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Would you like to inspect the original subtitles? These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:07,411 --> 00:00:12,155 2 00:00:12,329 --> 00:00:13,809 Right. Then it's... 3 00:00:13,983 --> 00:00:15,115 4 00:00:15,245 --> 00:00:16,029 No no, what? 5 00:00:18,932 --> 00:00:20,716 We never talked about memorizing all the words! 6 00:00:20,903 --> 00:00:22,339 And if we had the sheet music. 7 00:00:22,470 --> 00:00:23,863 I'm sorry, I... 8 00:00:23,950 --> 00:00:25,255 It's okay, Dan, it was an accident. 9 00:00:25,386 --> 00:00:27,083 Can you forget about the sheet music, please. 10 00:00:27,214 --> 00:00:28,476 It's halfway to Yonkers by now. 11 00:00:28,563 --> 00:00:29,564 Don't worry, I... 12 00:00:29,825 --> 00:00:30,870 I'll just use my phone for the lyrics. 13 00:00:30,957 --> 00:00:32,611 We're dressed for the Dickens. 14 00:00:32,698 --> 00:00:33,481 Where's your integrity? 15 00:00:33,612 --> 00:00:34,438 Hi! 16 00:00:34,613 --> 00:00:36,832 Hi hi hi. 17 00:00:37,006 --> 00:00:38,530 Oh, wow! 18 00:00:38,660 --> 00:00:40,357 I love your costumes. 19 00:00:40,532 --> 00:00:42,577 I'm sorry we're not taking requests just yet. 20 00:00:42,664 --> 00:00:44,579 Oh, but I'm with Urban Genie. 21 00:00:44,710 --> 00:00:47,539 I have a wish request from Dan. 22 00:00:48,583 --> 00:00:50,629 You must have the sore throat? 23 00:00:50,759 --> 00:00:53,545 Lemon, ginger and honey. 24 00:00:53,588 --> 00:00:55,459 You'll be hitting those high C's in no time. 25 00:00:55,590 --> 00:00:56,460 Well he won't be hitting anything without... 26 00:00:56,591 --> 00:00:58,201 Songbooks? 27 00:00:58,288 --> 00:00:59,986 Got you covered there. 28 00:01:00,726 --> 00:01:02,075 And... 29 00:01:02,466 --> 00:01:03,903 Candy canes! 30 00:01:04,077 --> 00:01:05,600 - Oh! - That's not... 31 00:01:05,731 --> 00:01:08,603 That's not part of my order. 32 00:01:08,690 --> 00:01:10,562 Well, no. They're my treat to you! 33 00:01:10,779 --> 00:01:13,652 They're festive, delicious, and they freshen your breath. 34 00:01:13,739 --> 00:01:16,002 So, everyone wins with a candy cane. 35 00:01:16,132 --> 00:01:18,047 Is there anything else I can do for you? 36 00:01:18,178 --> 00:01:21,007 Well how about a song request for our opening carol? 37 00:01:22,486 --> 00:01:24,619 Actually... 38 00:01:25,011 --> 00:01:26,926 ♪ Deck the halls with boughs of holly! ♪ 39 00:01:27,100 --> 00:01:29,581 ♪ Fa la la la la la la la la 40 00:01:29,711 --> 00:01:31,626 ♪ 'Tis the season to be jolly 41 00:01:31,757 --> 00:01:32,801 ♪ Fa la la la la 42 00:01:53,169 --> 00:01:55,084 And how's Vermont? 43 00:01:55,824 --> 00:01:57,173 It's... 44 00:01:58,305 --> 00:01:59,959 Snowy. 45 00:02:00,133 --> 00:02:04,137 You haven't even been outside yet, have you? 46 00:02:04,267 --> 00:02:06,443 The resort has wonderful amenities. 47 00:02:06,487 --> 00:02:07,880 Mom... 48 00:02:08,010 --> 00:02:10,360 Build a snowman. Go for a ski. 49 00:02:10,404 --> 00:02:11,797 Build a snowman? 50 00:02:11,927 --> 00:02:14,016 I just, I hate to think of you 51 00:02:14,103 --> 00:02:15,757 squirreling yourself away like this. 52 00:02:15,844 --> 00:02:17,541 I'm not squirreling away, Mom. 53 00:02:17,629 --> 00:02:20,283 I've got deadlines. 54 00:02:20,370 --> 00:02:21,545 Well you've been working non-stop 55 00:02:21,633 --> 00:02:23,635 for the past few years. 56 00:02:23,809 --> 00:02:26,899 And as much as I love bragging about my son at the Club, 57 00:02:26,986 --> 00:02:29,249 the closest I've come to seeing you lately 58 00:02:29,379 --> 00:02:32,992 is your name on the Times' Best Seller list! 59 00:02:33,122 --> 00:02:36,299 Yeah, well, call it the price of success. 60 00:02:36,430 --> 00:02:38,432 Reconsider coming back to the city for Christmas. 61 00:02:38,562 --> 00:02:40,869 For a visit. 62 00:02:41,000 --> 00:02:43,437 No. I don't think... I, ah... 63 00:02:43,524 --> 00:02:45,091 How am supposed to know you're okay? 64 00:02:46,701 --> 00:02:48,268 I'm fine. 65 00:02:48,398 --> 00:02:50,096 You don't have to worry about me. 66 00:02:50,183 --> 00:02:52,315 I know this is a difficult time of year for you 67 00:02:52,402 --> 00:02:56,711 without Sally Anne but she would want you to be happy. 68 00:02:56,929 --> 00:02:58,104 The accident... 69 00:02:58,278 --> 00:03:00,802 Okay okay. All right. I love you, Mom. 70 00:03:00,976 --> 00:03:03,457 And I love you too, darling. 71 00:03:03,587 --> 00:03:06,068 But I do wish you would let people into your life. 72 00:03:06,199 --> 00:03:07,722 See you Christmas morning. 73 00:03:07,809 --> 00:03:08,810 No, you... 74 00:03:12,901 --> 00:03:14,381 I only have about a minute 75 00:03:14,511 --> 00:03:16,688 before I'm supposed to pick up Peanut for Mitzy. 76 00:03:16,775 --> 00:03:19,038 Eva, we've finally gotten big enough to hire people 77 00:03:19,168 --> 00:03:21,040 to help deliver wishes. 78 00:03:21,170 --> 00:03:23,259 Now we don't have to do it all ourselves. 79 00:03:23,477 --> 00:03:25,522 I know but she was my very first client, 80 00:03:25,697 --> 00:03:27,394 and she's become a friend. 81 00:03:27,481 --> 00:03:29,570 Well, more than a friend actually. 82 00:03:29,701 --> 00:03:31,485 She's like a mentor to me. 83 00:03:31,659 --> 00:03:33,835 Besides, I like seeing the look on someone's face 84 00:03:33,922 --> 00:03:35,489 when their wish is fulfilled. 85 00:03:35,576 --> 00:03:37,360 Yeah, well, one of these days you're going to have to 86 00:03:37,491 --> 00:03:39,841 slow down and fulfill some of your own wishes. 87 00:03:39,972 --> 00:03:41,974 What? We're finally getting some traction. 88 00:03:42,104 --> 00:03:43,366 Now is not the time to slow down. 89 00:03:43,497 --> 00:03:45,891 I mean listening to your own heart wishes. 90 00:03:45,978 --> 00:03:47,022 What happened with the Banker? 91 00:03:47,153 --> 00:03:48,763 Augh! 92 00:03:48,850 --> 00:03:50,286 It's over. 93 00:03:50,417 --> 00:03:51,984 He never called. 94 00:03:52,071 --> 00:03:53,942 Or returned any of my calls, actually. 95 00:03:54,116 --> 00:03:56,423 Man, you're the sweetest person I know. 96 00:03:56,597 --> 00:03:57,554 I don't get it. 97 00:03:57,685 --> 00:03:58,991 He wasn't the one. 98 00:03:59,121 --> 00:04:00,993 And you know, it's for the best. 99 00:04:01,080 --> 00:04:02,603 This holiday is going to keep me busy enough. 100 00:04:02,690 --> 00:04:04,518 Eva... 101 00:04:04,692 --> 00:04:07,521 Eva, Peanut is ready for the holidays! 102 00:04:07,608 --> 00:04:09,262 Oh thank you Harriet. 103 00:04:09,436 --> 00:04:12,744 Hello! Don't you look so festive. 104 00:04:14,310 --> 00:04:15,268 It's okay. 105 00:04:15,355 --> 00:04:16,878 Christmas is our peak season. 106 00:04:17,009 --> 00:04:18,706 Yeah, well, that's the catch. 107 00:04:18,837 --> 00:04:21,274 We have a great business now but can't take time off. 108 00:04:21,361 --> 00:04:23,580 Especially over the holidays. 109 00:04:23,755 --> 00:04:28,020 And whose idea was it to do all of those Christmas promotions? 110 00:04:28,107 --> 00:04:30,457 If I could deliver you a Christmas wish, 111 00:04:30,587 --> 00:04:32,676 it would be romance. 112 00:04:32,851 --> 00:04:35,636 Hey, maybe one of our clients can introduce you to someone. 113 00:04:35,723 --> 00:04:37,246 Sure, Paige. 114 00:04:37,551 --> 00:04:39,509 Except none of our clients have any time for matchmaking. 115 00:04:39,683 --> 00:04:41,207 That's why they hire us! 116 00:04:46,734 --> 00:04:48,214 Merry Christmas! 117 00:04:48,388 --> 00:04:49,215 Eva! 118 00:04:50,477 --> 00:04:51,783 How goes the Christmas rush? 119 00:04:51,913 --> 00:04:53,567 Hi Mitzy! 120 00:04:53,741 --> 00:04:55,743 I have someone who is very excited to see you. 121 00:04:55,917 --> 00:04:57,701 Oh, look at this little boy! 122 00:04:57,832 --> 00:04:59,486 Oh, come here. 123 00:04:59,616 --> 00:05:01,053 And... 124 00:05:01,140 --> 00:05:02,881 I got you an early Christmas present. 125 00:05:04,143 --> 00:05:06,188 Oh! How thoughtful. 126 00:05:06,319 --> 00:05:08,321 You always go above and beyond! 127 00:05:08,451 --> 00:05:10,149 Oh it's easy. 128 00:05:10,279 --> 00:05:11,890 When you love your job. 129 00:05:13,848 --> 00:05:15,502 So tell me, 130 00:05:15,632 --> 00:05:19,636 did Santa have a nice looking young elf helping you? 131 00:05:19,723 --> 00:05:22,509 No, Santa was working alone. 132 00:05:22,596 --> 00:05:23,640 Oh.... 133 00:05:23,771 --> 00:05:26,295 Why? Are you interested? 134 00:05:26,426 --> 00:05:27,557 I can go get his number for you. 135 00:05:27,644 --> 00:05:30,169 Oh! No no no! 136 00:05:31,518 --> 00:05:34,651 Listen, I know it's close to the holidays 137 00:05:34,782 --> 00:05:37,219 and you're already very busy, but I was wondering 138 00:05:37,393 --> 00:05:40,266 if you had time for another Genie request? 139 00:05:40,353 --> 00:05:41,745 I could use your help. 140 00:05:41,833 --> 00:05:44,400 For you? Of course. 141 00:05:44,487 --> 00:05:47,795 I was just on the phone with my Lucas. 142 00:05:48,013 --> 00:05:52,452 He's up in the foothills of Vermont until Christmas. 143 00:05:52,626 --> 00:05:54,367 That sounds lovely. 144 00:05:54,541 --> 00:06:00,503 Yes, but he's had a bit of a rough patch the last few years. 145 00:06:00,590 --> 00:06:03,289 I want to do something special for him this Christmas. 146 00:06:03,376 --> 00:06:04,986 Well I would love to help. 147 00:06:05,160 --> 00:06:06,814 What do you have in mind? 148 00:06:09,469 --> 00:06:10,774 A penthouse? 149 00:06:11,166 --> 00:06:14,213 Not just any penthouse, a penthouse on Fifth Avenue! 150 00:06:14,387 --> 00:06:16,868 I'm being paid to stay on the Upper East Side. 151 00:06:16,955 --> 00:06:19,479 Well, Merry Christmas to you! 152 00:06:19,609 --> 00:06:22,656 It might make things a little more hectic around here. 153 00:06:22,830 --> 00:06:25,485 Mitzy wants me to decorate the apartment, house-sit 154 00:06:25,572 --> 00:06:28,227 and cook meals to freeze for when he returns. 155 00:06:28,357 --> 00:06:30,577 Wait, what do you mean, 'he'? 156 00:06:30,707 --> 00:06:32,187 It's her son's home. 157 00:06:32,231 --> 00:06:35,321 -Umm... Lucas Blade. -No! 158 00:06:35,364 --> 00:06:37,584 Yeah, he's out of town until Christmas. 159 00:06:37,801 --> 00:06:40,021 Okay. How are you so calm about this? 160 00:06:40,108 --> 00:06:43,416 Does the last name 'Blade' not ring any bells for you? 161 00:06:43,503 --> 00:06:44,896 Lucas Blade! 162 00:06:45,026 --> 00:06:47,202 Oh cool. 163 00:06:47,333 --> 00:06:49,291 You still don't know, do you? 164 00:06:49,465 --> 00:06:50,771 Not a clue. 165 00:06:50,814 --> 00:06:52,816 The world-famous crime author! 166 00:06:52,991 --> 00:06:54,731 I don't read that stuff. 167 00:06:54,818 --> 00:06:56,037 I prefer to sleep at night. 168 00:06:56,255 --> 00:06:57,778 Yeah, well, you're the only one. 169 00:06:57,909 --> 00:06:59,562 On the planet. 170 00:06:59,649 --> 00:07:01,651 Hey, are you sure you're okay with taking this on? 171 00:07:01,782 --> 00:07:04,002 I mean, we're already running off our feet. 172 00:07:04,089 --> 00:07:05,655 I'll make it work. 173 00:07:05,829 --> 00:07:08,093 At least if I'm staying on Fifth Avenue, 174 00:07:08,180 --> 00:07:09,833 it'll feel like I'm on vacation. 175 00:07:09,921 --> 00:07:11,835 Wait. If you're not staying at your apartment 176 00:07:11,923 --> 00:07:13,315 we should sublet it! 177 00:07:13,489 --> 00:07:14,795 I mean, we have a wait list of requests 178 00:07:14,882 --> 00:07:16,188 looking for furnished rentals. 179 00:07:16,275 --> 00:07:17,537 Yeah, all right, sure, if it helps someone out. 180 00:07:17,754 --> 00:07:19,495 Okay! Go home and pack. 181 00:07:19,669 --> 00:07:22,150 -Are you sure. -Yes, I'm sure. 182 00:07:23,282 --> 00:07:24,936 My penthouse awaits! 183 00:07:47,219 --> 00:07:49,090 Could you step back? 184 00:07:49,264 --> 00:07:51,223 You're fogging up the glass. 