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I gotta say, this is an amazing turn -up for your Christmas toy drive.

Wow, congratulations.

Well, it is Christmas.

It's a time for giving.

Great, don't you agree? How do you ever book us a mansion?

I told them our paper would write an article on its history.

Clever girl.

As your editor, I demand you to take a break and enjoy the party.

Thank you. I will, as soon as the kids get the gifts and before the eggnog

in.

Have you talked to Eddie?

No, he's late, as usual.

Why?

What secret are you hiding?

I thought you were an art director, not a journalist.

Oh. Okay, one hint.

Future.

Really?

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Great party. Very festive.

Is this all you?

Thank you. And yes, I'm pretty much the Christmas expert.

More like Christmas queen. One of your many talents.

Have a Christmas surprise.

Yeah.

I got in.

Speos in Paris. The master's program?

They finally accepted me. I start in January.

Wow.

It's so... It's great.

It's a great license.

When did you find out?

Today. Phil knows because they called him as a referee.

You inspired me to chase my dream.

This is big for us. Real game changer.

Yeah, it is.

Merry Christmas, everyone. I just want to make a quick announcement.

Speus, that prestigious photography school, thinks that my best bud, Eddie

Chapman, has talent and has invited him into their master's program.

Congrats.

Why'd you leave?

You're better at parties.

I need a smear.

What's wrong?

Nothing.

I'm just tired.

Tell me that again.

I'm missing you already.

If you don't want me to go to Paris, I won't. No.

I want you to follow your dreams.

You deserve this.

And this is an opportunity of a lifetime.

Just wasn't expecting it.

I love you.

And a part of loving someone is letting them go.

I'm not letting go.

Paris is one year. You have one more year at NYU.

Then we'll start our life together.

That's my plan.

Since when do you plan?

My dream, then.

I'll be back before you know it.

How can you be so sure? What if Paris sweeps your heart away?

Impossible.

You have my heart.

Promise?

Forever.

Forever?

I like that.

That is so great. Oh, leave it. I find it inspiring, especially when doing a

Christmas campaign.

Okay, so photos 9 and 12 go to print and photos 11 to 18 digital.

And use the filter from 15 on all of them because Christmas is supposed to be

soft, not blinding.

Okay, got it.

And the text?

Instead of so much holiday fun, no much holiday fun. Under the logo in that

curly font that you like.

I need you to send me proof ASAP and make sure that Claudia gets a copy.

Subtle hint to the boss that you want a partnership for Christmas?

Keeping her in the loop.

And a gentle reminder that I am the most loyal and best art director she has.

You are the Christmas queen.

Everything okay?

Yes. Someone used to call me that in college.

You're blushing.

It must be a good story.

No, it is hardly worth telling.

Okay, graphics, and I will meet you in the conference room.

Is everything okay?

Bree, I need your Christmas magic on a new project.

That sounds urgent.

Modern Era Bridal needs an emergency reshoot on their upcoming Christmas

digital cover story.

What happened?

The marketing team they hired was a disaster.

They've decided to cut their losses, get a hold of someone who can pull off a

fabulous shoot in a very short time frame, and your name came up.

Well, I'm...

I'm flattered, but weddings?

Not really my thing.

But you know Christmas and how to capture it.

That's true, but... Then it's settled. I'll close the deal.

They want a full launch Christmas Day.

Christmas?

That's like less than three weeks away.

A shoot like this takes at least a month. That's why it's called an

reshoot. They've already started teasing this campaign. I mean, the show must go

on. Christmas is the number one day for marriage proposals.

Exactly. And when all those excited brides -to -be start planning their

nuptials, modern era bridal wants to be the one setting the trends.

I do love trend setting.

And it's not an actual wedding. It's one that just happens to look amazing on

camera. Yes. With all the things people need to pull off a merry matrimony.

Feel free to use that.

gonna need a really great photographer done you'll be working with eddie

whoa he's like a huge fashion photographer i mean his photo blog of

portraits is all the rage on tumblr and instagram he's flying in from paris just

for this we're very lucky okay well if you've touched the rage

why is he flying all the way here to do a christmas shoot for us A favor to

Isabella Elias, the new CEO of Modern Era Bridal. Word on the social scene is

they're very close.

Mr. Chapman will be here to meet the team tomorrow.

If we pull this off, Isabella Elias has agreed to give us an exclusive contract

with all access to Elias. No, I got it. I can see the big picture.

Good. Then I'll have no trouble convincing the board to give you that

partnership you've been not so subtly hinting at.

Thank you.

Okay. We'll get to work.

All right, family. Hit it.

Season has officially begun.

Bree, Christmas is happening in the living room, not on the phone.

Sorry, I'm done. It's so important, and I have so much to do before meeting with

the photographer.

Oh, you mean Eddie.

It's not like the two of you are strangers.

Dad, I haven't seen him in seven years.

We might as well be. Be careful, honey. Old flames can reignite very easily.

No, him and I would have never lasted.

He's too carefree. I need structure and stability.

I'm so glad to hear you say that.

Do you remember Jared Galligan? His family used to live down the street from

when you were young.

Hear me out.

I ran into him last week.

He is a handsome man now.

Very smart.

Good, stable job.

Anyway, I told him you were single and looking and... Well, it's officially my

nightmare before Christmas.

Give him a chance.

Life is about balance, and it's time you added some love.

