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You guys open?

No?

Why not.

Whoa, someone looks cute today.

What's the occasion?

I have no idea what you're talking about, Cara.

You're gonna see Jake tonight, aren't you?

What if I am?

You know, it's a little problematic

to be so hot and bothered for you boss, right?

Well, he's only been my boss for like a month and before that

we were just regular, old co-workers.

What's going on?

He asked me to breakfast.

Where he'll finally profess his undying love for you.

Don't be mean.

I'm sorry.

Taco night later?

Maybe, there's a Bev Co partners' dinner tonight.

Really?

Bev Co, they couldn't pick a less evil empire name?

Well, we kind of are

the evil empire, but not for long.

Also, I don't exactly have an invitation

to the dinner tonight?

you think Jake might ask you to go with him?

- Tori. - It's Christmas.

Anything's possible.

Um, where's your holiday spirit?

Okay.

Is that a present?

Yeah, so? It's a friend gift.

He's your boss.

Doesn't matter.

It's not overstepping.

I mean, he asked me to breakfast.

So at the very least we're good friends, right?

Shut up.

Have fun.

Hey.

Tori, I'm so sorry. I'm late.

- Did you order yet? - Oh. It's fine.

Um, no, not yet.

Crazy day, I have to do some Christmas shopping later.

My nephew, he is so into trains right now.

- It's adorable. - How old is he?

Uh, 3 or 4.

Or I don't know.

Anyway, I have something for you.

I have something for you, too.

Really. Okay, well.

I know I probably don't show it enough,

but I truly do value and appreciate

everything you do.

Have you ever been to Mill Falls, New York?

No.

Real McCoy Brewing?

Look, I wouldn't ask this of anyone,

but one of the board members

went there on the way back from his trip

for his vacation or whatever he calls it,

and now he wants to add it to the Bev Co family portfolio.

Luckily, I think that we can get it on the cheap.

I need you to go up and make the pitch.

It's about two hours upstate.

Uh, yeah, okay, sure.

Thanks for meeting me here this early, by the way.

I have to meet the owner in about 20 minutes or so,

so I just figured that this was the most convenient.

Right.

Sorry, I'm just reading through the terms.

They're probably going to bite your hand off

when they see the offer.

Unfortunately, the board wants this deal done by the end

of the fiscal year, so I need you to head out ASAP.

Um, okay, yeah.

You said you had something for me?

Uh, did I?

I think so.

Oh, uh, yeah, uh, yes.

What's this?

Oh, well, it-- it's not totally finished yet,

but it's an idea for,

how to guarantee that small, struggling businesses

with good products have the opportunity for growth

in a way that benefits both them and us.

-Mr. Teagan? - Yeah?

The owner asked me to bring you back to his office.

Sorry, I have to bounce.

Look, um, let's talk about this later, okay?

The board member pushing this brewery deal,

by the way, is Jack Mill.

He's got a lot of pull, so it'd be great for you

to get on his good side.

You can pitch him some of these amazing ideas, okay?

Good luck on the deal. You're gonna kill.

I just read your text.

I'm sorry, Tori.

He doesn't know what he's missing.

It was a stupid idea.

It just-- it has to end.

Hey, hey, hey.

Why don't you make a night out of it?

Get some of that beer.

Grab yourself a cozy little room.

Well, if everything goes well, I will be in and out of there.

What happened to that Christmas spirit?

I think I've had enough of it for this year.

Hello?

Is anybody here?

Hi, buddy.

Hi.

Where is everybody?

Hey, Gordo, someone here?

Hi.

I didn't realize anybody was here.

Uh, I see you met Gordo. He's a really excited pup.

He's quite the charmer.

Um, I'm Tori.

Freddy.

So, I need your help.

- What? - Yeah.

Have a seat please.

Oh.

I present to you the first bottle of Freddy's cider ale.

Yeah.

Just finished carbonating the day.

Okay.

Now, uh please, if you can close your eyes.

I want you to get the full Freddy experience.

Just a little taste there. Should all do it.

Alright.

Go for it.

Yeah.

Huh. Yeah.

What do you think?

That's interesting.

Can you taste the cinnamon?

You can definitely taste the cinnamon.

Yes, yes.

Yeah, this is my baby.

I've been working on it for months.

That's terrible.

Well, if it's any consolation,

I've heard amazing things about your beer.

And I know how hard it is to own and operate a small business.

Oh, no, I'm sorry.

I'm not the owner.

Gordo!

Hey, Freddy, why didn't you give me a head--

Oh.

Hi.

I didn't realize we had guests.

Freddy, what'd I tell you about serving

your off-menu concoctions to customers?