185 00:07:51,353 --> 00:07:52,964 Oh! 186 00:08:21,905 --> 00:08:23,646 Jason! 187 00:08:23,777 --> 00:08:27,389 Hey! Lucas my man! 188 00:08:27,476 --> 00:08:29,261 I was starting to think you'd been buried under a snowdrift. 189 00:08:29,348 --> 00:08:33,134 Ha! Nope. Not yet. 190 00:08:33,221 --> 00:08:36,094 Hey New York misses you, baaabe! When are you back? 191 00:08:36,268 --> 00:08:38,531 Well, not until I finish this book. 192 00:08:38,705 --> 00:08:40,663 Well that is what I like to hear! 193 00:08:40,837 --> 00:08:42,709 Now listen, sales and marketing have been hounding me 194 00:08:42,796 --> 00:08:44,450 for anything. 195 00:08:44,580 --> 00:08:45,973 Can you send me some pages? 196 00:08:46,147 --> 00:08:48,236 Any clues about the story? 197 00:08:48,367 --> 00:08:50,847 Yeah, I would love to help you, but, ah, 198 00:08:50,978 --> 00:08:54,286 I don't think tossing crumbs would be the way 199 00:08:54,460 --> 00:08:56,114 to go with this story. 200 00:08:56,244 --> 00:08:59,987 You know, I think this book is really meant to be, um, 201 00:09:00,118 --> 00:09:02,337 enjoyed as a whole. 202 00:09:02,511 --> 00:09:04,861 Your fans are excited about this one, Lucas. 203 00:09:04,992 --> 00:09:07,168 Yeah. I am too. 204 00:09:07,386 --> 00:09:09,344 All right buddy boy binda bing binda bang, boom, back to work. 205 00:09:09,475 --> 00:09:10,867 No rest for the wicked. 206 00:09:11,085 --> 00:09:12,739 And send me those pages A-Sap. 207 00:09:12,956 --> 00:09:16,003 Yup. Soon as it's done. 208 00:09:16,177 --> 00:09:17,570 As soon as it's ready. 209 00:09:17,744 --> 00:09:20,051 Lu-Cas, Lu-Cas, Lu-Cas! 210 00:10:12,103 --> 00:10:14,627 -Welcome! -Thank you! 211 00:10:14,801 --> 00:10:16,629 Good afternoon! 212 00:10:18,631 --> 00:10:20,633 I'll say! 213 00:10:23,766 --> 00:10:27,335 This lobby is bigger than my whole apartment. 214 00:10:28,945 --> 00:10:30,599 May I help you, Miss? 215 00:10:30,686 --> 00:10:32,949 Oh, no need for 'Miss.' I'm Eva. 216 00:10:33,124 --> 00:10:34,821 I'll be staying in Mr Blade's penthouse. 217 00:10:34,908 --> 00:10:38,390 Ah, yes of course! Mitzy told me. 218 00:10:38,433 --> 00:10:41,044 -Welcome to New York! -And you are? 219 00:10:41,175 --> 00:10:43,873 Ah... Charlie. 220 00:10:44,047 --> 00:10:45,266 Charlie McDean. 221 00:10:45,440 --> 00:10:47,355 It's great to meet you, Charlie. 222 00:10:47,529 --> 00:10:49,531 We'll be seeing a lot of each other over the next little bit. 223 00:10:49,705 --> 00:10:52,012 And how long are you in New York for? 224 00:10:52,099 --> 00:10:56,799 Well, I actually moved here last year, well, to Brooklyn. 225 00:10:56,886 --> 00:10:59,062 Brooklyn is New York. 226 00:10:59,193 --> 00:11:03,371 Yeah, but it sure feels a world away from here. 227 00:11:03,458 --> 00:11:06,287 Ooh, you're going to love it on Fifth. 228 00:11:09,986 --> 00:11:11,466 Let me know if there is anything I can do 229 00:11:11,553 --> 00:11:13,686 to improve your stay. 230 00:11:13,816 --> 00:11:16,515 Actually, I have a Christmas tree arriving 231 00:11:16,645 --> 00:11:18,473 first thing in the morning. 232 00:11:18,560 --> 00:11:20,214 Could you give me a call when it gets here? 233 00:11:20,388 --> 00:11:21,694 Absolutely. 234 00:11:24,958 --> 00:11:26,699 Good. This way. 235 00:11:56,903 --> 00:11:59,253 Wow. 236 00:12:16,662 --> 00:12:18,577 No wonder your mother thinks you need my help. 237 00:12:33,722 --> 00:12:36,247 Who's interested in this stuff? 238 00:12:38,205 --> 00:12:40,860 Oh. Maybe I'm interested. 239 00:12:42,383 --> 00:12:44,211 Hello Lucas Blade. 240 00:13:05,406 --> 00:13:06,277 Oww! 241 00:13:10,019 --> 00:13:11,499 I'm calling the police! 242 00:13:11,630 --> 00:13:12,848 I'm calling the police! 243 00:13:12,935 --> 00:13:14,502 You can't call the police on someone 244 00:13:14,589 --> 00:13:16,287 for being in their own home. 245 00:13:19,420 --> 00:13:21,944 Really? A candy cane? 246 00:13:22,162 --> 00:13:25,687 Someone with my skills can turn anything into a weapon. 247 00:13:28,124 --> 00:13:29,952 Wait. You're Lucas Blade. 248 00:13:30,039 --> 00:13:31,302 Yeah. And you're going to jail. 249 00:13:31,432 --> 00:13:33,260 What? Do I look like a thief? 250 00:13:33,391 --> 00:13:35,306 I'm here to house-sit! 251 00:13:35,349 --> 00:13:37,786 Look, if I was a thief why would I threaten to call the police? 252 00:13:37,960 --> 00:13:39,397 Because it's the perfect cover. 253 00:13:39,527 --> 00:13:40,876 Once you realize someone was in here, 254 00:13:41,050 --> 00:13:42,356 it's the best way to appear innocent. 255 00:13:42,530 --> 00:13:44,010 I am innocent! 256 00:13:44,097 --> 00:13:48,362 Look! Mitzy gave me keys. Hmmm! 257 00:13:48,536 --> 00:13:51,104 Look, we can easily solve this. Just call your mother. 258 00:13:51,322 --> 00:13:52,975 She'll explain everything. 259 00:13:54,934 --> 00:13:56,283 Fine! I will! 260 00:13:56,457 --> 00:13:57,632 No no no no! No don't! 261 00:14:02,681 --> 00:14:04,987 Mitzy put you up to this? 262 00:14:05,118 --> 00:14:09,078 Yes. She's hired me to decorate for Christmas. 263 00:14:09,252 --> 00:14:11,167 I'm from an events concierge company. 264 00:14:11,298 --> 00:14:12,778 Okay. 265 00:14:12,995 --> 00:14:15,128 Well then just give me your boss' name and number 266 00:14:15,258 --> 00:14:17,783 and I will call them and say I don't need your services. 267 00:14:17,957 --> 00:14:19,872 I am the boss. 268 00:14:19,959 --> 00:14:21,134 Maybe you should call your mother and explain to her 269 00:14:21,352 --> 00:14:23,702 why you're here in New York City and not in Vermont. 270 00:14:24,485 --> 00:14:25,704 Okay. You know what? 271 00:14:25,921 --> 00:14:29,185 There's obviously been a huge miscommunication. 272 00:14:29,272 --> 00:14:31,753 Just, please, leave. Okay? 273 00:14:36,410 --> 00:14:39,152 Mitzy's paying me to cook and 274 00:14:39,370 --> 00:14:41,981 get this apartment dressed in it's Christmas best. 275 00:14:42,155 --> 00:14:44,679 What are you? Some kind of Christmas Elf? 276 00:14:45,550 --> 00:14:47,116 Christmas Concierge. 277 00:14:47,290 --> 00:14:48,596 Yeah, hired to decorate 278 00:14:48,727 --> 00:14:51,251 and attack unsuspecting individuals? 279 00:14:51,294 --> 00:14:54,123 Well, actually a lot of people 280 00:14:54,210 --> 00:14:57,083 avail themselves of my help this time of year. 281 00:14:57,170 --> 00:15:01,740 You know, between decorating and shopping for presents... 282 00:15:03,263 --> 00:15:06,266 Well, I don't need my place to be decorated. 283 00:15:07,180 --> 00:15:09,269 Look, I don't know why you're not in Vermont, 284 00:15:09,443 --> 00:15:11,402 and that's none of my business. 285 00:15:11,619 --> 00:15:14,840 My business is doing the job your mother's hired me to do. 286 00:15:14,970 --> 00:15:17,103 I can't leave unless she tells me to. 287 00:15:17,233 --> 00:15:21,020 So I will decorate for Christmas, fill your freezer, 288 00:15:21,107 --> 00:15:24,763 and then I'll go. 289 00:15:24,937 --> 00:15:26,242 I'm sure we can reach a compromise 290 00:15:26,373 --> 00:15:28,767 we can both live with. 291 00:15:28,897 --> 00:15:30,682 Now you're blackmailing me? 292 00:15:30,812 --> 00:15:32,466 What are you? Some kind of super fan? 293 00:15:33,772 --> 00:15:35,774 No. 294 00:15:36,905 --> 00:15:39,168 I don't read books with scary covers. 295 00:15:41,997 --> 00:15:43,999 Look, I don't have anywhere to go. 296 00:15:44,086 --> 00:15:46,175 I've already rented out my apartment. 297 00:15:46,349 --> 00:15:47,960 You don't have a boyfriend or some family 298 00:15:48,134 --> 00:15:49,744 or someone else you could bother? 299 00:15:49,831 --> 00:15:51,659 Well my family lives in Wisconsin, and well, 300 00:15:51,833 --> 00:15:53,444 Paige's in-laws are in the city so... 301 00:15:53,531 --> 00:15:54,706 Let me just stop you right there. 302 00:15:54,836 --> 00:15:55,663 I don't need to hear about Paige's in-laws! 303 00:15:55,794 --> 00:15:57,143 Please let me stay. 304 00:15:57,360 --> 00:15:59,711 Look, I will barely be here during the day, 305 00:15:59,798 --> 00:16:01,364 and when I am here, 306 00:16:01,539 --> 00:16:03,497 the worst thing I'll do is offer you dinner. 307 00:16:09,155 --> 00:16:10,852 Okay. 308 00:16:11,070 --> 00:16:13,638 The spare room, up the stairs to the right. 309 00:16:13,855 --> 00:16:16,118 Do what you do. 310 00:16:16,249 --> 00:16:17,903 Just don't bother me. 311 00:16:37,575 --> 00:16:40,969 Whooo... That is a lot of coffee. 312 00:16:59,248 --> 00:17:00,772 Probably shouldn't recycle an invitation 313 00:17:00,946 --> 00:17:03,426 to the Snowflake Ball. 314 00:17:03,557 --> 00:17:05,690 You never know who might find it. 315 00:17:52,563 --> 00:17:54,086 Hi Dad! 316 00:17:54,173 --> 00:17:55,870 Hey Sweetie! 317 00:17:55,957 --> 00:17:58,307 You're decorating your tree. 318 00:17:58,525 --> 00:18:00,266 Did you get it from John Thompson's farm again? 319 00:18:00,353 --> 00:18:01,702 Of course. 320 00:18:02,181 --> 00:18:06,533 And we've got your little sock to put right at the top. 321 00:18:06,707 --> 00:18:08,579 I wish I was there with you guys. 322 00:18:08,709 --> 00:18:11,146 Why are you whispering? 323 00:18:11,320 --> 00:18:16,195 I'm house sitting for work, but there's been a bit of a mix-up 324 00:18:16,325 --> 00:18:20,503 and the owner is here, and he's not pleased about me staying. 325 00:18:20,634 --> 00:18:22,941 You're staying with someone that you've never met before? 326 00:18:23,028 --> 00:18:24,725 I don't like the sound of that, Eva. 327 00:18:24,899 --> 00:18:26,988 Mom, it's okay. 328 00:18:27,075 --> 00:18:29,774 He has zero interest in me being here. 329 00:18:29,948 --> 00:18:34,169 I'm rooming with Scrooge. 330 00:18:34,256 --> 00:18:40,132 But, not mean Scrooge. Just sad, alone Scrooge. 331 00:18:40,262 --> 00:18:42,221 Do you want me to talk to him? I'll talk to him. 332 00:18:42,395 --> 00:18:45,528 No Dad. I can take care of myself. 333 00:18:45,616 --> 00:18:48,053 No, he's fine, I promise. 334 00:18:48,227 --> 00:18:49,750 He's the son of one of my favorite clients. 335 00:18:49,881 --> 00:18:53,362 He just needs a little cheering up. 336 00:18:53,449 --> 00:18:56,148 So, when are you guys coming? Have you book your flights? 337 00:18:58,150 --> 00:19:01,196 Sweetheart, we're sorry. 338 00:19:01,327 --> 00:19:02,894 It breaks our hearts 339 00:19:03,068 --> 00:19:05,418 but we just can't afford the trip this year. 340 00:19:05,548 --> 00:19:09,117 But we've got 341 00:19:09,291 --> 00:19:11,859 your presents all wrapped and we're taking them 342 00:19:11,990 --> 00:19:14,035 to the post office today. 343 00:19:14,209 --> 00:19:16,647 I'll miss you. 344 00:19:16,777 --> 00:19:18,910 But it, it's okay. 345 00:19:18,953 --> 00:19:21,086 You know, I'm going to be busy enough. 346 00:19:21,216 --> 00:19:22,609 We'll come visit in the summer. 347 00:19:22,696 --> 00:19:24,306 A picnic in Central Park. 348 00:19:24,480 --> 00:19:26,613 Yes, and, don't forget. 349 00:19:26,700 --> 00:19:29,877 We are calling you Christmas morning to wake you up. 350 00:19:30,008 --> 00:19:31,487 Right after the reindeer leave. 351 00:19:31,662 --> 00:19:33,968 Uh huh. 352 00:19:34,142 --> 00:19:36,362 Well, I'll take your presents to the post office 353 00:19:36,492 --> 00:19:39,495 first thing in the morning so you get them on time. 354 00:19:39,539 --> 00:19:43,064 We're so proud of you running your own company. 355 00:19:43,151 --> 00:19:46,024 You do such nice things for people. 356 00:19:46,111 --> 00:19:51,551 If anyone can make the season bright and merry, it's you. 357 00:19:51,725 --> 00:19:53,379 Love you. 358 00:19:53,466 --> 00:19:54,728 Love you! 359 00:20:01,866 --> 00:20:03,955 Merry Christmas to me. 360 00:20:10,439 --> 00:20:13,573 ♪ Good King Winnifred blasted out ♪ 361 00:20:13,616 --> 00:20:17,620 ♪ on the feast of Stephen! 