Morning. Your mom called. She said it's my responsibility to make sure that

you're out by five.

She's adamant about this one.

Don't you dare make Jared wait. He's a nice boy. I mean it, Bree.

Want to keep this? Nope. Message receipt.

My mom is trying to get me a fiancé for Christmas.

Here I am asking my mom for a coffee maker.

I know she means well.

Which is why I'm going to give Jared an honest chance.

Here's to mom's knowing best.

That's why you're wearing your lucky heels. I thought it was for Eddie

What are you talking about? You had an odd look on your face when his name came

up yesterday.

Sit. We have a huge suit on our hands.

Let's focus on that, shall we?

Your makeup looks different.

You contoured. You know what? I have a date after work.

Is it too much?

Okay,

right now, I need you to get me a list of the top bridal designers.

Are you done in Dropbox?

Jared is at 5 p .m. Why get so glum before 5?

What is going on with Eddie Chapman?

We dated at NYU.

And?

And he went to Paris to get his master's and I stayed in New York.

It's a typical long -distance relationship casualty.

Now he's back and you're single. As of now.

But who knows? Maybe Jared's my husband, Mr.

Right, Prince Charming.

Excluding that possibility, this could be a twist of fate, a second chance at

love. No.

Fate twisted us for good reason.

To have careers like we have, it takes a lot of time and dedication.

We would have never lasted.

True. You worked your way up from intern to partner in seven years. That's

impressive. May not have happened like that in Paris.

Because of the language barrier, not talent, of course.

The partnership is still to be determined, which is why I can't have

the office knowing about Eddie.

Especially Claudia. I don't want her to think that I would let my personal life

affect my business. It's just really unprofessional. Don't worry.

It's in the vault.

Thank you.

Where is he?

Claudia intercepted him at reception and we're supposed to meet him in the

conference room.

I thought you cared about the project, not Eddie.

That doesn't mean I can't look nice.

You do look nice.

Okay.

Three.

Good to see you.

Oh, nice to see you too.

You two know each other?

We went to college together at NYU.

Right.

We worked together before.

Student newspaper.

Bree, why didn't you say so?

I forgot.

My mind was so flooded with Christmas ideas. From table settings to

cake. She's the Christmas queen.

Is she ever? Well, with the time crunch, we need to pull off our own Christmas

miracle. And that's exactly what I'm hoping for.

Sorry I'm late.

Isabella, meet my team. Our art director, Bree Traveston. Hi.

And her assistant, Megan Hawking. How do you do?

I cannot thank you two enough for taking on this challenge.

I mean, I was beginning to think that saving this campaign would be

Well, after our shoot, every bride is going to want to have a Christmas

Good. And maybe we can fire some proposals as well.

Oh, excuse me. I have to take this. Now, I am traveling all next week, but Eddie

knows how to get a hold of me and the fact that I like to give my opinion.

And we will talk about your art show later.

I'll show you out. Thank you.

I have a few calls of my own to make.

Eddie, welcome to the team. Thank you. I'm really happy to be here. I'll check

in later.

So? So, let's get started.

Great. Thank you. I'll let them know.

Spoke to Vanguard Studios.

They've only got Wednesday, Thursday, Friday open next week.

Okay, good. Let's book them. We can definitely shoot the reception there.

Studio will be easy to light.

What about the ceremony?

I have some ideas for the locations.

Not a studio, though. Something more scenic.

So... Okay, if we shoot the wedding ceremony next week and there are no

we can get the photos uploaded to Modern Era Bridal early.

Yeah, but our deadline's the 24th.

Yeah, well, this doesn't mean you should push it to the last second.

That makes it more exciting.

No, that gives you an ulcer.

Some things never change.

No wonder you're at the top of your game.

Not that I'm surprised.

Well, you haven't done too bad for yourself either.

That sounds like you've checked in on me.

Or at least seen my work.

I read magazines.

So, classmates, huh?

I always thought it was a little bit more than that.

Look, my partnership rides on this campaign.

I want Isabella and Claudia to know how serious I am about this, and that work

is number one.

Partnership.

Great, that's great.

Congratulations.

Well, I don't have it yet.

You will.

I have faith in you.

Thanks.

So, you understand why the past has got to stay in the past, right?

Right.

Can't change that.

Okay, good.

So, these are some of the locations.

I'm leaning towards the diamond fort.

What do you think?

Weddings aren't really my thing, so whatever you think is romantic and

will make it beautiful.

Yeah, I guess it's all riding on availability.

Without that, you can't really commit.

Yeah, but sometimes you need to visit the location.

Let them know you're serious about shooting there.

Yeah, but if a location has a verbal agreement, and then all of a sudden just

changes their mind...

They can't expect a production just to change the entire concept just like

Location should be considerate.

Everything okay?

Wonderful. Great.

Bree, it's five o 'clock.

Thanks. It's him.

Oh, it's five o 'clock.

I totally forgot. I gotta go.

Why?

I have a date.

A meeting. I mean, it's a date that's... A meeting that's a dinner date.

Well, you have fun?

And see you later tomorrow.

How's it going, for real?

Weird, seeing him again.

But it's complicated and I'm really late, so call me if you need anything.

Gorgeous. Yeah.

I would have got roses, but your mom said that you really love Christmas,

Oh, they're so thoughtful. Thank you.

Yeah? Oh, I just... I can't get over how great you look.

