A speech writer makes a deal with his ex-girlfriend to pretend they're a couple to save his family's Christmas. It's not long before both the ruse and their feelings catch up with them. Starring Bethany Joy Lenz and Tyler Hynes.
Bill is put in jeopardy while transporting AJ to face trial; Abigail tries to save the town from an investor who will hurt Hope Valley; Carson is faced with a decision; Elizabeth tries to reunite a mother and her son.
Alice goes to a NYE Y2K party to support her friend. Kat finds a new mystery about her father, while Del reveals an old secret about him that's troubled her.