362 00:20:17,751 --> 00:20:20,928 ♪ When the snow lay round about ♪ 363 00:20:21,059 --> 00:20:25,498 ♪ Deep and crisp and da da! 364 00:20:25,628 --> 00:20:26,978 ♪ Brightly shine the moon that night... ♪ 365 00:20:27,108 --> 00:20:28,936 I would appreciate it if... 366 00:20:29,023 --> 00:20:35,421 ♪ Low the da da. And we're cruel and da da da da... ♪ 367 00:20:35,595 --> 00:20:37,205 Oh! 368 00:20:38,903 --> 00:20:40,426 Good morning! 369 00:20:43,081 --> 00:20:44,996 What are you doing, sneaking around like that? 370 00:20:45,126 --> 00:20:46,258 I'm not sneaking around! 371 00:20:46,475 --> 00:20:47,433 I'm trying to get your attention. 372 00:20:47,607 --> 00:20:50,479 Oh. Noise-canceling headphones. 373 00:20:50,566 --> 00:20:52,612 I didn't want to bother you with my music. 374 00:20:52,786 --> 00:20:55,789 So you decided to bother me with your off-key singing. 375 00:20:55,920 --> 00:20:59,097 You know, I hear Christmas music and I can't help myself. 376 00:20:59,184 --> 00:21:01,360 It's just impossible not to sing along. 377 00:21:01,447 --> 00:21:04,755 Well I can't work if I can't hear my own thoughts. 378 00:21:04,885 --> 00:21:06,582 So please, no more Christmas music. 379 00:21:06,800 --> 00:21:08,062 Understood. 380 00:21:08,236 --> 00:21:09,324 Good. 381 00:21:12,458 --> 00:21:14,677 I'm Eva, by the way. 382 00:21:14,808 --> 00:21:16,767 I know we got off on the wrong foot last night 383 00:21:16,854 --> 00:21:19,117 but we might as well be civil. 384 00:21:19,247 --> 00:21:22,598 Here. I have a peace offering! 385 00:21:22,773 --> 00:21:25,297 Well, you didn't have anything fresh in your fridge. 386 00:21:25,471 --> 00:21:29,867 So I thought some, yumm, festive berries might be nice. 387 00:21:30,041 --> 00:21:31,999 I don't eat breakfast, but thank you. 388 00:21:32,130 --> 00:21:35,002 Well, these aren't to go with breakfast, 389 00:21:35,089 --> 00:21:37,309 they're to go with peppermint scones, 390 00:21:37,396 --> 00:21:39,050 and they're an anytime treat. 391 00:21:39,180 --> 00:21:41,052 Right, well, I am morally opposed 392 00:21:41,139 --> 00:21:42,401 to festively themed foods. 393 00:21:42,575 --> 00:21:45,230 Come on! Look, they're fresh out of the oven. 394 00:21:45,360 --> 00:21:46,535 -They're still warm. -All right. Okay. 395 00:21:46,666 --> 00:21:47,536 If you're going to stay here, that's one thing, 396 00:21:47,928 --> 00:21:49,277 but you can't just be cooking and and and... 397 00:21:49,364 --> 00:21:53,412 Okay. What if I did a big turkey dinner spread, 398 00:21:53,586 --> 00:21:57,851 with mashed potatoes, and stuffing, roasted carrots, 399 00:21:57,938 --> 00:22:00,114 gravy, the works. 400 00:22:00,201 --> 00:22:02,116 You wouldn't have any, not even a little bit? 401 00:22:02,290 --> 00:22:04,336 I don't know how to be more clear about this. 402 00:22:04,553 --> 00:22:06,947 I do not want the fuss of Christmas. 403 00:22:11,299 --> 00:22:13,345 Good morning, Charlie. 404 00:22:14,825 --> 00:22:17,523 Yes! Please! Send it on up! 405 00:22:17,610 --> 00:22:19,394 You're already on a first name basis with my doorman? 406 00:22:19,525 --> 00:22:20,526 Of course! 407 00:22:20,613 --> 00:22:21,744 The tree is here! 408 00:22:21,919 --> 00:22:23,485 The tree? 409 00:22:25,661 --> 00:22:30,014 Well! It's a little bigger than I expected. 410 00:22:30,101 --> 00:22:31,276 But, the more tree, the merrier! 411 00:22:31,363 --> 00:22:34,061 No no no no no. It's too big. 412 00:22:34,148 --> 00:22:36,890 Look, you have this big empty space, 413 00:22:37,021 --> 00:22:38,370 you need a big tree to fill it. 414 00:22:38,457 --> 00:22:39,327 And it's leaving needles everywhere! 415 00:22:39,501 --> 00:22:40,763 Well, I will clean them up. 416 00:22:40,851 --> 00:22:42,200 It's really not that hard. 417 00:22:42,417 --> 00:22:43,331 Hey, psst. 418 00:22:43,549 --> 00:22:45,159 I'm going to pay you double 419 00:22:45,246 --> 00:22:46,900 and I'll double your fee to take this and leave... 420 00:22:47,074 --> 00:22:49,860 Ah! And I promised your mother that I would send her pictures 421 00:22:49,947 --> 00:22:52,558 of the apartment dressed in a classic Christmas style. 422 00:22:52,732 --> 00:22:55,822 If there is no tree, she's going to know something is up. 423 00:22:55,996 --> 00:22:58,912 You know what? Don't mind me, I just live here! 424 00:22:59,086 --> 00:23:01,436 You know, there are far worse things in the world than a tree. 425 00:23:03,482 --> 00:23:05,484 Okay. 426 00:23:05,571 --> 00:23:06,964 Just take a breath. 427 00:23:09,227 --> 00:23:10,793 You know, when I was little, 428 00:23:11,011 --> 00:23:14,449 before I met my forever parents, I used to dream of 429 00:23:14,536 --> 00:23:18,018 a real Christmas tree just like this one. 430 00:23:18,105 --> 00:23:22,240 There's something just magical about it. You know? 431 00:23:26,592 --> 00:23:28,289 So, your mother told me that 432 00:23:28,507 --> 00:23:31,510 this is a difficult time of year for you. 433 00:23:32,815 --> 00:23:35,470 Yeah, you know, I was doing just fine until you showed up here 434 00:23:35,557 --> 00:23:36,950 and changed this whole place into... 435 00:23:37,168 --> 00:23:38,343 A winter wonderland. 436 00:23:42,173 --> 00:23:43,826 Looks great, Ken. 437 00:23:43,957 --> 00:23:46,481 Could I have it a little bit more to the right? 438 00:23:57,405 --> 00:23:58,841 Good morning, Charlie! 439 00:23:59,016 --> 00:24:00,278 How was the tree? 440 00:24:00,408 --> 00:24:01,844 Aw! Perfect! 441 00:24:01,932 --> 00:24:03,542 Well, Lucas hates it, 442 00:24:03,759 --> 00:24:05,674 but he'll change his mind once it's all decorated. 443 00:24:05,848 --> 00:24:08,025 I didn't realize Mr Blade was at home. 444 00:24:09,504 --> 00:24:10,766 Uhhh... 445 00:24:10,897 --> 00:24:13,030 Well, um... 446 00:24:13,204 --> 00:24:14,857 You know he keeps... 447 00:24:14,988 --> 00:24:17,773 I know he keeps a low profile, 448 00:24:17,904 --> 00:24:21,299 but he hasn't been up or down for weeks. 449 00:24:21,386 --> 00:24:23,388 Really? 450 00:24:23,475 --> 00:24:26,782 Well... He was away! 451 00:24:26,957 --> 00:24:28,784 And he popped back for a bit. 452 00:24:29,002 --> 00:24:30,786 And he'll be off again soon. 453 00:24:30,917 --> 00:24:33,789 So, you certainly don't need to tell anyone about it, 454 00:24:33,920 --> 00:24:36,357 particularly Mitzy. 455 00:24:39,665 --> 00:24:41,667 You really haven't seen him come up or down in weeks? 456 00:24:41,754 --> 00:24:43,190 Nope. 457 00:24:49,153 --> 00:24:54,549 The Grand Ballroom is nice, but do you have anything bigger? 458 00:24:54,636 --> 00:24:56,508 I really want to sweep Laura off her feet! 459 00:24:58,031 --> 00:25:00,077 You're late. 460 00:25:00,207 --> 00:25:02,557 Who did you stop and help this time? 461 00:25:02,731 --> 00:25:05,604 She had three children and one of them was having a tantrum. 462 00:25:05,734 --> 00:25:08,041 So, I just held her bag for a few minutes, that's all. 463 00:25:08,215 --> 00:25:11,218 Okay, well I might have taken them to see the Christmas tree. 464 00:25:11,349 --> 00:25:13,394 Stop looking at me like that. 465 00:25:13,481 --> 00:25:15,135 That's okay. I'm glad you're here. 466 00:25:15,309 --> 00:25:17,224 We need your magic touch. 467 00:25:17,355 --> 00:25:18,530 Oh no. Is he still stuck on... 468 00:25:18,704 --> 00:25:20,053 No turtledoves! 469 00:25:20,140 --> 00:25:22,403 It's Christmas. Ergo, turtledoves. 470 00:25:22,534 --> 00:25:25,493 Arthur, to be fair, we already had this conversation. 471 00:25:25,624 --> 00:25:28,583 Four calling birds, three French hens, two turtledoves... 472 00:25:28,757 --> 00:25:30,890 That's my vision! It'll be perfect. 473 00:25:30,977 --> 00:25:32,631 Why propose at the St. James? 474 00:25:32,761 --> 00:25:34,807 Just take your girlfriend to the zoo! 475 00:25:34,894 --> 00:25:36,983 -Oh. -Arthur! Um... 476 00:25:37,157 --> 00:25:41,596 "Twelve Days of Christmas" is a very clever idea, 477 00:25:41,770 --> 00:25:44,164 but it might not get you the happy-ever-after 478 00:25:44,338 --> 00:25:45,687 that you're looking for. 479 00:25:46,079 --> 00:25:48,081 I've already put the down payment on the Pipers Piping! 480 00:25:48,212 --> 00:25:49,691 And my cousin's girlfriend's brother 481 00:25:49,822 --> 00:25:51,389 can lend us the geese-a-laying. 482 00:25:51,519 --> 00:25:55,045 It's obvious that you love Laura very much. 483 00:25:55,219 --> 00:25:59,614 You don't need five golden rings and birds of several 484 00:25:59,701 --> 00:26:01,616 nationalities for your proposal to be memorable. 485 00:26:01,834 --> 00:26:03,488 Laura's been dreaming about getting engaged 486 00:26:03,705 --> 00:26:05,620 since she was a little girl. 487 00:26:05,838 --> 00:26:07,796 I bet she's spent more time dreaming about 488 00:26:07,883 --> 00:26:10,756 the person she wants to spend her life with. 489 00:26:10,886 --> 00:26:14,673 So, let's set the partridge in a pear tree aside 490 00:26:14,803 --> 00:26:18,329 and focus on the day that you knew Laura was the one for you. 491 00:26:18,459 --> 00:26:21,201 It was the day we met in Central Park. 492 00:26:21,332 --> 00:26:23,595 Well why not take her back there? 493 00:26:23,725 --> 00:26:25,118 Propose to her in the Park? 494 00:26:25,249 --> 00:26:27,555 Ohhhh, now that's romantic. 495 00:26:27,686 --> 00:26:28,643 Great! Okay. 496 00:26:31,907 --> 00:26:32,908 remember from that day. 497 00:26:37,826 --> 00:26:39,611 Change of plans. 498 00:26:39,785 --> 00:26:42,222 No one does romance better than Eva. 499 00:26:56,149 --> 00:26:58,020 Double shot. 500 00:26:58,195 --> 00:26:59,935 Breakfast of champions. 501 00:27:00,066 --> 00:27:01,763 Thank you. 502 00:27:01,850 --> 00:27:03,548 Has Arthur sent his proposal speech yet? 503 00:27:03,678 --> 00:27:05,027 No, not yet. 504 00:27:05,245 --> 00:27:06,812 What are you doing? 505 00:27:06,899 --> 00:27:08,901 Uh... just research for a client. 506 00:27:09,858 --> 00:27:11,295 -Eva... -What? 507 00:27:12,644 --> 00:27:14,602 You're stalking that dreamy writer! 508 00:27:14,689 --> 00:27:16,343 No! 509 00:27:16,517 --> 00:27:18,389 I just want to know something about 510 00:27:18,432 --> 00:27:19,781 the stranger that I'm staying with. 511 00:27:19,912 --> 00:27:22,088 What? I thought he was out of town. 512 00:27:22,175 --> 00:27:26,223 Oh, yeah, there was a mix-up and he's home. 513 00:27:26,266 --> 00:27:28,268 And so I'm staying in the guest room. 514 00:27:28,355 --> 00:27:30,140 Is he as smoking hot in real life 515 00:27:30,270 --> 00:27:32,185 as he is on his book covers? 516 00:27:32,272 --> 00:27:34,361 He's handsome... 517 00:27:34,492 --> 00:27:36,711 He's obviously a brilliant writer, 518 00:27:36,842 --> 00:27:39,888 but his social skills could really use an edit. 519 00:27:39,975 --> 00:27:41,847 You've been employed to fix up his apartment, 520 00:27:41,977 --> 00:27:43,892 not fix his personality. 521 00:27:43,979 --> 00:27:48,375 No, I've heard of authors being moody and socially awkward, 522 00:27:48,462 --> 00:27:51,726 but he's just, he just so shut off. 523 00:27:51,900 --> 00:27:54,555 Didn't his wife pass away around Christmas? 524 00:27:56,209 --> 00:27:58,472 She died? 525 00:28:01,432 --> 00:28:03,956 No wonder this is a difficult time of year for him. 526 00:28:37,729 --> 00:28:40,166 I made chicken pot pie. 527 00:28:40,253 --> 00:28:42,603 I thought you might like one before I freeze it. 528 00:28:42,734 --> 00:28:45,998 I haven't had pot pie since I was twelve. 529 00:28:46,172 --> 00:28:48,522 Well, when you try this one, you'll be wondering why. 530 00:28:48,653 --> 00:28:51,003 It's the ultimate comfort food. 531 00:28:51,090 --> 00:28:52,918 And that's tea. 532 00:28:53,092 --> 00:28:55,137 Not Christmas spiced or anything, 533 00:28:55,225 --> 00:28:57,357 just straight, herbal tea. 534 00:28:57,575 --> 00:29:00,012 -Well I drink coffee. -So I've seen. 535 00:29:00,142 --> 00:29:03,755 But tea is calming. So, better for sleep. 536 00:29:03,842 --> 00:29:05,713 Thank you. Sleep's overrated. 