Oh, thank you. I mean, it's kind of crazy. Last time I saw you, you were

a superhero swimsuit and...

laughing your way down a slip and slide. I had a superhero swimsuit.

Oh, yeah, yeah.

Pretty much made you the coolest.

Can't believe you remember that.

Yeah, well, I'm a sponge for detail, you know. Comes in handy as a pharmacist.

That's an interesting job.

It can be. Nothing too exciting, but great job security.

Unless I mix something up.

Which I don't do, because... You're a sponge for detail.

Exactly.

I'm starving. Should we order?

Yeah, of course.

Hot chocolate, please.

Bill?

Eddie.

Hey, man.

I can't believe it's been like seven years.

Something you want to tell me?

For the kids still working on my neighborhood.

Thank you.

Something you want to tell me?

For work.

Oh, right. How's Bree?

I mean, how's work?

It's good. So is she.

That's it?

Did you talk?

We're planning a wedding.

For Isabella's magazine.

I don't know.

I mean, I don't like adventure, but it's crazy mixing professional and personal

lives.

Bree is on a date as we speak.

So, it's all professional.

She made that crystal clear.

So what now?

This wedding shoot could get free of partnership.

Isabella's sales will skyrocket.

Yeah, but what about you?

I'm on my show in New York at Christmas.

Nothing better than that.

Well, here's to having you home for the holidays.

Cheers. It's about time.

So, your Christmas wedding, you're going to have Santa Claus, Christmas trees?

Christmas trees, yes. Santa Claus, no.

Why no Santa?

Because he's a larger -than -life character.

He'll totally upstairs the bride.

Maybe. Or what if he brings the bride and groom together, you know? True love

for Christmas.

Yeah, I don't think so. That's a tall order.

Do you, uh, you date a lot?

Uh, every now and then.

You?

For a while there, I was doing the online thing. You know, a lot of first

not a lot of seconds. And then I thought, you know what?

Enough's enough. I'm gonna let fate handle it.

That's when I met your mom.

So, point for fate.

You don't believe in fate?

I believe that we make things happen ourselves.

Okay.

So, what do you do for fun, besides work?

I love work.

I mean, my mom is trying to get me to have a little bit more of a balance.

How's that going for you?

I'm learning.

You know, but at work, at least I feel like I'm in control.

Love is risky.

You break your heart, you're never the same.

Well, yeah, I mean, nobody wants to get hurt, but the wound is where the light

gets in.

Very true.

Cheers. Yeah.

Hey, Mom.

Hey, honey.

How'd it go with Jared tonight?

Angel didn't sing, if that's what you're asking.

Are you going to see him again?

I am so busy with work right now, and my schedule is crazy.

Free? You have to make room for love.

I'm trying, but with Jared, I feel like I'm going to have to try too hard.

Give Jared a chance.

He seems to be very interested in you.

Mom, I'm not just going to like a guy because he likes me. I'm not telling you

to, but it's a good starting point.

Yeah, I guess.

Is this because Eddie's back in the picture?

Eddie is not back in any kind of picture. I don't know what you're

about.

Uh, anyway, I gotta get to bed.

Sweet dreams. I love you, too.

Uh, lastly, have you checked on the Davenport? I really need to lock it

Okay,

yeah, thank you.

Call me if you need me. Oh, meet me.

Sorry, Santa.

Brie!

Phil?

are you?

Wow, you're Santa.

Well, one month out of the year.

And the other 11?

I work for them.

The Children's Charity House.

Wow, you really do throw out the pain of the world.

By marriage at least. Mythic clause.

My wife Julie and I.

Yeah, we started this a few years ago.

Having a blast. I love these kids.

Hey, you and Eddie are back together again, huh?

Working, I mean.

Yeah, how did you know?

Well, we hung out last night.

Thanks for the invite.

He told me you were busy. Look, let's rain check and you can meet Julie. I

love that. Yeah, we do shoots during the day next week, but the nights are free.

Great. I'll talk to Eddie.

He'll be like, we'll find him.

Hey.

What are you doing here?

Megan told me where you're headed. Thought maybe I could help.

I have a good eye for color.

I promise.

No poinsettia.

You could be more creative than that.

Oh, I love it.

I thought you might.

Even after all this time, I still remember Pewter. He's your favorite.

Would you like a gold star?

Still funny, too.

Good to see some things never change.

I saw Phil earlier. Did you guys hang out last night?

It was my date.

Very romantic in his suit.

How was your date meeting?

Good.

Care to elaborate?

No, not really.

Why?

Because I'm an ex -classmate.

That was a long time ago.

Yes, I understand you're over the past, so why not discuss the present?

Or we could just keep all the discussions business -related.

Fine. Fine.

Hey, what do you think about pine cones?

Those are kindle cones, and I love them.

If the fire's low, you just throw one of those on a flame and it rekindles it.

That's all it takes?

I think we could... use them in the arrangement.

Right. Brings an earthy feel.

They're also great party favors.

Okay, so we can put lights on the tree, ribbon, a star on top.

So basically a regular Christmas tree.

But I have an idea.

I want the bride and groom to put a special ornament on the tree together.

The guests can put the gifts under the tree.

Yeah.

So is this the one?

Are we committing?

Remember when I forced you to go camping in the Grand Canyon?

Okay, for starters, you didn't force me. It was cold, and we had a reservation

at a hotel.

Who needs five stars when you can have five million?

It was gorgeous.