Sorry, man, it just finished carbonating.

I was really excited about it.

I mean--

Can I try it?

You know-- you know,

it needs a few minor tweaks and small stuff.

What can I get you?

Oh.

Um...

Four beers?

Yeah.

Evan likes to keep it simple.

I'm a traditionalist.

We have two IPAs, a brown, and a pilsner.

They're all delicious.

Alright.

The pilsner needs some work.

I'm gonna go low and dark.

It's nice to meet you.

I will try the double-day IPA.

That's your flagship beer?

Yes, ma'am.

Thanks.

This is incredible.

Right?

Not usually a beer person, but this is delicious.

Appreciate it.

Name's Evan.

Tori.

I'm actually from Bev Co, and I would love to talk

to you about the--

Not interested.

Not-- not interested?

You-- you didn't even hear what I had to say.

Not interested.

Your friend, uh, old guy.

- He already came in here. - Okay.

Well, I think if you hear what I have to say,

you might feel a little different.

Want us to join your corporate family of soulless beers?

No. I want to give you the resources

to get your product to everyone.

Product?

I don't need to get my beer to everyone.

There's plenty of beer for everyone everywhere else.

But your beer is really good.

I really think we could sell this.

There's a place down the road.

The Copper Crop.

They have the best burger I have ever had.

Would you go in there and tell the owner that

he's got to get it to everyone?

Well, we're a beverage conglomerate, so--

No, you wait.

It's about more than that.

It's about the-- the people, the experience, the atmosphere.

Right, but I don't think this is exactly the same thing.

Listen, I don't want to be rude.

I've got a lot of stuff I gotta get done by tomorrow.

Right?

At least, let me make you an offer.

What you can't just tell me?

It is literally just us here.

Just take it.

Have a good one.

Hi, you've reached Jake Tarrant.

Please leave a message

and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Hey Jake, it's Tori.

Um, call me back whenever you have a sec.

Okay, bye.

Thank you.

Anything else?

No, I'm set.

Thanks.

Wow.

Hey.

Tori, give me some good news.

They don't wanna sell.

Of course, they don't.

That's why I sent them our best and most convincing.

No, but he really doesn't seem

like he's going to change his mind.

Yeah, that's not gonna work.

The word on the street is that this guy actually pissed off

the board member.

That makes sense.

Well, now he wants to take over the place more than anything,

so we're gonna have to make that happen.

Two seconds.

I'll be right there.

Yeah, fine, I'm fine.

Yeah.

Okay, Tori, here's what you do.

I-- I know these types.

Tell him he'll retain full control.

We can do that?

Of course.

You can say anything you want, what the lawyers whip up

and the paperwork is another thing altogether.

Wait, I'm-- I mean, I'm not sure I'm comfortable.

Tori, wait, hold on one second.

Tori, I've got to go.

I've got the partner's dinner tonight.

I'll put in a good word.

Stay as long as you need.

Oh, uh, okay.

Also, you have authorization to double the offer.

Okay?

Okay.

Oh, come on.

Awesome.

Okay.

Merry Christmas to me.

Hi.

Just go ahead and let yourself in.

Hello?

Oh, sorry.

I'll be right in.

Are you staying with us tonight?

Yeah, if there's room.

Of course.

Just have a seat.

I'll be right out.

Hi there!

Oh, wow, thank you.

Sorry, I don't have a reservation.

Oh, that's fine.

I love surprise guests.

You have a lovely place.

Thank you.

It's been in the Beckford family for a couple of generations now.

Where are you coming from?

The city.

Just you?

Just me.

Alright, just you.

One single woman.

How long will you be staying?

Uh, just one night, I think.

And what brings you here?

Work.

Uh, my company's been trying to partner with

a local brewery and--

Ma, I'm gonna take off.

for food tomorrow.

Oh, hi.

Hey.

This is my son, Evan.

Oh, we've met.

Oh, well then, did he tell you he's also single?

Mom!

Uh, my company has actually

been trying partner with your son's brewery.

They're trying to take over.

Not exactly.

Um.

Uh, maybe we grab a drink and chat?

I thought I was pretty clear earlier.

Look, I wasn't following you.

I was just looking for a place to stay and I honestly had

no idea that this was your family's inn.

But while I have you here,

I really think you should reconsider.

It's not gonna happen.

Your room is right up the stairs and to the left.

Thank you.

You know, your son makes great beer.

Oh, I know.

It's the best.

Just a drink?

It's just one drink.

Mom!

Also,

I couldn't help but notice that letter from the b--

Alright, one drink.

You buy, I'll drive.

Come on.

Goodnight, mom.