537 00:29:05,800 --> 00:29:07,498 You have to eat something. 538 00:29:07,585 --> 00:29:11,023 This might help with those creative juices. 539 00:29:11,110 --> 00:29:15,723 And coffee is not in any of the suggested food groups. 540 00:29:16,507 --> 00:29:17,856 Please let me put this down. 541 00:29:18,073 --> 00:29:20,380 It's getting heavy. 542 00:29:23,731 --> 00:29:25,124 Please. 543 00:29:26,212 --> 00:29:27,561 I was thinking of going for a walk later. 544 00:29:27,735 --> 00:29:29,128 Maybe you'd like to join? 545 00:29:29,259 --> 00:29:31,130 I have work to do. 546 00:29:31,261 --> 00:29:33,654 Okay. Well, maybe tomorrow. 547 00:29:35,177 --> 00:29:39,573 It must be difficult crafting such dark and twisted stories. 548 00:29:39,791 --> 00:29:42,750 No. Actually, human nature is dark and twisted. 549 00:29:42,924 --> 00:29:45,100 You should read a newspaper. 550 00:29:45,231 --> 00:29:48,756 Well, the news only shows the dark side of life. 551 00:29:48,843 --> 00:29:51,629 You know, it doesn't talk about the millions of 552 00:29:51,716 --> 00:29:54,371 unreported acts of kindness that take place on a daily basis. 553 00:29:54,458 --> 00:29:56,111 Like Urban Genie. 554 00:29:56,286 --> 00:29:58,026 We'll do anything to help. 555 00:29:58,200 --> 00:30:00,115 For a price. 556 00:30:00,246 --> 00:30:02,292 I mean, you're not doing it out of the kindness of your heart. 557 00:30:02,379 --> 00:30:04,468 Yes I do. 558 00:30:04,598 --> 00:30:06,121 Always out of the kindness of my heart. 559 00:30:06,208 --> 00:30:07,775 Otherwise what's the point? 560 00:30:07,906 --> 00:30:11,039 You charge for your kindness. 561 00:30:11,126 --> 00:30:13,128 Well, I wish I could afford not to, 562 00:30:13,215 --> 00:30:16,349 but I still have to feed myself and scrape together rent. 563 00:30:16,480 --> 00:30:18,873 Right. So that's ulterior motive. 564 00:30:19,047 --> 00:30:21,876 Life is not a crime novel, Mr Blade! 565 00:30:22,050 --> 00:30:24,314 Well, if you're looking for a happy ending, 566 00:30:24,401 --> 00:30:26,664 it's not going to be here. 567 00:30:26,751 --> 00:30:29,014 Well, but maybe you could find something if you ever actually 568 00:30:29,144 --> 00:30:30,842 left this apartment. 569 00:30:30,929 --> 00:30:32,452 You know, the Christmas lights in the park look amazing 570 00:30:32,626 --> 00:30:34,802 this time of year. 571 00:30:37,196 --> 00:30:39,590 Did my mother put you up to this? 572 00:30:39,720 --> 00:30:41,592 Come in here and cheerfully 573 00:30:41,722 --> 00:30:44,421 annoy me until I stop being grouchy? 574 00:30:44,508 --> 00:30:46,597 Well, grouchy is as grouchy does. 575 00:30:46,684 --> 00:30:48,773 Eva, I'm happy alone. I don't need your help. 576 00:30:48,947 --> 00:30:51,776 Your mother is worried about you, 577 00:30:51,906 --> 00:30:55,170 and after meeting you and understanding you more, so am I. 578 00:30:55,257 --> 00:30:57,390 Right. 579 00:30:57,564 --> 00:31:02,961 Well writing is a solo venture and carries huge expectations. 580 00:31:03,048 --> 00:31:05,877 It demands determination, focus and commitment. 581 00:31:06,007 --> 00:31:07,313 But how can you write about life 582 00:31:07,487 --> 00:31:08,662 if you're not actually living it? 583 00:31:08,749 --> 00:31:11,186 Do you hear yourself? 584 00:31:11,361 --> 00:31:13,450 Have you ever stop to think that you have unrealistic 585 00:31:13,537 --> 00:31:15,974 and perky views on life? 586 00:31:20,935 --> 00:31:26,114 You know, you might be a good writer, 587 00:31:26,201 --> 00:31:29,204 but you are a terrible judge of character. 588 00:31:29,291 --> 00:31:30,336 Okay. 589 00:31:39,519 --> 00:31:41,521 Eva! Can I call you a cab? 590 00:31:41,695 --> 00:31:43,218 No thank you. I'm going for a walk. 591 00:31:43,349 --> 00:31:46,134 I really can't recommend that. 592 00:31:46,178 --> 00:31:48,876 Going out without a hat and a scarf on a night like this. 593 00:31:51,401 --> 00:31:53,838 This is never going to work! 594 00:31:56,014 --> 00:31:59,060 How is it possible to feel so alone 595 00:31:59,278 --> 00:32:00,888 in a city with millions of people? 596 00:32:01,019 --> 00:32:04,544 You're never alone in New York. 597 00:32:04,631 --> 00:32:07,547 Well I will be on Christmas Day. 598 00:32:10,028 --> 00:32:12,117 Why don't you come and spend it with me? 599 00:32:12,247 --> 00:32:13,901 Here. 600 00:32:14,075 --> 00:32:16,251 You're working on Christmas Day? 601 00:32:16,426 --> 00:32:18,471 Yes. 602 00:32:18,645 --> 00:32:21,126 The other doormen all have families. 603 00:32:21,169 --> 00:32:22,606 I take a little time for myself, 604 00:32:22,780 --> 00:32:24,434 and then I come back here. 605 00:32:24,608 --> 00:32:30,614 I would usually have my dog Luna to pass the morning with, 606 00:32:30,701 --> 00:32:32,659 but she passed away this summer. 607 00:32:32,746 --> 00:32:34,574 Oh, I'm so sorry. 608 00:32:34,748 --> 00:32:36,315 You must miss her. 609 00:32:36,489 --> 00:32:39,318 I do. 610 00:32:39,492 --> 00:32:42,408 But I have a little reminder. 611 00:32:52,157 --> 00:32:54,768 It's not so bad working here at Christmas. 612 00:32:54,942 --> 00:32:57,379 I mean, how lucky am I 613 00:32:57,510 --> 00:33:00,731 helping to make people's day a little brighter. 614 00:33:03,255 --> 00:33:06,388 Would you like to have breakfast together on Christmas? 615 00:33:06,519 --> 00:33:09,609 Oh, that would be wonderful! 616 00:33:09,696 --> 00:33:11,742 There must be other people too. 617 00:33:11,829 --> 00:33:14,440 I mean, I could organize something, a brunch, 618 00:33:14,571 --> 00:33:16,573 for anyone who'd rather not be alone on Christmas. 619 00:33:16,660 --> 00:33:18,662 That's a brilliant idea. 620 00:33:18,749 --> 00:33:22,230 You know what? I'll get to work, write some ideas down. 621 00:33:22,317 --> 00:33:23,536 Thank you, Charlie. 622 00:33:44,731 --> 00:33:47,429 You're still up? 623 00:33:47,560 --> 00:33:50,128 I had an idea for work. 624 00:33:50,258 --> 00:33:54,132 So I just wanted to get some notes down. 625 00:33:54,262 --> 00:33:55,873 Did you want to work out here? I can... 626 00:33:55,916 --> 00:33:57,918 Oh, no, no no no. You're fine. 627 00:33:58,092 --> 00:34:00,181 I just came back for some more pot pie. 628 00:34:01,705 --> 00:34:04,534 Well, I'm glad you like it. 629 00:34:10,801 --> 00:34:14,152 I'm glad you're using the fireplace. 630 00:34:14,282 --> 00:34:15,849 In all the time I've been here, I've never used it once. 631 00:34:16,023 --> 00:34:19,157 So. It's good to know it works. 632 00:34:19,636 --> 00:34:21,159 Really? 633 00:34:23,291 --> 00:34:27,165 If I lived here, I'd have it on every night. 634 00:34:27,295 --> 00:34:28,775 There's something about a fireplace 635 00:34:28,949 --> 00:34:31,604 that makes a house feel like a home. 636 00:34:35,347 --> 00:34:38,568 Listen, um... 637 00:34:38,655 --> 00:34:40,918 I know I've been short with you for the past couple of days 638 00:34:41,048 --> 00:34:44,225 and you don't deserve any of it. 639 00:34:44,312 --> 00:34:47,315 I'm sure me being here isn't what you expected either. 640 00:34:47,402 --> 00:34:49,622 So... I'm sorry. 641 00:34:50,667 --> 00:34:53,321 I get it. 642 00:34:53,365 --> 00:34:55,323 This is your home. 643 00:34:55,410 --> 00:34:57,195 And you weren't expecting a visitor 644 00:34:57,325 --> 00:34:59,719 barging into your personal space. 645 00:34:59,806 --> 00:35:02,287 And spreading her Christmas cheer all about the place. 646 00:35:02,330 --> 00:35:04,071 Are you always this understanding? 647 00:35:04,158 --> 00:35:06,117 Would you rather I be upset? 648 00:35:06,204 --> 00:35:08,815 Do you get upset about anything? 649 00:35:08,946 --> 00:35:12,558 Yes! Plenty of things upset me. 650 00:35:12,689 --> 00:35:15,692 Animal cruelty. 651 00:35:15,866 --> 00:35:19,260 And cabdrivers who lean on their horns. 652 00:35:19,391 --> 00:35:22,655 And people who cough without covering their mouths. 653 00:35:24,091 --> 00:35:25,615 Do you want me to go on? 654 00:35:25,745 --> 00:35:27,965 No. No. 655 00:35:28,052 --> 00:35:30,097 It's good to see that you're human. 656 00:35:30,271 --> 00:35:32,273 Well, it's good to know you can still laugh. 657 00:35:34,188 --> 00:35:36,060 Okay. 658 00:35:36,234 --> 00:35:38,628 You know, I'm not some kind of a Scrooge. 659 00:35:40,368 --> 00:35:42,980 Look, I'm not going to apologize for who I am 660 00:35:43,067 --> 00:35:45,504 and I don't expect you to either. 661 00:35:45,722 --> 00:35:47,941 I love my job, 662 00:35:48,115 --> 00:35:50,378 and well, I have to assume that you love writing, 663 00:35:50,552 --> 00:35:54,121 despite how torturous your process is. 664 00:35:58,691 --> 00:36:02,564 The thing is... 665 00:36:02,652 --> 00:36:04,741 I don't know how to conjure up the magic 666 00:36:04,828 --> 00:36:07,657 that shot me up the bestseller lists. 667 00:36:07,831 --> 00:36:11,617 I wrote my manuscript before Sally Anne died, and now... 668 00:36:11,748 --> 00:36:14,228 Now I have an agent who wants pages. 669 00:36:14,315 --> 00:36:16,013 I have a publisher that wants a bestseller. 670 00:36:16,187 --> 00:36:18,450 I have readers that want twists they've never expected. 671 00:36:18,537 --> 00:36:20,931 And my mind is just... 672 00:36:21,061 --> 00:36:23,368 Blank. 673 00:36:23,498 --> 00:36:25,849 Why do you write? 674 00:36:26,066 --> 00:36:27,677 Because I have contracts, and deadlines, and readers... 675 00:36:27,807 --> 00:36:30,984 No no no. Before that. 676 00:36:31,158 --> 00:36:34,988 What made you start writing in the first place? 677 00:36:35,162 --> 00:36:38,818 I remember, reading bedtime stories with my mom 678 00:36:38,949 --> 00:36:41,603 when I was a kid. 679 00:36:41,691 --> 00:36:44,215 I used to get so excited 680 00:36:44,389 --> 00:36:47,392 about coming up with new twists and turns to surprise her. 681 00:36:47,479 --> 00:36:48,567 You know. 682 00:36:48,610 --> 00:36:51,222 I love that. 683 00:36:52,571 --> 00:36:56,096 Well, maybe pretend that you're writing for your mother. 684 00:36:56,183 --> 00:36:58,490 For Mitzy. 685 00:36:58,577 --> 00:37:00,710 And try focusing on a few words instead of 686 00:37:00,840 --> 00:37:03,408 thinking of the whole book. 687 00:37:03,495 --> 00:37:08,065 Like, ah, making grilled cheese instead of a gourmet meal. 688 00:37:10,067 --> 00:37:14,549 Grilled cheese? 689 00:37:14,680 --> 00:37:18,684 You're a really positive person, you know that? 690 00:37:18,771 --> 00:37:22,862 Well, I prefer to be the sunshine, not the rain. 691 00:37:22,949 --> 00:37:25,430 And you're definitely not a thief. 692 00:37:25,517 --> 00:37:27,214 Although... 693 00:37:27,345 --> 00:37:29,869 A perfect criminal is always someone you least suspect. 694 00:37:33,917 --> 00:37:34,744 Anyway, I should probably... 695 00:37:34,874 --> 00:37:36,920 Yeah. 696 00:37:45,493 --> 00:37:47,757 Good night. 697 00:37:48,496 --> 00:37:49,889 Good night. 698 00:39:11,231 --> 00:39:12,885 Eva? 699 00:39:37,214 --> 00:39:39,651 It's to bring people together. 700 00:39:39,781 --> 00:39:41,827 Anyone who wants to come. 701 00:39:41,958 --> 00:39:44,656 Eva, Christmas is only a week away. 702 00:39:44,743 --> 00:39:46,179 There are a lot of things that need to fall into place 703 00:39:46,353 --> 00:39:47,964 to make this work. 704 00:39:48,138 --> 00:39:49,704 Well then I'll make it more simple. 705 00:39:49,791 --> 00:39:52,664 Um, coffee, pastries, and bacon, 706 00:39:52,794 --> 00:39:54,927 because you need to have bacon at Christmas. 707 00:39:55,101 --> 00:39:58,409 Come on, it's not about the food, it's about the people. 708 00:39:58,539 --> 00:40:00,890 And where are you getting the money for this? 709 00:40:00,977 --> 00:40:03,501 I'll use the cash I'm getting for renting my apartment. 710 00:40:03,718 --> 00:40:06,373 The keys to the cafe are yours if you want them. 711 00:40:07,809 --> 00:40:09,202 What can we do to help? 712 00:40:09,289 --> 00:40:10,203 Yes! 713 00:40:29,744 --> 00:40:33,226 So, you can put an angel on top, a star, 714 00:40:33,270 --> 00:40:35,228 or even a lucky hat. 715 00:40:35,272 --> 00:40:37,230 Whatever makes you smile. 