You're always pushing me to try new things.

And you pushed me to chase my dreams.

Why didn't you call?

I thought you were mad at me.

You know, especially when you didn't show for Christmas in Paris.

You were the one who said you were coming home for Christmas.

Then I got my first gig and had to stay.

I could never get it with you.

We should answer that.

Hello?

Hey, Isabella.

How's it working with Bree?

We had fun together for a bit. It starts to feel like old times.

Then, crash and burn.

After school, I thought, if I get one big job, make a name for myself, I could

come back and sweep Bree off her feet.

We're all idealists after graduation.

And then the real world kicks in.

Christmas was always our holiday.

Is that why you came back now?

Yeah.

I guess I'm hoping Christmas will help soften any hard feelings.

I think it will.

I don't know.

I get the feeling she didn't even miss me.

Well, the first Christmas you were gone, Bree started this thing called the

Christmas Wish Tree on campus.

All the decorations were made by people missing loved ones.

She wanted a way they could send their love during the holidays.

Now, she never said anything, but I think it's because she missed you.

I promised her my heart once, and that's it.

Yeah, why?

I'm downstairs.

Downstairs? Downstairs?

Yeah. Can you buzz me up?

Um... Never mind. Someone's coming. I'll see you in a second.

Still taking work home, I see.

Oh, yeah, I'm sorry. This place is such a mess.

It's nice.

Chocolat le show.

Sounds so fancy in French.

Everything does.

I hope you don't mind me stopping by.

Claudia gave me your address.

Oh, no, of course.

Here, sit.

Make yourself at home.

Thank you for this.

About this afternoon.

You know, bringing up the past.

Yeah, I shouldn't have done that.

I hate bickering with you. It's no fun.

I agree.

So we're okay?

Yeah.

Good.

Well, I have some ideas to run by you for the shoot.

You got love.

What is that?

Your favorite.

Thank you.

Uh, so, what are your ideas?

Here.

For the reception.

Mm -hmm.

White light.

White drapes across the ceiling like a starry night sky.

I love that.

Luminaires accent each table like moonlight.

And a kind of blue glow reminiscent of light mist at the break of day.

A winter wonderland.

Romantic. Very much so.

So you think in light?

Like romance, light is more than just what you see. It's feeling.

It can be cold, hot.

Something unexpected.

Well, not everyone loves surprises.

But that's what Christmas is all about.

It's about a lot of things.

You're right.

As usual.

I just want every picture to have this intangible quality.

Almost hypnotizing, drawing you in, but you don't know why.

Makes you feel something.

Like love?

Exactly.

It's perfect for a Christmas wedding.

This is delicious.

Bye -bye.

I know we didn't end on the best of terms.

I'll take the blame on that. Don't.

Our careers took us in different directions.

For a continent.

That too.

Fine.

I'm glad our paths got to cross again.

Me too.

Isabella, I have to go.

Yeah, sure, of course.

Cheers. Thanks.

Bye.

Bye.

Have a great time.

Thanks.

Morning.

I see the decorations have arrived.

Yeah, the tree's already at the studio, so I want to get as much organized here

so that we're not in the crew's way.

We have so much to prep.

How's Isabella?

Good. I filled her in over dinner last night.

She's excited to see it come together.

Good.

I'm so happy we're doing the reception next week.

The setup is huge.

Did you lock ceremony location?

I did.

Davenport. Megan has...

All the info, and we've done a couple shoots there in the past, and they're

super easy to work with.

Perfect.

You're right.

We could finish this ahead of deadline.

That would make Isabella's Christmas.

Well, providing there's no major disaster.

People say planning a wedding's hard.

Hi.

Hey. What are you doing here?

Sorry to interrupt. I found something that might be useful for your wedding,

I thought I'd drop it off.

Thank you.

Oh, it's beautiful.

Are these the twin flames? Yeah. You were saying how you wanted the bride and

groom to hang an ornament together. I thought this might be a nice option.

Very nice.

Oh, thank you. That is so nice of you.

Oh, Jared, I'm sorry.

This is Eddie Chapman, our new photographer.

Eddie Chapman, yeah. No, I know your work. Your street portraits are my

favorite. Thank you.

Brie, you said you didn't work with any well -known photographers.

That's why I love working with Brie.

She keeps me humble.

Hey, also, I was wondering if maybe you wanted to get lunch?

I can't. Today is so crazy.

But how about a coffee break? I'll take that.

Downstairs? Yeah.

All right, I'll see you in a little bit.

Nice meeting you, Eddie.

You too.

Jared.

Where'd Brie go?

Coffee break with Jared.

That was Jared?

He's cute.

What do you have there?

Apparently, Tithon Hot Bakery is so exclusive, they'll only see couples with

short notice.

Media requires a month's notice. So, I lied and said you were engaged.

Also, you're getting married on Christmas.

Please don't be mad, but it was the only way I could get you in today.

No, great work.

It's perfect.

Appointment for Traverston?

She means Mr. and Mrs. Traverston.

Oh, you're having a Christmas wedding.

Yes. Finally, after seven years, she said yes.

I just couldn't handle any more of his begging.

Well, go ahead. Look around. I'll bring some tasting samples.

They only see engaged couples. Some men got it then.

Well, in that case, honey, I'm going to go take a look around.

Oh, Eddie, that one's perfect.

But darling, I ordered that first one.

She loves my jokes.