Lovely.

It's a date.

Not a date.

- There you go. - Thank you.

Sorry about my mom.

Mm. I like her.

She's direct.

I respect that.

Oh, yeah.

So I tried that burger.

And?

You're right.

It's amazing.

I already reached out to my boss to see if we--

- we could try to-- - Wait, whoa.

Are you serious?

No.

Alright, so what if we increase the offer by 30%?

Doesn't matter.

40%.

Do you love what you do?

You're taking the soul out of small, community-based stuff.

Hey, we'll do it.

What for? Money?

Well, you definitely need money, but no.

My goal is to use the resources at Bev Co to try to make sure

that small establishments like yours don't go under.

Now, that would be commendable.

That would require integrity, something that you-- Bev Co.

Fortunately, can't buy.

Look, don't pretend like you know me.

Just telling the truth.

Okay, just because you do the whole folksy song and dance

doesn't make you or your business any less broke.

That's the truth.

Alright, you know as well as I do that if I took your money,

it wouldn't be our place anymore.

I mean, I know this doesn't mean much to you, but we built

that brewery with love and care.

And I am not gonna let it become just another bottom line.

One drink.

We good?

What if I said I could guarantee you would retain full control

of operations?

You could do that?

Mhmm.

Wow, that might change things.

Okay, then.

Whoa, I'm not-- not gonna just sign anything.

I'm trying to make sure that you stay open.

I just--

I don't know if I can trust you yet.

Can I trust you?

Yes.

Let's see.

Um, so how long are you staying in Mill Falls?

As long as it takes, I guess.

I'm pretty relentless.

Yeah, I'm getting that vibe.

Unfortunately, I'm uh--

Very stubborn.

Yeah, I've been told.

Are you big on Christmas?

Uh, yeah, I think so.

You think so?

Well, lately it's been feeling like I'm forcing it a bit.

Why's that?

I don't have a big family.

And the city, it's not like here.

I mean, most people I know, they go home for Christmas.

And the ones who don't, they're not really into it.

Where's home?

Jersey.

But my mom's in Florida now with her boyfriend,

so it's easier to just stay put.

So look, I, um--

We've been struggling financially for a couple years.

I'm trying, I am.

I just--

If I'm gonna agree to anything, I wanna make sure it's with

the right partner.

You know?

Yeah.

I know.

Well, I'm certain my mom is waiting up to

ask you how our night went,

so tell her that we're married now

and she will stop bothering you.

Got it.

Goodnight.

Hey.

We're hosting a fundraiser for the animal shelter tomorrow.

I could use some help setting up and it might not be bad

for you to see what the town's all about.

I'm there.

Oh, hey.

I was just heading to bed.

How was your night?

It was nice.

I know.

He can be a bit headstrong.

He'll soften up.

Anything I can get you before bed?

Actually, uh, I'd been hoping to be home tonight,

so I didn't bring anything.

Do you have laundry?

Of course.

And I can get you some PJs to wear

while your stuff's in the wash.

Thank you so much.

Goodnight.

So where are the rest of Santa's helpers?

Oh, come on.

I think they're great.

Of course, you do.

So, what happens if this guy doesn't give in?

Uh.

I don't know.

Maybe fired.

Nothing good.

Any ideas?

I think he just wants to know that he can trust me.

Okay.

Perfect.

Maybe.

Oh, no.

What did you do?

I have told him that he would retain

full control, but--

He won't.

That's dirty, Tori.

I know.

And I feel horrible.

Well, you know, just maybe walk it back.

Then he definitely won't talk to me.

Oh my God.

I just looked up the bed and breakfast,

and it is the cutest thing I have ever seen.

Ugh. If I wasn't working, I would drive up and join you.

I think I'm gonna go to bed.

Well, I miss you.

Hope to see you soon.

Love you.

Bye.

Oh, wow.

Yeah.

Flora really outdid herself.

I see that.

- Yeah. - Have a seat.

Hi, I'm Erica.

This is my husband, Anthony.

Hello.

Hi, uh, Tori.

I did not mean to sleep that late, but that bed

is so comfortable.

Right?

And I love your pajamas.

Oh, thank you.

Uh, they actually belong to Flora.

I wasn't aware that I'd be staying the night up here.

Where you from?

The city.

Uh, I knew it.

Us, too.

Staten Island.

We try to come visit up here at least once a year.

Oh, hi, Tori.

I was just bringing up your clothes.

I'll put them by your door.

Oh, thank you.

And this spread looks incredible.

Oh. It's nothing.

Enjoy yourself.

Isn't she the best?

Can I ask how you guys

ended up coming to Mill Falls every year?