716 00:40:37,274 --> 00:40:39,363 Create your own traditions 717 00:40:39,450 --> 00:40:41,931 and it will keep you feeling close to home. 718 00:40:42,018 --> 00:40:44,585 Even when you can't be. 719 00:40:44,803 --> 00:40:48,024 The first Christmas that I spent with my forever parents, 720 00:40:48,154 --> 00:40:49,460 they let me choose the tree topper. 721 00:40:49,634 --> 00:40:51,070 And I chose... 722 00:40:54,378 --> 00:40:56,858 My sock! 723 00:40:56,946 --> 00:41:00,906 Now, growing up in foster care I didn't have a Christmas 724 00:41:01,037 --> 00:41:03,474 stocking so I didn't really understand the tradition. 725 00:41:03,648 --> 00:41:05,302 So when they asked me what should go up at the top of the 726 00:41:05,476 --> 00:41:08,044 tree, I decided it should this! 727 00:41:08,131 --> 00:41:09,784 And they agreed, 728 00:41:10,002 --> 00:41:13,310 and we've put a sock up on top of the tree every year since. 729 00:41:13,397 --> 00:41:16,661 So, this one is for you, mom and dad. 730 00:41:29,717 --> 00:41:33,025 So, that's all for now, Genies. 731 00:41:33,156 --> 00:41:34,548 If you enjoyed the video, 732 00:41:34,635 --> 00:41:37,595 please like and subscribe to Urban Genie. 733 00:41:37,682 --> 00:41:39,945 And I'll be back soon with more Christmas Magic 734 00:41:40,119 --> 00:41:43,253 and also information about our Christmas Brunch. 735 00:41:55,352 --> 00:41:57,484 A Christmas sock? 736 00:41:58,224 --> 00:41:59,965 I can take that down. 737 00:42:00,139 --> 00:42:01,401 That was just for my blog. 738 00:42:01,575 --> 00:42:03,403 No. No no no. 739 00:42:03,577 --> 00:42:06,406 Leave it. I appreciate the originality. 740 00:42:11,237 --> 00:42:13,718 Your adoptive parents sound nice. 741 00:42:13,761 --> 00:42:15,981 They are. 742 00:42:16,025 --> 00:42:19,550 I had great foster parents growing up but just, 743 00:42:19,637 --> 00:42:21,465 nowhere really felt like home. 744 00:42:21,552 --> 00:42:23,858 I just didn't belong. 745 00:42:23,945 --> 00:42:26,165 And Ron and Dara gave me that. 746 00:42:26,252 --> 00:42:29,081 So, they are my true parents. 747 00:42:30,300 --> 00:42:33,042 You gave them something special, too. 748 00:42:35,261 --> 00:42:37,524 Thank you? 749 00:42:38,308 --> 00:42:40,353 I actually owe you a thank you. 750 00:42:40,484 --> 00:42:42,355 I took your advice about starting small 751 00:42:42,442 --> 00:42:44,531 and I wrote ten thousand words. 752 00:42:44,618 --> 00:42:46,185 -Since last night? -Uh huh. 753 00:42:46,272 --> 00:42:48,579 That's amazing. Congratulations. 754 00:42:48,753 --> 00:42:50,320 Thank you. 755 00:42:50,407 --> 00:42:51,973 And I was just thinking I wanted to take a break 756 00:42:52,104 --> 00:42:53,845 and make some grilled cheese. 757 00:42:53,975 --> 00:42:55,455 You want to join? 758 00:42:56,108 --> 00:42:59,764 Ah, yes! Yes. 759 00:42:59,894 --> 00:43:02,506 If I ever say no to food, please, call the paramedics. 760 00:43:02,636 --> 00:43:04,638 There's something wrong with me. 761 00:43:04,769 --> 00:43:05,639 Right! 762 00:43:11,993 --> 00:43:13,821 Do not touch the cheese! 763 00:43:13,952 --> 00:43:15,345 If you keep eating it, 764 00:43:15,432 --> 00:43:16,476 I will not have enough for the sandwiches. 765 00:43:16,694 --> 00:43:18,391 I was just making sure that it hasn't gone off. 766 00:43:18,522 --> 00:43:19,479 Yeah. 767 00:43:21,133 --> 00:43:23,962 You know, I knew you could cook. 768 00:43:24,136 --> 00:43:27,792 Well, the spices in your cupboard were your give away. 769 00:43:28,923 --> 00:43:31,883 Yeah, I used to cook a lot. I just... 770 00:43:31,970 --> 00:43:34,625 Lost interest, you know. 771 00:43:34,799 --> 00:43:37,758 So I noticed you had an invitation 772 00:43:37,845 --> 00:43:39,020 to the Snowflake Ball. 773 00:43:39,108 --> 00:43:40,761 I mean, that's exciting! 774 00:43:42,546 --> 00:43:45,897 Yeah, I won't be going. 775 00:43:46,027 --> 00:43:48,508 But the proceeds all go to the Children's Charity. 776 00:43:48,682 --> 00:43:52,077 I mean, it's a wonderful organization. 777 00:43:52,295 --> 00:43:54,514 You know, now that you're on a roll with the writing, 778 00:43:54,601 --> 00:43:56,821 it might be fun to have a night out. 779 00:43:56,995 --> 00:43:59,258 Emmm, I'd rather stay in. 780 00:43:59,389 --> 00:44:01,739 I'm not saying paint the town red. 781 00:44:01,869 --> 00:44:04,394 Small steps. 782 00:44:04,481 --> 00:44:07,179 'Grill cheese' your life. 783 00:44:12,576 --> 00:44:16,623 You know, contrary to what you might think, I'm not going to be 784 00:44:16,710 --> 00:44:18,321 spending the rest of my life in this apartment. 785 00:44:18,538 --> 00:44:21,889 I just, I just can't keep pretending 786 00:44:22,063 --> 00:44:24,849 like everything is okay. Like I'm okay. 787 00:44:24,936 --> 00:44:27,460 Well, you shouldn't have to pretend. 788 00:44:27,634 --> 00:44:29,941 That's why I stay away. 789 00:44:30,115 --> 00:44:32,857 Even from Mitzy? 790 00:44:32,944 --> 00:44:35,729 You know, you're very lucky to have your mother so close. 791 00:44:35,860 --> 00:44:39,255 I'd give anything for my parents to be here at Christmas. 792 00:44:39,342 --> 00:44:42,562 Well, why aren't they? 793 00:44:42,736 --> 00:44:45,565 Well, my concierge business is growing 794 00:44:45,652 --> 00:44:47,959 and I need to work through the holidays. 795 00:44:48,046 --> 00:44:50,614 And they can't afford to come to New York this year. 796 00:44:50,788 --> 00:44:53,094 So they'll come in the summer, instead. 797 00:44:53,182 --> 00:44:54,618 It will be much better. 798 00:44:54,748 --> 00:44:57,490 We can go to Central Park and picnic 799 00:44:57,664 --> 00:45:00,580 and go to Coney Island... 800 00:45:00,711 --> 00:45:03,279 Summer's still a long way off. 801 00:45:04,758 --> 00:45:07,631 Am I that much of an open book? 802 00:45:07,718 --> 00:45:12,201 More like an audio book. 803 00:46:13,784 --> 00:46:18,267 Hi. I'm calling to RSVP on behalf of Lucas Blade. 804 00:46:21,400 --> 00:46:24,577 Yes, plus one. 805 00:46:26,579 --> 00:46:30,844 ♪ I see you around everywhere I go ♪ 806 00:46:31,018 --> 00:46:33,847 ♪ At every Christmas party house ♪ 807 00:46:33,978 --> 00:46:37,590 ♪ With all the people we both know ♪ 808 00:46:37,764 --> 00:46:43,161 ♪ When I'm walking about at the shopping malls ♪ 809 00:46:43,335 --> 00:46:45,555 ♪ It seems I see you more ♪ 810 00:46:45,729 --> 00:46:49,210 ♪ Than all the elves and Santa Claus ♪ 811 00:46:49,254 --> 00:46:52,344 ♪ At Christmas time ♪ 812 00:46:52,475 --> 00:46:55,608 ♪ What if we decide to meet ♪ 813 00:46:55,782 --> 00:46:58,481 ♪ Let's pick an hour, let's pick a street ♪ 814 00:46:58,611 --> 00:47:01,222 ♪ Instead of letting Rudolph drive ♪ 815 00:47:01,353 --> 00:47:04,356 ♪ Let's take the reins this silent night ♪ 816 00:47:04,487 --> 00:47:07,054 ♪ If all the bells are jingling ♪ 817 00:47:07,228 --> 00:47:10,188 ♪ We'd better both start listening ♪ 818 00:47:10,406 --> 00:47:13,017 ♪ You and I were meant to be ♪ 819 00:47:13,147 --> 00:47:18,065 ♪ It's more than just Christmas serendipity ♪ 820 00:47:24,637 --> 00:47:27,336 ♪ At Christmas time ♪ 821 00:47:27,466 --> 00:47:30,643 ♪ It's Christmas time ♪ 822 00:47:30,861 --> 00:47:33,603 ♪ What if we decide to meet ♪ 823 00:47:33,733 --> 00:47:36,562 ♪ Let's pick an hour, let's pick a street ♪ 824 00:47:36,649 --> 00:47:39,260 ♪ Instead of letting Rudolph drive ♪ 825 00:47:39,391 --> 00:47:42,612 ♪ Let's take the reins this silent night ♪ 826 00:47:42,742 --> 00:47:45,092 ♪ If all the bells are jingling ♪ 827 00:47:45,266 --> 00:47:48,226 ♪ We'd better both start listening ♪ 828 00:47:48,400 --> 00:47:51,142 ♪ You and I were meant to be ♪ 829 00:47:51,316 --> 00:47:55,625 ♪ It's more than just Christmas serendipity ♪ 830 00:48:28,788 --> 00:48:31,965 I didn't expect you out here. 831 00:48:32,096 --> 00:48:35,055 Well, I thought I'd try something different. 832 00:48:35,229 --> 00:48:38,145 Besides, the lighting in here is somewhat inspiring. 833 00:48:38,232 --> 00:48:40,017 Why thank you. 834 00:48:41,758 --> 00:48:43,324 I take it the writing's going well then? 835 00:48:43,455 --> 00:48:45,196 Very well. 836 00:48:45,370 --> 00:48:47,764 I thought of the perfect ending today. 837 00:48:47,894 --> 00:48:50,506 I'd love to hear more, 838 00:48:50,680 --> 00:48:52,508 but I'm just here to drop off groceries. 839 00:48:52,638 --> 00:48:55,075 Well, cheese, mostly. 840 00:48:56,381 --> 00:48:58,644 Oh, I saw Mitzy today. 841 00:48:58,862 --> 00:49:00,994 You know, she asked a lot of questions, 842 00:49:01,081 --> 00:49:04,520 but I don't think she suspects anything is up. 843 00:49:05,477 --> 00:49:06,957 Thank you. 844 00:49:08,306 --> 00:49:09,481 How is she? 845 00:49:09,568 --> 00:49:11,004 Well, she's fine. 846 00:49:13,006 --> 00:49:16,140 I think she's a little lonely. 847 00:49:16,270 --> 00:49:17,924 She's not lonely. 848 00:49:18,011 --> 00:49:19,535 She's got a busier social life 849 00:49:19,622 --> 00:49:21,275 than most of the mavens in this town. 850 00:49:21,493 --> 00:49:23,495 Well, she certainly has more of a social life than you do. 851 00:49:23,582 --> 00:49:26,063 Ha! Very funny. 852 00:49:28,282 --> 00:49:31,808 What I mean is, sure, she does stuff, but you know, 853 00:49:31,895 --> 00:49:35,202 that's different from companionship, 854 00:49:35,289 --> 00:49:38,292 someone to talk to at the end of the day. 855 00:49:38,423 --> 00:49:40,120 You know? 856 00:49:41,208 --> 00:49:43,863 Yeah. I do. 857 00:49:46,300 --> 00:49:48,259 Okay, well, I'm off soon. 858 00:49:48,389 --> 00:49:50,348 Is there anything you want me to pick up? 859 00:49:50,522 --> 00:49:52,524 Actually, yes. 860 00:49:52,698 --> 00:49:53,873 I was wondering if you could help me 861 00:49:54,004 --> 00:49:57,137 with my mother's Christmas gift. 862 00:49:57,268 --> 00:49:59,836 I want to get her something really special. 863 00:49:59,966 --> 00:50:02,926 I mean, she did go above and beyond for mine. 864 00:50:04,362 --> 00:50:07,365 Well... 865 00:50:07,452 --> 00:50:10,063 Come with me. 866 00:50:10,150 --> 00:50:12,849 I can take you to some great stores. 867 00:50:12,979 --> 00:50:15,329 And you can choose something for yourself. 868 00:50:15,460 --> 00:50:17,636 Oh, I don't know. 869 00:50:17,767 --> 00:50:18,855 There's going to be too many people. 870 00:50:19,029 --> 00:50:21,379 And I hate being recognized. 871 00:50:21,553 --> 00:50:22,902 Small steps. 872 00:50:34,435 --> 00:50:37,047 Step one - coffee. 873 00:50:38,091 --> 00:50:39,832 No one is going to recognize you. 874 00:50:39,963 --> 00:50:41,094 And wearing your hat like that 875 00:50:41,225 --> 00:50:43,140 is going to draw even more attention. 876 00:50:43,227 --> 00:50:44,707 You look ridiculous. 877 00:50:45,795 --> 00:50:47,144 Hi. Can I get two mochas, please, 878 00:50:47,274 --> 00:50:48,493 with extra whipped cream on mine. 879 00:50:49,581 --> 00:50:50,669 I'm good. 880 00:50:50,843 --> 00:50:52,105 -Of course. -Thank you. 881 00:50:58,547 --> 00:51:02,202 I'm sorry to do this. But, I'm a huge fan. 882 00:51:02,333 --> 00:51:04,857 I've watched all the videos on your blog. 883 00:51:06,380 --> 00:51:10,341 Oh, that's so lovely. I'm so glad that you like them. 884 00:51:10,471 --> 00:51:13,605 Can I make a request for a gingerbread house demo? 885 00:51:13,779 --> 00:51:14,998 Absolutely! 886 00:51:15,128 --> 00:51:16,521 I'll have it up by the end of the week. 887 00:51:16,608 --> 00:51:18,001 Amazing. Thank you so much. 888 00:51:21,831 --> 00:51:23,659 Maybe you want the hat. 889 00:51:36,497 --> 00:51:39,022 Ah! Look at that. 890 00:51:39,196 --> 00:51:40,850 It's gorgeous! 