Care for a taste?

Yes. What?

Can you believe me?

Well, you have juvenile taste.

It's part of my charm.

Don't even think about it or you're fired.

She means the wedding's off.

You have a little bit. Oh, I do? You have a little bit of you, too.

Oh, I have something on my face?

You like?

Yes, we'll take it.

Oh, you two, you're cute.

Like George and Mary Bailey.

You want the moon?

I'll throw a lasso around it and I'll bring it on down. Just say the words.

I'll write it up. Silly boy.

Silly boy?

Silly boy.

Did you hear that? Silly boy.

Wow.

Wow. Isn't it?

Brie is the master. Where is our Christmas queen?

Hey.

Do you guys like it?

I love it.

She speaks for both of us.

Wow.

Brie, you are absolutely right.

Every bride in the world is going to want to be a Christmas bride.

I know I do.

Okay, I just need a place where I can make phone calls for about an hour, and

then you all have my undivided attention.

Follow me. There's an empty office.

Okay, we'll catch up.

Should we take some pictures?

Yeah.

I think I want a third over here.

Okay.

Okay, you guys have this. This is fantastic.

I will catch up with you later.

Why don't we try some dancing?

Think we got it?

These are better than I imagined.

Ho, ho, ho! Merry Christmas!

Phil! Hey.

Hi. Look at this winter wonderland. I feel like I should be wearing my Santa

suit. I'm so glad you could make it. We just wrapped.

Good. Do you guys want to do some dinner and then some ice skating?

I can't. What?

I've got a previous engagement.

But I came all the way down here.

New invention, Phil.

Let's call the phone.

Come on. Nobody calls anymore.

I sent a text.

I drafted a text. Close enough.

Look, whatever you got going, cancel it.

Wish I could, but I'm locked in on this one.

Next time. I promise.

Bree, you in?

I can't. I have so much work to do.

I thought you loved ice skating.

Press pause on work and go have some fun. Yeah, but we're on a deadline and

Isabella's expecting... Don't worry about Isabella.

Look, I can upload the photos and we can go over everything with a fresh eye

tomorrow.

Okay, I'm in.

Good. You deserve a break. I look forward to hearing about it tomorrow.

Here, I'll help you with your things. We'll be right back. We're sharing a

Bye.

Did you find out that Eddie's not going?

What? No.

He has a wife.

Do you think the rumors are true about him and Isabella dating?

I don't know.

Would it matter if they were?

No, I'm just curious.

That's all.

I mean, he's so affectionate with him.

They make such a beautiful couple.

The same way that you and Jared make a really beautiful couple?

Okay, that's completely different. Jared and I don't even know each other.

I wouldn't even call it dating.

Great. Do me a favor. Go have fun and enjoy the holiday season.

I haven't been ice skating in like 15 years.

Okay.

I will see you two on the ice.

Jewel, whatever happened to skate by your man?

Oh, baby, you know I love you, but I love this song more. Okay, guys, let's

You two are so cute. You're so in love.

Like we're connected.

Well, that's how it should be.

How's it going with you and Eddie?

Great.

I mean, at first I thought it was going to be a little awkward, but it's been

fun.

I know what you're thinking, but I'm not oblivious of our history.

Things are different now, and I'm up for this partnership, and I am not going to

jeopardize that.

Well, just remember, sometimes you can't stop the river.

Come on.

Hey, where are you going?

Nowhere.

I thought you had a prior engagement.

I was able to get out of it.

Gay with me?

Yeah. Hey, Chapman, you made it.

I can see why you love this tradition.

I'm so good at this.

There's something I always wondered about.

The Christmas party at NYU, when I told you about Paris, you said you thought

the surprise was something else.

What was it?

Nothing happened the way it was supposed to, right?

I guess so.

A big smile.

Oh, it's so cute. Perfect.

Okay, I think we have it.

Thanks, kids, for another great day. Thank you so much. They are adorable.

I think Isabel is going to love this one.

Guys, the Davenport just called. They have a termite problem and they're

fumigating next week.

No, we can't lose the location.

That'll set us way back.

We still have to find a bride, and set design, and Christmas Eve is less than

two weeks away.

We don't even have time for a location scout.

Did you try St. George's?

Books.

The boathouse?

Definitely books.

What about a rooftop ceremony? The city skyline has a backdrop. That's too

risky. We're going to have to redesign everything.

It's a disaster.

Hey, I have the perfect place.

The mansion where you hosted the Christmas party at NYU.

I thought they tore that down.

No, I know the new owner.

You know, I'll give him a call and see if it's available. If it is, we can

out there after we finish up here.

Okay.

But Megan, keep looking at places in case it falls through.

Of course.

It's gonna work out.

I can't believe it's still here.

The owner was so depressed that this place was going to get torn down.

He was hoping its glory would live on in our newspaper.

Oh, it's just like I remembered.

Great.

Okay, visualize hanging light, Christmas tree,

fireplace.

This is so perfect.

Thank you so much for saving the shoot.

Eddie the Elf at your service.

I'm serious.

Hey, we're a team and we're nailing this wedding.

A couple hours ago I didn't think we were, but now I do.

Isabella thinks so too.

I showed her some proofs. She is very impressed.

You may get a partnership for Christmas.

Well, what about you?

We're a team, right?

Right now?

Future is looking bright.

Okay, so I need to get some quick test shots because I need to get back and I

need to rework the setup.

