Yes, that's $6 ,000. Going once, going
twice, and this rare beauty

is sold at $6 ,000.

And now, our final item.

What everyone's been eagerly waiting for
today, the crown jewel of the Hawthorne

House collection, a rare and stunning
Belgian glass star.

The vintage hand -polished glass
reflects the light in a uniquely golden

From 1723, this delicate and dazzling
Christmas centerpiece is in pristine

condition. So, let's start the bidding,
ladies and gentlemen. The bid opens at

$10 ,000.

$10 ,000.

Excellent. Can I get $12 ,500? $12 ,500,
anyone?

Nearly 300 years old. Did Mr. Hawthorne
really find that for his wife for a few

dollars?

Yeah.

Like a story on Antiques Roadshow.

How lucky were they to find something so
rare?

Incredibly.

$17 ,500, taking it to $20 ,000.

$20 ,000?

Do I hear $20 ,000?

Wait, stop.

I'm sorry to do this at the last minute,
but this item is no longer for sale.

I'm pulling it from the auction.

You did great, sweetheart.

We'll talk tomorrow.

Yeah.

Can we talk?

No one expected that finale.

I just knew that Alan would regret it
one day.

Well, it wasn't the most professional
move, especially if you want to stay on.

But the auction was still a great
success.

Gwen, even if you'd sold the star and
gotten the sizable commission that we

expecting, I don't think you can compete
with Davro's offer.

Not at this point.

But I did talk to them about keeping
you. In a senior role, of course.

Despite that finale.

They agree that you'd be an amazing
asset if you want to stay.

Just think about it.

Of course.

Hey, sorry I was late.

You okay?

Is this about the tree topper?

I just couldn't sell it.

Didn't feel right.

Turns out it wouldn't have made a
difference anyway, so... I'm sorry to

that.

You should be proud.

I'm glad you made it.

Oh, I would have been here sooner, but
my phone call with San Diego ran long.

We finally connected.

Yeah. We got the approval for our office
space and the VA building there.

That's great news, right?

They want me out there.

By the first.

So... So you're moving.

Congratulations.

Thank you.

It's just these last few weeks.

I guess I'm a little more attached to
the town than I thought.

Well, I'm sure you'll love it.

You'll be helping more vets.

It's California.

It'll be great. It's everything you've
worked towards, right?

Yeah, I guess.

Well, I should get back to it.

Right.

Of course.

Hey, bye.

Glenn?

I'm sorry.

If you have a minute, there's someone
here to see you. Oh.

I hear the auction went well.

And Doris told me about you wanting to
buy out the business.

I hope that worked out.

No, but it was always a long shot.

But the auction did go well, so... I

know you told me to sell it.

And a few weeks ago, I would have been
happy to.

But there are some things worth holding
on to.

And wherever you go, the light that
Carol loved so much should always

you.

I think Isla might want it.

I know I would if you and Mrs. Hawthorne
were my parents.

Like, I'll want the snowflake light that
my dad refuses to replace.

Because it will always feel like our
Christmas.

It'll remind me of my parents' love.

It's never too late to reach out.

I think that's the last thing she wants
at this point.

You know, there are some things worth
holding on to.

go of just do what's in your heart

can't worry about the rest

Hear,

Lila. I don't know where to start.

Except to say I'm sorry.

Whatever is happening in California does
not need to be attended to on Christmas

Eve. I feel the same way.

That's why I just wanted to bring you
these.

These from Vanessa?

Just some gingerbread cookies that we
made together.

Okay, that's pretty adorable.

You know, there's enough in there for
two if you wanted to share with a

someone.

It's cute.

But I see what you're doing.

What's the point?

The pain we're stationed.

The whole point of this is to help vets
adjust back to civilian life.

That includes you, Reed.

I'm going to meet Vanessa.

Don't stay too long.

I forgot to wind it.

Mike.

Wait up.

I still got the package.

And your letter?

On Mom's stationery, too.

I caught the first flight I could, so...
I'm sorry, sweetheart.

It's just things have been so... I know,
Dad.

I know.

I'm so glad you came home for Christmas.

Linda, Gwen, get ready.

Okay.

So, can we get a smile out of you for
our family photo?

It's going on the wall no matter what,
so you better smile.

Okay, okay.

We are ready.

Well, it's official. I am overstuffed.

It's all so good.

I'll call you when I wake up.

Bye, Annie.

Merry Christmas Eve.

Thanks.

Is there any chance you could swing by?

Alan needs to talk to you. It's
important.

Sure, I'll be right over.

Merry Christmas, Gwen.

Merry Christmas, Alan.

At least. Come in. Come in.

Hi.

You were the little girl Mom always used
to sneak extra gingerbread to.

It's so nice to officially meet you. You
too.

Merry Christmas.

And we're all here.

What is everyone?

The last Hawthorne House Christmas.

We need to just end it off right.

All together.

I am so happy for you.

For both of you.

I haven't been this happy for so long.

Thank you for showing me what I've been
missing.

You're welcome, though I'm not sure I
did much.

Oh, I'm sure you always do more than you
think.

All this decorating helped us find the
perfect buyer, a young family that wants

to keep the traditions alive.

Really?

I love that.

Me too.

I also love a hard worker, which is why
I believe that you deserve a fair shot.

What are you talking about? Is it too
early to ask for a promotion, boss?

Alan, you didn't. Outbid the
competition.

I'm moving closer to Isla, so I'll just
be a silent partner.

Now, you clearly care about your work
and about your community.

That's the kind of person that I need to
invest in.

So, congratulations.

The keys to a legacy.

I don't know what to say.

Thank you.

Merry Christmas.

believe this calls for a toast.

Here's to the unexpected joys of
Christmas and sharing its lights with

love.

And if anyone would like to follow me
into the dining room for some

you really do all this?

Well, admittedly, I didn't ask Alan to
invest in Legacy. That was all him.

But I might have suggested he host this
little party and end with Mike and

Vanessa out.

Why?

Because I know it would make you happy.

I know you're moving, and I get it.

I know this wasn't what you imagined
when you came here.

As much as I don't like the fact that
you're leaving, I just want you to

know that I think you're really great.

And I know it can't be anything, but I
just wanted you to know that because I

definitely didn't think that when you
and I first met.

Not at all.

So, I do.

Okay. Okay.

I'm still going to take that as a
compliment.

I think you're pretty great, too.

And I have to admit, I am excited to see

how the Hawthorne tradition changes next
year.

Next year?

Are you not?

What about your plan to expand?

Oh, it's still happening.

I just realized I needed to change my
approach.

Wait, you?

And I already found the best person to
go in my place.

Mike's going to California.

He's always wanted a station vacation.

And if I'm not mistaken, I believe that
Vanessa is going to take a little

vacation too.

Maybe try out some new pastry vendors.

I don't know.

See where it goes from there.

Are you sure this is what you want?

I have been searching for a place to
call home for such a long time.

You made me realize that I'm already
here.

And a place that I love.

That's priceless.

Are you sure?

I'm pretty sure I can put a number on
that.

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