891 00:51:41,024 --> 00:51:42,329 Yeah. You would look... 892 00:51:42,373 --> 00:51:45,289 I mean, if you like it, you should get it. 893 00:51:46,072 --> 00:51:47,813 Ah. 894 00:51:47,900 --> 00:51:50,033 Maybe next year. 895 00:51:51,121 --> 00:51:52,601 It's okay. 896 00:51:52,992 --> 00:51:55,691 I have something else I can wear to the Snowflake Ball. 897 00:51:55,778 --> 00:51:57,257 You're going to the Snowflake Ball? 898 00:51:57,431 --> 00:51:58,868 I am. 899 00:52:00,173 --> 00:52:03,873 I told the organizer that you were going too. 900 00:52:04,003 --> 00:52:06,615 And why would you do that? 901 00:52:06,745 --> 00:52:08,138 Well, how can you stay inspired 902 00:52:08,355 --> 00:52:10,183 within the walls of your penthouse? 903 00:52:10,357 --> 00:52:12,272 That's a big step from grilled cheese. 904 00:52:12,403 --> 00:52:13,839 Come on! You're doing so well! I mean... 905 00:52:14,057 --> 00:52:16,842 Aren't we having fun? 906 00:52:16,929 --> 00:52:18,714 Lucas, there is more to life than work. 907 00:52:18,888 --> 00:52:20,498 It's one night! 908 00:52:20,672 --> 00:52:22,282 It will be fun. 909 00:52:22,456 --> 00:52:23,980 I'll be right beside you. 910 00:52:24,197 --> 00:52:27,636 Your, ah, your wingman to save you from awkward encounters and 911 00:52:27,766 --> 00:52:31,117 keep the conversations light, and festive and impersonal. 912 00:52:31,204 --> 00:52:33,772 You know, I'm very good at small talk. 913 00:52:33,859 --> 00:52:35,513 Oh, I don't doubt that you are. 914 00:52:35,731 --> 00:52:38,124 Plus, I've never been to a glamorous ball. 915 00:52:38,342 --> 00:52:39,386 Pleeease! 916 00:52:39,560 --> 00:52:40,910 -Fine. -Oh yes! 917 00:52:46,829 --> 00:52:51,007 Any woman would love a gift from Bella Mia Diamonds. 918 00:52:51,137 --> 00:52:52,573 Back for one of those engagement rings? 919 00:52:52,704 --> 00:52:56,186 Ahh... No. No. 920 00:52:56,273 --> 00:52:58,667 No, we are looking for a brooch. 921 00:53:04,803 --> 00:53:07,153 What was that about? 922 00:53:07,327 --> 00:53:09,025 It's not a crime to admire a ring through a window! 923 00:53:09,199 --> 00:53:10,548 That's what they're there for! 924 00:53:10,635 --> 00:53:12,332 Uh huh. 925 00:53:12,419 --> 00:53:15,858 So, I'm thinking she would like something classic. 926 00:53:17,773 --> 00:53:19,165 Eva? 927 00:53:19,339 --> 00:53:22,908 Arthur! Is today ring day? 928 00:53:22,952 --> 00:53:25,606 Oh! It's beautiful. Perfect choice. 929 00:53:25,737 --> 00:53:28,000 Now I just need a hiding spot where Laura won't find it. 930 00:53:28,131 --> 00:53:30,307 Don't put it in the recycling. 931 00:53:30,481 --> 00:53:33,049 Nothing's safe in there. 932 00:53:33,136 --> 00:53:35,747 Arthur, this is my friend, Lucas. 933 00:53:35,878 --> 00:53:37,923 So very nice to meet you, Lucas. 934 00:53:38,054 --> 00:53:39,969 My girlfriend and I are such big fans! 935 00:53:41,927 --> 00:53:43,929 Ah, thank you. 936 00:53:44,147 --> 00:53:46,149 We're actually just shopping for a gift for Lucas' mother, so... 937 00:53:46,236 --> 00:53:48,542 Oh, then I won't keep you. 938 00:53:48,673 --> 00:53:50,066 I can't wait for the next book. 939 00:53:50,196 --> 00:53:51,894 Shouldn't be too long now. 940 00:53:51,981 --> 00:53:53,547 And I'll have the final mood boards and the schedule 941 00:53:53,678 --> 00:53:55,114 for the big day to you first thing in the morning. 942 00:53:55,245 --> 00:53:57,160 Sounds good. Nice meeting you. 943 00:54:04,863 --> 00:54:07,126 That wasn't so bad, was it? 944 00:54:07,257 --> 00:54:09,172 I'm telling you, I'm a pretty stellar wingman. 945 00:54:09,389 --> 00:54:12,349 Indeed you are. 946 00:54:13,654 --> 00:54:15,178 Which one you want to look at? 947 00:54:16,832 --> 00:54:18,442 -That one? -Yeah. 948 00:54:25,884 --> 00:54:28,539 So why get engaged in the park? 949 00:54:28,669 --> 00:54:32,456 Well, Arthur and Laura met in Central Park. 950 00:54:32,543 --> 00:54:36,155 She was building a snowman, and he... 951 00:54:36,329 --> 00:54:37,896 Thank you. 952 00:54:38,070 --> 00:54:40,116 Offered his scarf to complete the look. 953 00:54:40,246 --> 00:54:43,380 And the rest is history. 954 00:54:43,597 --> 00:54:48,211 And so he's hiring you to come up with his proposal? 955 00:54:51,344 --> 00:54:55,522 Arthur just needs some help focusing all of his love 956 00:54:55,696 --> 00:55:00,745 into one sweet, non-wild bird gesture. 957 00:55:02,138 --> 00:55:04,096 It's a long story. 958 00:55:04,270 --> 00:55:06,707 I have some ideas, 959 00:55:06,838 --> 00:55:10,450 it's just nothing that I'm completely in love with. 960 00:55:14,498 --> 00:55:20,460 Well, how about they go to the park to build a snowman. 961 00:55:20,547 --> 00:55:24,900 And then he hands her different things, like clothing, 962 00:55:25,074 --> 00:55:26,727 vegetables, branches. 963 00:55:26,815 --> 00:55:29,861 And then in the end, hands her is the ring. 964 00:55:31,602 --> 00:55:33,038 Okay. That's perfect! 965 00:55:35,432 --> 00:55:37,216 Well, who knew there was a romantic 966 00:55:37,390 --> 00:55:41,003 buried in there, deep down somewhere? 967 00:55:41,090 --> 00:55:45,442 No, I'm just a humble writer with a knack for predicting 968 00:55:45,529 --> 00:55:48,575 human nature and plotting inevitabilities. 969 00:55:48,662 --> 00:55:52,188 See, you plan for when they can't live without each other. 970 00:55:52,275 --> 00:55:55,321 I write for when they can't live with each other anymore. 971 00:55:56,409 --> 00:55:58,411 Oh, please! 972 00:55:58,585 --> 00:56:01,458 You know, I never understood why people 973 00:56:01,588 --> 00:56:04,330 spend so much energy on the proposal. 974 00:56:04,548 --> 00:56:06,898 When the most important thing 975 00:56:06,985 --> 00:56:08,117 is every step of the relationship. 976 00:56:08,247 --> 00:56:10,380 Well, it's a grand gesture. 977 00:56:10,510 --> 00:56:12,077 Oh okay. 978 00:56:12,208 --> 00:56:13,949 How has your optimism about love 979 00:56:14,079 --> 00:56:16,081 remained unscathed for so long? 980 00:56:17,256 --> 00:56:21,173 Well, no. I am not unscathed. 981 00:56:22,653 --> 00:56:27,266 No, I've dated some serious losers. 982 00:56:27,353 --> 00:56:29,703 Okay. So... 983 00:56:29,834 --> 00:56:34,883 That hasn't changed your view on happily-ever-afters? 984 00:56:34,970 --> 00:56:37,146 No. 985 00:56:38,277 --> 00:56:40,366 I can still believe in true love 986 00:56:40,453 --> 00:56:44,283 without believing all relationships are perfect. 987 00:56:44,457 --> 00:56:47,417 The same way I still believe in Santa. 988 00:56:49,462 --> 00:56:52,988 Okay, well, Santa aside... 989 00:56:53,118 --> 00:56:57,601 Have you ever been in love? 990 00:56:59,733 --> 00:57:01,083 No. 991 00:57:03,563 --> 00:57:05,304 But it's on my bucket list. 992 00:57:05,435 --> 00:57:06,349 Ah! 993 00:57:08,612 --> 00:57:16,402 Well, the type of love you're looking for, doesn't exist. 994 00:57:17,926 --> 00:57:19,405 And I will prove you wrong. 995 00:57:19,579 --> 00:57:21,712 Oh, well I hope that you do. 996 00:57:26,064 --> 00:57:28,153 Arthur loves your proposal! 997 00:57:28,284 --> 00:57:29,459 You're good to go for Friday. 998 00:57:29,546 --> 00:57:31,069 Oh great! 999 00:57:31,156 --> 00:57:33,506 Actually it was Lucas' idea. 1000 00:57:33,680 --> 00:57:36,945 You talked to Lucas about Arthur's proposal? 1001 00:57:36,988 --> 00:57:40,426 Well, we bumped into Arthur when we were Christmas shopping. 1002 00:57:40,557 --> 00:57:43,168 You two went Christmas shopping together? 1003 00:57:43,342 --> 00:57:45,388 I thought he was a bit of a scrooge. 1004 00:57:45,518 --> 00:57:47,912 You know, he's starting to come around. 1005 00:57:48,043 --> 00:57:49,261 We went to Bella Mia Diamonds. 1006 00:57:49,348 --> 00:57:51,524 You went Christmas shopping 1007 00:57:51,568 --> 00:57:55,006 with Lucas Blade at Bella Mia Diamonds? 1008 00:57:55,180 --> 00:57:56,747 It was nothing. 1009 00:57:56,965 --> 00:57:59,924 We both had things we had to buy, so why not go together? 1010 00:58:00,098 --> 00:58:02,057 What is going on? 1011 00:58:02,144 --> 00:58:04,450 You like him! 1012 00:58:04,581 --> 00:58:07,453 It doesn't matter if I like him. 1013 00:58:07,584 --> 00:58:10,021 He's completely uninterested in romance and, 1014 00:58:10,065 --> 00:58:13,416 I get it, he's been through a lot. 1015 00:58:13,503 --> 00:58:15,331 So we are just friends. 1016 00:58:15,505 --> 00:58:18,160 Mmm hmm. Just friends. 1017 00:58:37,701 --> 00:58:39,137 Come in. 1018 00:58:43,272 --> 00:58:46,275 Merry Christmas. 1019 00:58:46,449 --> 00:58:49,234 But it's not Christmas. 1020 00:58:49,365 --> 00:58:51,280 You're supposed to say that 1021 00:58:51,367 --> 00:58:53,282 when you give someone a Christmas gift. 1022 00:58:53,499 --> 00:58:54,761 Well, you shouldn't have. 1023 00:58:54,935 --> 00:58:56,415 I don't think there's anything I need. 1024 00:58:56,589 --> 00:58:59,505 Well, that's a matter of opinion. 1025 00:58:59,679 --> 00:59:03,466 Oh! You got me a Jane Austen? 1026 00:59:03,553 --> 00:59:06,469 You need to discover another side of reading. 1027 00:59:06,643 --> 00:59:09,124 Not all relationships end in death and misery 1028 00:59:09,298 --> 00:59:11,561 like in your books. 1029 00:59:11,648 --> 00:59:16,653 The story is emotionally complex and, most importantly, 1030 00:59:16,783 --> 00:59:18,307 it has a happy ending. 1031 00:59:18,437 --> 00:59:19,612 And it's all fiction. 1032 00:59:19,786 --> 00:59:24,617 Jane Austen herself never actually married. 1033 00:59:24,748 --> 00:59:27,751 The mere fact that Jane Austen never found a Mr Darcy 1034 00:59:27,838 --> 00:59:30,362 does not mean she never found love. 1035 00:59:30,493 --> 00:59:33,539 Not everything has to be doom and gloom. 1036 00:59:33,626 --> 00:59:35,106 So let me get this straight. 1037 00:59:35,193 --> 00:59:38,631 You want me to write happy thrillers? 1038 00:59:40,981 --> 00:59:43,027 It could be a whole new genre. 1039 00:59:43,201 --> 00:59:45,160 Your next big hit! 1040 00:59:54,343 --> 00:59:57,737 Okay so the icing is a little thinner 1041 00:59:57,824 --> 01:00:00,827 than I would have hoped for, but I think we'll be okay. 1042 01:00:01,001 --> 01:00:02,699 So, uh... 1043 01:00:06,920 --> 01:00:09,097 This is a disaster. 1044 01:00:16,930 --> 01:00:18,193 Help! 1045 01:00:20,064 --> 01:00:22,110 Help! 1046 01:00:23,589 --> 01:00:24,677 Help! 1047 01:00:30,944 --> 01:00:33,033 Yes. Could you just... 1048 01:00:33,251 --> 01:00:35,079 Can you just put some icing on the corner there? 1049 01:00:35,210 --> 01:00:36,472 -There? -Yeah. 1050 01:00:36,559 --> 01:00:37,777 Okay. 1051 01:00:39,257 --> 01:00:41,520 A bit more. Perfect. Perfect. 1052 01:00:41,694 --> 01:00:44,436 And, we're going to put it around here now. 1053 01:00:44,567 --> 01:00:45,698 There? 1054 01:00:48,266 --> 01:00:49,876 And grab a jujube. 1055 01:00:52,270 --> 01:00:53,576 And eat it. 1056 01:00:56,274 --> 01:00:59,799 So, remember, not everything goes according to plan, 1057 01:00:59,886 --> 01:01:01,105 but it's still edible. 1058 01:01:01,236 --> 01:01:03,716 So, moment of truth! 1059 01:01:06,154 --> 01:01:08,286 Ta-da! 1060 01:01:11,681 --> 01:01:13,422 -I see what you did there. -Uh hmm. 1061 01:01:16,251 --> 01:01:17,948 Where you expecting something? 1062 01:01:19,515 --> 01:01:20,429 Yup. 1063 01:01:31,353 --> 01:01:32,615 It's addressed to you. 1064 01:01:36,749 --> 01:01:38,273 What is it? 1065 01:01:38,403 --> 01:01:41,363 I don't know. You have to open it. 1066 01:01:53,462 --> 01:01:55,551 You did this? 1067 01:01:55,594 --> 01:01:57,422 You said you liked the dress. So... 1068 01:01:59,903 --> 01:02:03,036 I do. 1069 01:02:03,167 --> 01:02:05,778 I love the dress! 1070 01:02:07,998 --> 01:02:09,304 -Lucas... -Come on. 1071 01:02:09,521 --> 01:02:12,785 You got me a Christmas gift, this is mine to you. 1072 01:02:15,962 --> 01:02:22,752 You know, ah, for a cynic, you can be pretty thoughtful. 1073 01:02:22,926 --> 01:02:24,971 I just thought, since we're going to the Snowflake Ball, 1074 01:02:25,102 --> 01:02:27,147 we may as well look good. 1075 01:02:27,278 --> 01:02:29,933 I got my tuxedo cleaned. 