Sure. Do you mind making a quick stop along the way?

Sure.

That's a pretty good shot right here.

Okay, I need a test shot.

I don't know. I think these are pretty good.

Okay.

Okay.

Does everybody call me that?

You're tall for an elf.

Well, we grow once we leave the North Pole so we can blend in and play

basketball. LeBron James?

Elf. Is your girlfriend an elf, too?

Oh, I'm a girl elf and a friend.

So girlfriend.

All right, everyone line up and we can tell Santa what we want for Christmas

this year.

Ho, ho, ho, ho.

Yep, come on up.

All right.

What would you like to ask Santa for this Christmas?

Nice. I like that.

Put it there. All right. Happy holidays.

Come on up.

Now, what would you like for Christmas?

Well, have you been a good boy?

Ho, ho, ho. So you'd like a sleigh. Well, we'll see what we can do.

As long as you're a good boy, I think you'll be just fine.

Do you want to come in and talk to Santa?

I'm scared.

You don't have to be.

Hey, can you...

Who's your friend?

This is Katie.

That's a pretty name.

Do you need toys?

I do.

Maybe I should tell you what I want, so you can make it right.

Smart girl.

All right.

All right.

Tell me, Katie, what do you want Santa to bring you for Christmas?

I will personally make sure that gets put in Santa's bag.

I'll email you the select.

Let me know how many you want to print.

Great. What do we owe you?

My treat. Merry Christmas.

Aw, thanks, man.

Hey,

have you seen Bree?

She's just in there.

"'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature

stirring, not even a mouse.

All the stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hope that St.

soon would be there."

Then what in my wandering eyes did appear?

A miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer.

A little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick.

And more rapid than eagles, his reindeer all came, as he shouted, On Dasher! And

each reindeer's name.

And so up to the housetop the reindeer soon flew, with the sleigh full of toys

and St. Nicholas too.

Down the chimney...

I think you officially achieved sainthood. Bye, Saint Nick.

Oh, Carol?

I'm so glad you guys could join us. But, sweetheart, we do have to get going.

Three young ladies are waiting for their dinner.

That's my cue.

It's good to see you guys. Let's get together again soon.

Absolutely.

I had so much fun. Who says it has to end?

It's Christmas in New York. Get crazy.

Excuse me. Could we get...

Table of two.

This is nice. Not quite what I expected.

Have you been here before?

I have, yeah.

With Jared.

Oh, Jared.

We never went on any dates anywhere this night. But, in all fairness, we were

students. It wasn't a date.

Really?

Okay, maybe it was kind of a date.

Is this a date?

Um, you tell me.

I will.

You were really great with the kids today.

I had never seen that side to you.

I love kids.

Me too.

You know, this place seems kind of stuffy. It does, doesn't it?

Unless you're going to talk.

Let's ditch this place and get some pizza.

Okay.

That was some way better idea.

Carriage.

Come on. Really?

Yes, really.

It's so icy.

Watch your step.

Hi. Hey.

Party of two?

Party of two.

Central Park, my good man.

Oh, you're just full of good ideas.

I can't wait. I'm so excited.

Ooh, 2004.

I don't know if I paid them enough.

Thank you.

Nothing. Yeah.

I love your idea. I'm crazy.

This is the first time I've done this.

Well, this is... Officially my first time on a carriage ride through New York

City eating pizza.

Good. I like sharing first with you.

And the pizza, right?

I know. New York's pizza. New York's finest.

I wouldn't go that far, but definitely better than that stuffy joint you went

with Jared.

Are you jealous?

Jared?

You so are.

Oh, please.

You are jealous.

It's okay.

It's okay.

It's just we never did anything like this.

Or... Paris?

Yeah.

Paris.

We should have.

I really should be working right now.

Remember what I said about savoring the moment?

Mm -hmm.

So just stop talking about work and savor with me.

Okay. I'm savoring it.

Feels good, right?

It's so fun. I'm so happy to play.

Me too.

Watch your step. All right.

Ta -da! Here you are, my good man.

Thank you very much. Thank you.

So, what next?

I actually have to go see my family.

We have this Christmas... Tradition.

I get it.

Well, good night.

Good night.

Eddie? I had fun today.

Me too.

There she is.

Finally. Hey. Sorry I'm late.

Hey. Your mom invited me. Hope you don't mind.

No, I mean, of course not.

The more the merrier.

Dad, can you pass me the drink? Oh, yeah.

I've never made ornaments before.

Well, you're doing a really good job.

Every year, we make these ornaments, and we put a Christmas wish on them for the

people we're missing during the holidays.

Right. So the idea is you hang the ornament, and the person receives the

Exactly.

You could have warned me about Jared.

I tried. You didn't answer.

Where were you today?

On a carriage ride.

You still have feelings for him.

That's not true.

Okay, I... I don't want to have feelings for Eddie.

I mean, he's a wild card and unpredictable.

But you still love him.

Sometimes you need a second shot to know that the love is true.

Am I crazy? No.

You're human.

I love you. I love you, too.

Do me a favor.

Let Jared down gently.

That was fun, right?

Yeah. Yeah, it was.

Look, Bree, I know that I'm not what you're looking for.

I'm sorry.

You deserve someone so special.

And she's out there looking for you, I promise.

How about you?

It's too complicated.

How so?

Have you ever liked someone and the timing has been off?