1076 01:02:30,063 --> 01:02:32,675 Wait, are you, are you telling me you're actually 1077 01:02:32,805 --> 01:02:34,198 looking forward to going out for the evening? 1078 01:02:34,372 --> 01:02:36,635 No. No. But I know you are. 1079 01:02:49,387 --> 01:02:51,911 Your ride is waiting for you. 1080 01:02:51,998 --> 01:02:53,696 Thank you. 1081 01:02:53,783 --> 01:02:56,002 Now all I need is my date. 1082 01:02:57,917 --> 01:03:01,007 I wonder what could possibly be taking her so long? 1083 01:03:01,094 --> 01:03:02,618 Patience, Mr Blade. 1084 01:03:02,792 --> 01:03:04,794 She is well worth the wait. 1085 01:03:28,470 --> 01:03:32,038 You look incredible. 1086 01:03:33,126 --> 01:03:35,172 Well look at you! 1087 01:03:35,303 --> 01:03:36,956 You clean up well. 1088 01:04:08,945 --> 01:04:11,208 Hey, let yourself go a little. 1089 01:04:11,295 --> 01:04:14,342 You might be surprised how fun it is to talk to other humans. 1090 01:04:15,604 --> 01:04:16,735 Look, I know that you're scared... 1091 01:04:16,866 --> 01:04:20,260 I'm not scared. I'm just taking it all in. 1092 01:04:20,391 --> 01:04:22,437 Well, I'm right here beside you. 1093 01:04:22,611 --> 01:04:24,090 Your wingman. 1094 01:04:32,142 --> 01:04:34,927 All of the ladies are looking at you. 1095 01:04:35,014 --> 01:04:36,581 It's the tuxedo. 1096 01:04:41,194 --> 01:04:42,892 Lucas! 1097 01:04:43,022 --> 01:04:45,329 We're so thrilled you could join us this evening. 1098 01:04:45,503 --> 01:04:47,287 Thank you so much for your generous donation. 1099 01:04:47,418 --> 01:04:48,506 My pleasure. 1100 01:04:48,680 --> 01:04:49,812 We'll have you set up over there 1101 01:04:49,986 --> 01:04:51,161 for the book signing after the performance. 1102 01:04:51,248 --> 01:04:52,815 Great. Thanks. 1103 01:04:54,207 --> 01:04:55,731 You're signing books? 1104 01:04:55,905 --> 01:04:58,647 It's for the Children's Charity. 1105 01:04:58,734 --> 01:05:01,998 Someone told me it was for a wonderful cause. 1106 01:05:02,520 --> 01:05:03,782 Shall we? 1107 01:05:21,234 --> 01:05:23,323 You better be careful. 1108 01:05:23,498 --> 01:05:25,238 You're enjoying Christmas music. 1109 01:06:02,754 --> 01:06:05,017 Well well well. 1110 01:06:05,148 --> 01:06:07,237 I couldn't possibly let another minute go by without 1111 01:06:07,411 --> 01:06:09,369 introducing myself to the most beautiful woman here. 1112 01:06:09,500 --> 01:06:11,110 Well thank you. 1113 01:06:11,241 --> 01:06:12,285 What's your name? 1114 01:06:12,372 --> 01:06:14,549 -I am Jason. -Jason. 1115 01:06:14,679 --> 01:06:16,333 Keep that card. You're going to be glad you have it. 1116 01:06:17,595 --> 01:06:18,770 -And you are? -Eva. 1117 01:06:18,857 --> 01:06:20,685 Eva. Pleasure to meet you. 1118 01:06:20,903 --> 01:06:22,818 A beautiful name for a beautiful woman. 1119 01:06:22,992 --> 01:06:24,863 Well, thank you very much. 1120 01:06:24,950 --> 01:06:26,212 So what brings you here tonight? 1121 01:06:26,343 --> 01:06:28,301 Well, he's the good looking one and I'm the brains 1122 01:06:28,432 --> 01:06:29,607 and I'm the money, so... 1123 01:06:29,694 --> 01:06:31,783 Hey hey hey! No way, Lucas! 1124 01:06:31,870 --> 01:06:33,524 I didn't think you'd be back from Vermont. 1125 01:06:33,698 --> 01:06:35,918 He just come home for the evening. 1126 01:06:36,048 --> 01:06:38,224 I assume the book is coming along then? 1127 01:06:38,311 --> 01:06:39,312 All thanks to Eva. 1128 01:06:39,399 --> 01:06:40,488 Oh! 1129 01:06:42,446 --> 01:06:43,621 Are you two...? 1130 01:06:43,795 --> 01:06:45,231 No. 1131 01:06:47,190 --> 01:06:48,452 Great to see you signing books, man. 1132 01:06:48,583 --> 01:06:49,932 That's great press. 1133 01:06:50,149 --> 01:06:51,716 I didn't do it for the press. 1134 01:06:51,803 --> 01:06:53,849 He didn't do it for the press! 1135 01:06:54,023 --> 01:06:55,938 I can't wait to read it, man. 1136 01:06:57,983 --> 01:07:00,159 I'm gonna get a drink. 1137 01:07:00,246 --> 01:07:01,596 Eva, I'll see you later. 1138 01:07:01,813 --> 01:07:03,641 See you... later. 1139 01:07:04,816 --> 01:07:07,689 Lu-Cas! Lu-Cas! Lu-Cas! 1140 01:07:10,082 --> 01:07:11,519 Yuck! 1141 01:07:11,693 --> 01:07:13,346 He seems like a nice guy. 1142 01:07:13,477 --> 01:07:16,785 Oh he's a fine agent, but he's not ah, nice. 1143 01:07:16,872 --> 01:07:18,787 He's not your knight in shining armor. 1144 01:07:18,917 --> 01:07:21,920 Why do you care so much? 1145 01:07:23,574 --> 01:07:27,926 I just don't want you being taken advantage of. 1146 01:07:29,449 --> 01:07:32,452 Well, I can take care of myself. 1147 01:07:32,540 --> 01:07:34,063 Thank you very much. 1148 01:08:06,922 --> 01:08:09,838 You're home early. 1149 01:08:10,012 --> 01:08:11,535 Yeah. 1150 01:08:11,666 --> 01:08:13,363 Well, you were right. 1151 01:08:13,450 --> 01:08:15,844 Jason is not a gentleman. 1152 01:08:16,018 --> 01:08:19,238 He's certainly not the man for me. 1153 01:08:19,325 --> 01:08:22,241 And those canapes do not add up to a single full meal 1154 01:08:22,328 --> 01:08:25,027 no matter how many you eat. 1155 01:08:25,114 --> 01:08:27,246 I'm sorry to hear that. 1156 01:08:28,726 --> 01:08:31,816 You know what? Maybe you're right about love too. 1157 01:08:31,903 --> 01:08:36,908 You know maybe I do have an unrealistic view of the world. 1158 01:08:37,082 --> 01:08:39,476 -Eva, maybe I was wrong... -You know what, Lucas. 1159 01:08:39,563 --> 01:08:41,957 You might be okay on your own, 1160 01:08:42,087 --> 01:08:45,700 but I want to share my life with someone. 1161 01:08:45,874 --> 01:08:48,964 I want to find love. 1162 01:08:49,051 --> 01:08:52,750 The kind of love that my parents have. 1163 01:08:52,837 --> 01:08:55,274 Why doesn't it want to find me? 1164 01:08:56,580 --> 01:08:58,190 You know what? Excuse me! 1165 01:08:59,148 --> 01:09:00,584 I have a Christmas wedding proposal 1166 01:09:00,715 --> 01:09:02,064 to prepare for tomorrow. 1167 01:09:12,204 --> 01:09:14,859 I can't believe it's actually time. 1168 01:09:14,946 --> 01:09:16,687 This is your moment, Arthur. 1169 01:09:16,861 --> 01:09:18,210 You can do this. 1170 01:09:18,341 --> 01:09:19,734 And if you get nervous, just... 1171 01:09:19,821 --> 01:09:21,474 Look to Laura. 1172 01:09:21,561 --> 01:09:23,651 And you'll know what to say. 1173 01:09:23,781 --> 01:09:25,174 Do you have the ring? 1174 01:09:25,261 --> 01:09:26,654 Okay! 1175 01:09:26,784 --> 01:09:29,221 Well go on! Get engaged! 1176 01:10:05,344 --> 01:10:06,694 -It's looking good. -It is looking good. 1177 01:10:20,795 --> 01:10:24,189 One more thing... 1178 01:10:24,320 --> 01:10:25,843 Oh, wait! 1179 01:10:26,017 --> 01:10:27,932 This isn't for the snowman. 1180 01:10:33,372 --> 01:10:34,809 Yes! 1181 01:10:49,562 --> 01:10:53,610 Even I have to admit that was pretty sweet. 1182 01:10:53,697 --> 01:10:56,047 They look really happy together. 1183 01:11:02,662 --> 01:11:04,273 I think you forgot this. 1184 01:11:07,450 --> 01:11:09,147 Thank you! 1185 01:11:16,328 --> 01:11:18,722 Well, I'm about ready to curl up in front of the fire 1186 01:11:18,896 --> 01:11:21,116 and not move until New Years. 1187 01:11:21,246 --> 01:11:25,381 Actually, I have a different idea. 1188 01:11:25,555 --> 01:11:29,385 How about you and I walk this way for a bit? 1189 01:11:31,735 --> 01:11:33,476 What about your draft? 1190 01:11:33,563 --> 01:11:35,521 I finished it. 1191 01:11:35,652 --> 01:11:37,828 And I need some space from it so I can tackle it again. 1192 01:11:37,959 --> 01:11:40,309 -You finished it? -Yeah. Oddly enough. 1193 01:11:40,439 --> 01:11:42,485 Wow. 1194 01:11:43,442 --> 01:11:45,314 This time you must have been well fed. 1195 01:11:45,444 --> 01:11:48,360 Well, this time I was inspired. 1196 01:11:50,319 --> 01:11:53,801 Listen, I was bothered by what you said last night. 1197 01:11:53,931 --> 01:11:55,324 I think of all people 1198 01:11:55,454 --> 01:11:58,414 you really deserve love in your life. 1199 01:11:58,544 --> 01:12:02,113 I would hate it if anything I said changed your views. 1200 01:12:02,244 --> 01:12:06,683 It was probably the champagne. 1201 01:12:06,814 --> 01:12:12,994 But I wonder who I do it all for sometimes, you know? 1202 01:12:13,081 --> 01:12:16,301 Well, I know it's your job to bring joy during Christmas, 1203 01:12:16,432 --> 01:12:18,347 but I think you deserve to be happy too. 1204 01:12:23,831 --> 01:12:25,049 You did this? 1205 01:12:25,180 --> 01:12:27,095 Yeah. I got you a driver. 1206 01:12:27,225 --> 01:12:29,053 He'll drive you around to sightsee... 1207 01:12:29,184 --> 01:12:32,535 Oh, thank you! Thank you. 1208 01:12:32,622 --> 01:12:34,754 Thank you. If it wasn't for you, 1209 01:12:34,885 --> 01:12:36,800 I'd probably still be stuck in my penthouse. 1210 01:12:36,887 --> 01:12:38,236 Staring at a blank screen. 1211 01:12:45,200 --> 01:12:46,114 Go. 1212 01:12:46,288 --> 01:12:48,638 Go ahead. Be happy. 1213 01:12:48,768 --> 01:12:50,335 'Tis the season. 1214 01:13:14,751 --> 01:13:16,187 Hey! 1215 01:13:16,274 --> 01:13:17,885 I can't thank you enough. 1216 01:13:17,972 --> 01:13:20,452 We had the most wonderful day. 1217 01:13:20,583 --> 01:13:22,933 We went skating at the Rockefeller Center. 1218 01:13:23,107 --> 01:13:27,416 And had lunch at the Plaza, top of the Empire State Building. 1219 01:13:27,633 --> 01:13:29,461 They're resting at the hotel now. 1220 01:13:29,548 --> 01:13:32,160 But, thank you. 1221 01:13:32,377 --> 01:13:35,163 I'm glad to hear that. 1222 01:13:35,250 --> 01:13:37,513 I was thinking of making some hot chocolate 1223 01:13:37,687 --> 01:13:38,862 and sitting by the fire. 1224 01:13:38,993 --> 01:13:41,212 Oh, I can't tonight. 1225 01:13:41,386 --> 01:13:43,388 It's Christmas Eve. 1226 01:13:43,519 --> 01:13:46,435 Yeah, I have, I have a lot of work to do. 1227 01:13:46,522 --> 01:13:48,828 What? Someone has to read those pages? 1228 01:13:49,046 --> 01:13:51,831 Tomorrow? On Christmas Day? 1229 01:13:51,962 --> 01:13:55,444 I don't think so. Come and take a break with me. 1230 01:13:56,706 --> 01:13:59,013 I don't think that's a good idea. 1231 01:14:02,930 --> 01:14:06,934 Why did you fly my parents here? 1232 01:14:07,108 --> 01:14:09,937 Because, as I said, I think you deserve to be happy. 1233 01:14:11,112 --> 01:14:15,551 So why are you avoiding me? 1234 01:14:15,725 --> 01:14:18,206 Eva, we spent the last several days together, 1235 01:14:18,380 --> 01:14:20,643 doing everything, side by side. 1236 01:14:20,773 --> 01:14:22,471 I'm plenty distracted. 1237 01:14:22,645 --> 01:14:25,648 I just need to focus on the second draft of my manuscript. 1238 01:14:25,691 --> 01:14:28,085 So I'm just a distraction to you? 1239 01:14:28,172 --> 01:14:29,521 No, that's not what I said. 1240 01:14:30,392 --> 01:14:32,089 Eva! Eva! 1241 01:14:38,922 --> 01:14:40,706 Okay. Where are you going? 1242 01:14:43,144 --> 01:14:44,884 You know what? I've decorated for the holidays. 1243 01:14:44,972 --> 01:14:46,451 Check. 1244 01:14:46,669 --> 01:14:48,453 There's food in your freezer. 1245 01:14:48,627 --> 01:14:49,672 Check. 1246 01:14:49,759 --> 01:14:51,761 And your writer's block is gone. 1247 01:14:51,848 --> 01:14:54,590 So my work here is done! 1248 01:14:54,764 --> 01:14:58,637 Pretend like I don't know how to read people. 1249 01:14:58,768 --> 01:15:00,422 Why are you so upset? 1250 01:15:00,552 --> 01:15:02,511 This is your favorite time of year! 1251 01:15:02,598 --> 01:15:04,295 Because... 1252 01:15:04,469 --> 01:15:08,082 I like you, Lucas. 1253 01:15:08,256 --> 01:15:11,259 I like you a lot. 1254 01:15:11,433 --> 01:15:14,392 I might even be falling in love with you. 1255 01:15:19,528 --> 01:15:22,400 I don't know what to do with that. 1256 01:15:22,531 --> 01:15:24,359 My life's been more surprise twist endings 1257 01:15:24,489 --> 01:15:26,970 than happy fairy tale ones... 1258 01:15:30,147 --> 01:15:34,412 I don't know how to give you what you need. 1259 01:15:37,154 --> 01:15:41,854 All I want is to love someone. 