Yeah, well, the greatest love stories all have obstacles. Look at Romeo and

Juliet.

Okay, yeah, that didn't turn out so well.

But what I mean is, some stories take a little more time to unfold.

We have this history.

But I'm pretty sure he's with someone now, and she's this huge power player in

my industry, and I do not want to cross her.

I respect her.

Yeah, but I would find out for sure before I gave up.

But it could affect the shoot and my partnership.

There's no harm in seeking the truth.

Isn't love worth the risk?

Yeah, it is.

Ooh, I love this.

not wait.

Oh, not for the shoot. For me.

And at my age, I'm not fooling anyone.

Are you getting married again?

No. Second husband is a keeper.

But if I did, this would be my dress.

Move over, dresser.

Hello, hat.

What do you think?

It's definitely you.

Isabella. Isabella, what do you think?

Everything is gold. Please don't go there. Oh, no.

You know, I think that I might be a Christmas bride next year.

Have you been bit by the love bug?

Is somebody proposing?

Well, not yet, but I think now that he's back in New York, we might finally be

able to commit.

And Brie, I really think that your work has inspired him.

We were looking at the proof last night, and he started saying all the right

things.

Is this just a bridal party, or can anybody join?

Go ahead and do your job. Here.

What do you think, Eddie?

I like it.

Is that a folder of invoices for me?

Yes, plus some pictures I think you might like. Great.

Would you like to come to my exhibit?

The opening's tonight.

Yes. Yes, everyone's invited. I'm hosting at a gallery in Midtown.

Eddie's work is amazing.

It's alright. I'd love to.

Alright.

Really? Passionately.

Do you know who Eddie's talking to?

No, I didn't notice.

George McIntyre, the film director.

I love his movies. I cannot believe he's here.

We used to have Eddie introduce you.

Do you think he would? Of course he would. Yeah.

Can you ask him for me?

What? Why?

Okay. No, no, no. Because he's coming this way and you're his favorite. I'm

going to the bathroom and touch up.

You made it. I was getting worried.

I wouldn't miss it.

And you two are such an impressive crowd. I mean, Hollywood film director?

Yeah, I'm glad George made it. He flew in from London.

Well, I understand why.

The shots are so beautiful. I'm so proud of you.

So this is how you spend all of your holidays?

Every Christmas I would go someplace new.

But no matter where I went, there it was.

That Christmas energy.

There's no taping it. Which is a good thing. Because it makes the world a

place. Not so separate.

You know what I love most about your photos?

It's the joy.

Like you can feel it.

These two are strangers.

But he thought that she was shivering and put a blanket over her.

I wish I was there.

I have to go play host. Look around. I'll be back.

Oh, do you mind introducing Megan to George?

She's a huge fan.

Yeah, for sure.

Oh,

Megan is fantastic.

Megan has been instrumental in our campaign.

Hey, do you have a minute?

Yeah, sure.

I missed you last night at the party. Oh, I'm sorry. I left a little early. I

had some work to finish up.

Shoot going well?

Yeah. Hopefully the next four days run smoothly and we'll be wrapped up by the

24th. Excellent.

I spoke with Isabella last night. She showed the pictures to a focus group.

results were outstanding.

Oh, really?

That's fantastic.

Here's the best part.

She invited us to lunch with her father after the holidays.

Elias' publication?

Here we come.

We're not at the finish line yet.

But this is some of your best work.

Oh, we'll wait until you see the ceremony setting. We're shooting at this

renovated mansion. It's picturesque. The exteriors alone take your breath away.

You and Eddie make a good team.

Do I sense a Christmas crush?

No. Oh, come on. The connection is obvious.

There was never anything between the two of you at NYU?

If Eddie and I were supposed to have a love story, it would have happened a

time ago.

And now he's with Isabella.

What if he's not?

If I were you, I'd listen to your heart.

You may be surprised by where it might lead you.

Thank you.

As long as you're okay.

Hi.

Marie, your timing is impeccable.

We were just about to celebrate.

Is that an engagement ring?

Yes. I just caught it.

Congratulations.

Thank you.

Well, I don't want to intrude.

Can you talk to Eddie tomorrow?

Brie!

Taxi! Wait!

Merry Christmas to you, too.

Hey, Brie, can we talk?

No, you have company.

I don't even know what I'm doing here.

I don't know what I was thinking.

I don't understand.

Can we talk about whatever this is?

There's nothing to say.

Helping Santa?

In a way, yeah.

I love it.

I think you can make some time for the interiors now.

They're the problem with our delivery. They shorted our order and Eddie just

wants to bring... Is everything okay?

Did something happen that I should know about?

No. I'm fine.

I'm waiting to talk to you.

Are these all the lights?

Well, I have more, but... This is like nothing we really discussed. It's half

finished. Yeah, I know.

I've just been working on getting some candles.

That's a fire hazard. Scrap it.

I guess we could just shoot the exterior.

Really?

I mean, yeah. We have a bride and a groom and there's no congregation.

The outside's going to be beautiful. It'll be fun.

That's a bit drastic, don't you think?

Free.

Give me a chance to fix things.

Yeah?

We can move some lights over here and still get our shot of the bride and

hanging.

And I'd like to get a shot like this.

Just standing here?

With the kindle cones in the background, our bride and groom can be gazing at

each other.

I want their hands to be up so you can see the rings.

And then looking deeply in each other's eyes.

Like they'll never love another.

You don't like it?

If you can do this in the next couple hours, great.

Otherwise... What's your picture?

Modern Era Bridal has already started teasing the Christmas wedding issue

online. We can't drop the ball now. I mean, you saw the interiors.

It's going to take hours to set up, let alone shoot.

Our schedule's already tight. We can't even allow for an extra 15 minutes for

lunch.

Well, if that's it, then why the attitude towards Eddie? Did he do

I thought all of this was a sign that we were supposed to be together.

But maybe...

We could try again.

So like an idiot, I drove to his house.

What happened?

Isabella was there, wearing a ring.

Oh, Bree.

He wasn't just a college boyfriend.

He was the one.

The love of my life.

So I know it's really childish, but I can't be around him right now.

So could you please help me get through this period as painlessly as possible?

Of course.

Thank you.

Have a good night, folks.

Bree, hey, how are you?

I've been better, but I got the crew to donate some toys. So in case Santa

forgets the gifts, these are for the kids.

Thanks. They keep talking about the Christmas party. You and Eddie made an

impact.

You two were the most ambitious people I knew.

Perfect match.

Yeah, well, it brought us together off the tour at the park.

We weren't meant to be.

There must be something still there.

Takes more than time to break that connection.

He's moved on.

What are you going to do?

I have to move on with my life. I have to accept it and be grateful.

And hey, we planned a beautiful wedding.

Too bad it's not real.

I guess dreams never are, right?

You and I both know that's not true.

Maybe not.

It just feels like that right now.

Oh, hey.

Can you make sure that Katie gets this?

Eddie got it specifically for her.

She went out the day after the party.

So it kind of inspired me to do my own little mini toy drive.

Thank you.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Claudia, hey.

You don't usually come to set on your day. I want to make sure we finish.

Strong. Isabella's coming, too.

Apparently with her new fiancé.

Oh, there they are now.

George McIntyre?

I wanted to tell you.

I saw them canoodling at Eddie's art show, but she made me swear not to say

anything in case it leaked to the press.

You know how socialites like to control the media.

George, this is Bree Traverston. She's responsible for all of this.

Love your work. I have to say it inspired us. Yeah, we're planning a

wedding.

Congratulations.

Thank you. And this looks gorgeous. And Claudia tells me inside is just as

lovely. Yeah, we had some issues with some of the lights.

Nonsense. I'm sure it's beautiful.

Lead the way.

We have to figure something out.

You're kidding.

This is fantastic.

You did all this?

You were right yesterday.

There was no point in having the shot if we couldn't make it look perfect.

It's beautiful.

It's exactly what I envisioned.

Perfect Christmas surprise.

You met George.

I did.

Which was also a surprise.

I thought you and his followers... A couple?

Yeah.

That's why you ran out of my place the other night?

Yeah. We're good friends.

I introduced her to George. In return, she's helping me network here in New

York. It's time for me to come home.

Really? Really.

To you.

Here comes the bride.

We still have a shoot.

Right. Back to work. Back to work.

If I could just get the bride and groom in front of the tree.

Perfect. Yeah.

Happy in love.

Perfect. Oh, Betty.

Could you do one, George and me?

Christmas card.

Our readers are going to fall in love with this.

Thank you.

Brie. Thank you. Thank you.

A few more shots out here to finish off.

Let's get you guys in front of the Rolls Royce.

All right, let me see. Happy and love. You know, this is the best day of your

life.

I think we got it. The wrap, everyone.

Very well done.

Oh, Brie, great.

Thank you.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Hey. Hey. How's it going?

Tired, but for good reason.

Modern era bridal will have their merry matrimony just in time for Christmas.

Yay! You can go home now.

Yay!

Oh, did Claudia make you partner yet? She said she's bringing it up at the

board meeting.

Good. You deserve it.

Oh, I spoke to the owners and they said we can keep the interiors as is until I

can get a crew in to dismantle it the day after Christmas.

That's great.

That means everyone can go home and spend some time with their loved ones

Christmas.

You too.

I will. I promise.

I couldn't have done this without you. Thank you so much.

Is my bag and everything inside?

Yeah, it's by the Christmas tree. Okay, no, no, no.

I can get it. You go home. You're my hardworking assistant.

Have a Merry Christmas.

Thank you.

Christmas Queen did it again.

John, well done.

We did it. Go team.

To the Christmas Queen.

And to the Christmas King.

Cheers.

Did you make Christmas wishes here?

Did you?

What do you know about Christmas wishes?

There's a tree at NYU.

You make an ornament and send someone you love a Christmas wish.

And with a little bit of magic, they'll receive it.

I hope so.

Did you think any more about what I said?

I could hardly get through the shoot without thinking about it.

I don't know where we went wrong.

I just know that my life isn't right without you in it.

Remember at my art exhibit when I told you I was always traveling during

Christmas?

I'm finding it everywhere.

It was you.

It was always you.

And that's why.

Breathe. Will you marry me?

Yes.

I hope it's everything you wanted.

You're everything I wanted.

I have something for you.

Close your eyes.

I know it's so crazy, but we have the mansion until the 26th.

And I know it's super late notice, but I really don't want any more delays.

This means you're stuck with me forever.

No more Christmases apart.

That's what I'm hoping for.

I love you, Eddie Chapman.

I love you.

I love Christmas weddings.

They're so romantic.

You do the best you please.