1260 01:15:41,985 --> 01:15:45,380 And for them to love me back. 1261 01:15:45,554 --> 01:15:50,950 To me, that's the fairy tale. 1262 01:15:51,081 --> 01:15:54,693 I'm sure that I'm falling in love with you and... 1263 01:15:54,867 --> 01:15:59,742 I know that this has been fast and maybe it's crazy 1264 01:15:59,872 --> 01:16:03,180 to say these words after such a short time, but, 1265 01:16:03,311 --> 01:16:06,792 you make me happy. 1266 01:16:06,879 --> 01:16:09,099 I've never once had to put on an act 1267 01:16:09,143 --> 01:16:12,059 or hide how I felt with you. 1268 01:16:12,102 --> 01:16:16,672 This feels honest. And real. 1269 01:16:18,804 --> 01:16:27,509 You say I make you happy, but how? 1270 01:16:27,639 --> 01:16:30,773 By being you. 1271 01:16:30,947 --> 01:16:33,732 So just... 1272 01:16:33,863 --> 01:16:37,127 Admit that you have feelings for me too and 1273 01:16:37,301 --> 01:16:41,175 we can spend the rest of our lives making each other happy. 1274 01:17:07,679 --> 01:17:10,813 I'll leave you alone then. 1275 01:17:12,031 --> 01:17:13,859 I'll be at the Plaza with my parents... 1276 01:17:15,513 --> 01:17:17,428 In case you change your mind. 1277 01:17:44,890 --> 01:17:52,246 ♪ Put on a fire And our favorite song ♪ 1278 01:17:52,420 --> 01:17:58,600 ♪ Cause all I can think of is you ♪ 1279 01:17:58,687 --> 01:18:06,042 ♪ Left some presents Underneath the tree ♪ 1280 01:18:06,173 --> 01:18:12,309 ♪ And there's one waiting there for you ♪ 1281 01:18:12,440 --> 01:18:18,707 ♪ I wanna pretend That I'm doing fine ♪ 1282 01:18:18,881 --> 01:18:25,670 ♪ But I can't be happy no matter how hard I try ♪ 1283 01:18:28,760 --> 01:18:30,414 Can you just put some icing on the corner there? 1284 01:18:30,501 --> 01:18:31,415 Just do... Yeah. 1285 01:18:31,502 --> 01:18:32,547 -There? -Yeah. 1286 01:18:32,634 --> 01:18:33,765 Okay. 1287 01:18:34,026 --> 01:18:36,855 Uh huh. Yeah. Bit more. Perfect. Perfect. 1288 01:18:36,986 --> 01:18:39,162 And we're going to put it right here now. 1289 01:18:39,249 --> 01:18:41,643 - Right there? - Uh huh. Perfect. 1290 01:18:41,773 --> 01:18:43,949 And grab a jujube. 1291 01:18:44,123 --> 01:18:45,690 And eat it. 1292 01:18:47,605 --> 01:18:50,217 Remember, not everything goes according to plan... 1293 01:18:50,304 --> 01:18:52,306 ♪ It don't feel like Christmas Without your love ♪ 1294 01:18:52,436 --> 01:18:54,090 ♪ Without your love ♪ 1295 01:18:54,177 --> 01:18:57,876 ♪ Don't feel like Christmas ♪ 1296 01:18:58,050 --> 01:19:00,270 ♪ Without your love ♪ 1297 01:19:05,623 --> 01:19:08,974 I always thought falling in love was supposed to be easier. 1298 01:19:09,105 --> 01:19:12,151 Nothing in life is easy. 1299 01:19:12,326 --> 01:19:15,938 And love is not an exception. 1300 01:19:17,505 --> 01:19:20,203 I love him. 1301 01:19:20,377 --> 01:19:23,293 And I'm sure that he loves me. 1302 01:19:23,424 --> 01:19:25,034 This should be so simple. 1303 01:19:25,121 --> 01:19:26,514 I'm going to kill him! 1304 01:19:26,688 --> 01:19:30,082 With love, of course. 1305 01:19:30,257 --> 01:19:32,520 Dad! 1306 01:19:32,650 --> 01:19:35,914 You can't force someone to love me. 1307 01:19:36,045 --> 01:19:39,527 Anybody who doesn't love you is a nitwit. 1308 01:19:39,701 --> 01:19:42,356 We love you, sweetheart. 1309 01:19:43,835 --> 01:19:45,620 I know that. 1310 01:20:28,053 --> 01:20:29,620 Peanut! 1311 01:20:38,716 --> 01:20:40,675 Lucas! 1312 01:20:40,762 --> 01:20:43,852 Oh darling, what a wonderful surprise! 1313 01:20:46,028 --> 01:20:47,899 How was Vermont? 1314 01:20:47,986 --> 01:20:50,815 We both know I wasn't in Vermont. 1315 01:20:50,902 --> 01:20:52,948 Oh? 1316 01:20:53,122 --> 01:20:54,602 You look pale, honey. 1317 01:20:54,689 --> 01:20:56,125 Have you been working through the night again? 1318 01:20:56,212 --> 01:20:58,127 Okay, Mom. I'm not stupid. 1319 01:20:58,301 --> 01:21:02,349 Stubborn and occasionally wrong, but never stupid. 1320 01:21:05,308 --> 01:21:07,441 So why'd you do it? 1321 01:21:10,487 --> 01:21:15,187 Well, if you have to ask the question, then evidently, 1322 01:21:15,318 --> 01:21:18,147 you didn't spend much time talking to Eva. 1323 01:21:21,411 --> 01:21:23,892 So she's gone... 1324 01:21:24,022 --> 01:21:26,764 And presumably that's what you wanted? 1325 01:21:29,201 --> 01:21:31,421 So what's the problem? 1326 01:21:32,379 --> 01:21:37,122 I'm, ah, madly in love with her. 1327 01:21:43,912 --> 01:21:46,828 I mean, how can I be in love with someone who has her 1328 01:21:47,002 --> 01:21:49,526 portrait taken with Santa Claus and a dog? 1329 01:21:49,657 --> 01:21:53,922 Eva loves life, darling, and she's not afraid to live it. 1330 01:21:56,968 --> 01:21:58,796 Yeah, but it can't be that simple. 1331 01:21:58,927 --> 01:22:01,538 Your father and I married quickly. 1332 01:22:01,669 --> 01:22:03,105 Yeah, but that was different times. 1333 01:22:03,322 --> 01:22:05,150 And we were together for several decades. 1334 01:22:05,237 --> 01:22:08,719 He proposed to me after two weeks. 1335 01:22:08,850 --> 01:22:13,420 When you find a love like this you can't let it go. 1336 01:22:15,247 --> 01:22:19,687 Love is a gift, Lucas, it's not a curse. 1337 01:22:21,036 --> 01:22:23,865 Listen, I was just about to step out. 1338 01:22:24,039 --> 01:22:27,521 I've got a Christmas Brunch I have to go to. 1339 01:22:28,130 --> 01:22:29,914 Eva's brunch? 1340 01:22:30,001 --> 01:22:31,873 Yes. 1341 01:22:31,960 --> 01:22:33,918 Would you like to come with me? 1342 01:22:34,049 --> 01:22:36,181 I don't know. 1343 01:22:36,268 --> 01:22:37,618 I just feel like I messed everything up. 1344 01:22:37,792 --> 01:22:39,141 I don't know if I can fix it. 1345 01:22:40,577 --> 01:22:41,926 Darling... 1346 01:22:42,100 --> 01:22:45,495 There's an app for that! Yes. 1347 01:22:53,808 --> 01:22:55,592 Charlie meet Simon. 1348 01:22:55,723 --> 01:22:58,029 Simon meet your new forever home. 1349 01:22:58,116 --> 01:23:01,337 Ho ho ho! Simon! 1350 01:23:01,468 --> 01:23:02,556 Hello! 1351 01:23:02,773 --> 01:23:04,471 Congratulations Charlie. 1352 01:23:04,645 --> 01:23:06,734 Hello! What a good dog. 1353 01:23:06,908 --> 01:23:08,692 This is wonderful! 1354 01:23:13,654 --> 01:23:15,394 How are you holding up? 1355 01:23:15,525 --> 01:23:18,093 You know nothing can break my Christmas spirit. 1356 01:23:18,223 --> 01:23:20,399 Not with all these cute pups about. 1357 01:23:20,487 --> 01:23:22,576 -But... -But what! 1358 01:23:22,663 --> 01:23:24,229 Look at what you did! 1359 01:23:24,403 --> 01:23:25,970 Look at this place! 1360 01:23:26,057 --> 01:23:28,582 You brought everybody together. 1361 01:23:28,712 --> 01:23:30,932 They're having a wonderful Christmas. 1362 01:23:31,149 --> 01:23:33,630 And I'm trying to as well. 1363 01:23:33,761 --> 01:23:36,154 I'm so happy that my parents are here. 1364 01:23:36,241 --> 01:23:37,939 And you. 1365 01:23:38,026 --> 01:23:40,507 You're like family to me. 1366 01:23:40,594 --> 01:23:41,986 But? 1367 01:23:42,160 --> 01:23:45,163 But there's someone missing. 1368 01:23:45,250 --> 01:23:47,992 Who falls in love after just a few weeks? 1369 01:23:48,079 --> 01:23:49,516 I mean, that's crazy, right? 1370 01:23:49,690 --> 01:23:51,692 Is it? 1371 01:23:51,822 --> 01:23:53,998 There's no timeline to fall in love, Eva. 1372 01:23:59,961 --> 01:24:01,702 The client needs help picking a present 1373 01:24:01,832 --> 01:24:03,051 for the love of their life. 1374 01:24:03,181 --> 01:24:04,705 -A-Sap. -What? 1375 01:24:04,879 --> 01:24:06,750 Why would they leave it until now? 1376 01:24:06,837 --> 01:24:10,058 It's already way beyond last minute to buy a Christmas gift. 1377 01:24:10,188 --> 01:24:12,800 They're willing to pay triple the holiday rates. 1378 01:24:12,887 --> 01:24:15,019 They requested you. 1379 01:24:15,106 --> 01:24:16,891 Fine. 1380 01:24:17,065 --> 01:24:19,502 There better be bacon for me when I get back. 1381 01:24:19,589 --> 01:24:22,200 I'll take care of everything until you get back. 1382 01:24:22,374 --> 01:24:23,550 And then, we're going to really going to celebrate. 1383 01:24:23,680 --> 01:24:24,812 Okay. 1384 01:24:28,859 --> 01:24:30,861 You're leaving? Is everything okay? 1385 01:24:31,035 --> 01:24:32,559 I just have to zip out and fulfill a wish. 1386 01:24:32,689 --> 01:24:33,734 I'll be back in no time. 1387 01:24:33,864 --> 01:24:35,649 I'll fetch a car. 1388 01:24:35,823 --> 01:24:38,260 Charlie, you're not working today. 1389 01:24:38,390 --> 01:24:39,566 You don't have to do that. 1390 01:24:39,653 --> 01:24:41,219 For my favorite Christmas Genie? 1391 01:24:41,306 --> 01:24:42,569 I insist. 1392 01:24:46,050 --> 01:24:47,748 Don't worry. He'll be back. 1393 01:24:52,100 --> 01:24:54,058 No. No no no no no. 1394 01:24:56,017 --> 01:24:57,235 Your ride. 1395 01:25:02,327 --> 01:25:05,026 And I was asked to give you this. 1396 01:25:10,118 --> 01:25:11,946 You gave me a book, 1397 01:25:12,120 --> 01:25:14,165 and now I'm returning the favor. 1398 01:25:26,787 --> 01:25:27,918 Thank you Charlie. 1399 01:25:31,487 --> 01:25:32,357 Go! 1400 01:25:54,031 --> 01:25:56,164 Uh. Let me just double-check the address 1401 01:25:56,251 --> 01:25:58,949 because Bella Mia Diamonds isn't open on Christmas Day. 1402 01:25:59,080 --> 01:26:01,430 Go on. They're expecting you. 1403 01:26:16,053 --> 01:26:17,664 Lucas. 1404 01:26:18,577 --> 01:26:19,927 Did you get my manuscript? 1405 01:26:20,667 --> 01:26:22,277 I did. 1406 01:26:22,364 --> 01:26:24,279 I wrote it for you. 1407 01:26:24,366 --> 01:26:26,020 You said you wanted me to write something 1408 01:26:26,150 --> 01:26:27,848 where everyone lives happily ever after. 1409 01:26:30,024 --> 01:26:32,156 I thought I was here for a Genie Request. 1410 01:26:32,287 --> 01:26:34,289 That was me. 1411 01:26:34,419 --> 01:26:36,683 One last Christmas wish. 1412 01:26:36,813 --> 01:26:39,076 Listen, Eva. I... 1413 01:26:41,035 --> 01:26:44,299 I was living in the dark for three years, 1414 01:26:44,429 --> 01:26:48,564 and then you burst into my life with your full wattage smile, 1415 01:26:48,651 --> 01:26:53,308 your sunbeam personality and impeccable decorating skills. 1416 01:26:56,180 --> 01:27:00,968 You brought light into every dark corner of my life. 1417 01:27:04,319 --> 01:27:08,453 I want to spend the rest of my life with you. 1418 01:27:08,584 --> 01:27:11,065 I love you, Eva. 1419 01:27:13,720 --> 01:27:15,634 My heart is yours. 1420 01:27:15,765 --> 01:27:18,550 Forever. 1421 01:27:18,681 --> 01:27:20,378 If you'll have it. 1422 01:27:21,815 --> 01:27:24,295 Of course I will! 1423 01:27:24,469 --> 01:27:27,690 I love you, Lucas. I love you. 1424 01:27:39,876 --> 01:27:42,792 Should we go back to the brunch? Everyone's back there. 1425 01:27:42,879 --> 01:27:44,751 We'll go back there in just a bit. 1426 01:27:47,014 --> 01:27:49,190 Your ring awaits! 1427 01:27:50,800 --> 01:27:52,193 Is she kidding? 1428 01:27:53,803 --> 01:27:56,763 You opened Bella Mia Diamonds for me on Christmas Day? 1429 01:27:56,937 --> 01:27:59,287 Yeah. 1430 01:27:59,417 --> 01:28:01,724 I hope you can go in there and pick one you'd like to wear 1431 01:28:01,898 --> 01:28:03,378 for the rest of your life. 1432 01:28:09,732 --> 01:28:11,734 Merry Christmas, Eva. 1433 01:28:11,865 --> 01:28:13,823 Merry Christmas, Lucas. 1434 01:28:32,102 --> 01:28:34,278 1435 01:28:34,409 --> 01:28:37,020 1436 01:28:37,151 --> 01:28:39,327 1437 01:28:39,501 --> 01:28:42,417 1438 01:28:42,547 --> 01:28:44,854 1439 01:28:45,028 --> 01:28:48,466 1440 01:28:48,553 --> 01:28:51,208 1441 01:28:51,339 --> 01:28:53,950 1442 01:28:54,081 --> 01:28:58,955 1443 01:28:59,173 --> 01:29:04,395 1444 01:29:04,569 --> 01:29:09,531 1445 01:29:09,661 --> 01:29:13,970 1446 01:29:14,057 --> 01:29:17,365 103709