We actually got married here.

We didn't know nothing about the place

and we came to check out a venue, and we just--

we fell in love with it.

Yeah, what brings you up here?

I'm here for work, actually.

Hey, Evan!

This is uh, Tori.

Oh, we've met.

You have?

Yeah, Tori here wants to buy the brewery.

Oh, that makes sense.

It is the best beer I've ever had, so.

Who do you work for?

Uh, Bev Co?

Oh.

I see how it is.

Hey, don't worry.

She has yet to convince me that it's a good idea.

Uh, so, what's the plan for today?

Well, I got some errands to run, but uh, I guess I'm going alone?

Oh, no, uh, wait.

I can be ready in three minutes.

Excuse me.

She seems nice.

Yeah, she's uh--

she's not as terrible as she could be.

Well, if nothing, she's very cute.

Alright.

Are you guys coming to the fundraiser tonight?

Hey, you know we'll be there.

Come on. Okay, great.

I will see you then.

Something you said to me yesterday got me thinking.

Yeah, about that?

I don't know anything about you.

You know, I thought I did, but I don't.

It's just--

My guard goes up sometimes.

And I uh, especially with your kind.

I get a little judgmental.

I apologize.

Wait, my kind?

Yeah, big city, lots of cash.

I'm not who you think I am.

I said I was sorry.

You know, being pretty judgy for a guy apologizing

for being judgmental.

Well, I am apologizing.

Okay, look.

When I was a kid, my dad bought a restaurant.

It was like a-- a pub and bistro thing.

And people loved it, but he was barely breaking even.

I mean, even with him doing practically everything.

He'd cook, he served, heck, he was even

the repairman most of the time.

Sounds like we would have gotten along.

Yeah, probably.

He didn't care.

He thought as long as people had a place to go,

everything would be fine.

Sorry, what is that?

What do you mean? It's a-- it's a dog.

Okay, move over.

What?

But my dad, he got sick,

and without anything in the bank,

he had to shut the place down.

And then, when he died, they turned the place

into a 7-Eleven.

Okay.

How's that?

It's better.

Thank you.

My point is that I want to make sure that

your place is still around next year,

and the year after that, and so on.

You know, Bev Co sponsors stuff like this from time to time.

Is that right?

Yeah.

I mean, maybe-- maybe I could talk them into matching

whatever you raise tonight.

I see.

What?

It doesn't matter.

No, I wasn't trying to buy you off like that.

No, sure, do it.

Um, so listen, I'm not a fan of my beer

being on some chain grocery store.

Okay, uh, well, maybe we could start with some

semi-local bars and beverage centers.

So what, I'd have some sort of final approval?

Look, um, I'm not supposed to tell you this,

but we can double the offer.

Hey, Evan.

Hey, the pale ale is good to go,

so let me know when you're ready.

Thanks, man.

Also, I've got a great idea for the new Christmas ale.

Now hear me out.

Freddy!

Alright, alright, alright.

Don't you want to change it up sometimes?

Evan, change it up? Ha!

Oh, come on, we have the wine, and we have the--

the non-alcoholic beer in the growler in the fridge.

Does anybody actually drink it?

They do.

You know, this place isn't just about getting drunk, okay?

This is where people can come together,

and some things are about more than money.

Wait, wait, wait, wait,

how much money are we talking about?

You know, Evan, we could use a couple dollars.

Freddy, go put away the kegs.

So it's not about us at all, is it?

What are you talking about?

Like, you really need control.

I think you have a problem.

What, Freddy?

Listen, if he ever makes a beer worth selling, I'd listen.

No, it's all of it.

I mean, the menu, the distribution.

Why?

I-- I-- I gotta go help.

Alright.

Hey, Tori, how was your day so far?

You looking forward to the party later?

Yeah, it should be fun.

I uh, I came back to get ready, but I just realized

I um, I'm about as ready as I'm gonna be.

Actually, you know people leave stuff here all the time.

Go see if there's something that might work for you.

Oh, no, you don't have to do that.

Oh, please, it's just sitting in the closet.

That would be great, thank you.

Huh.

This'll do.

Hey, Jake.

Hey, please, tell me you're making some progress.

It-- it's going.

Uh, how-- how was the dinner?

Let's just say you haven't really been hungover

unless it's with 75-year-old whiskey.

So, how are things going?

Uh, good, I think.

I'm going to a fundraiser at the brewery with him tonight.

Actually, I wanted to ask you something.

Um, the fundraiser, it's for a local dog shelter.

Can we match the donations?

Uh, I doubt it.

Do you know the vetting that that has to go through?

God forbid, the charity is related to something crazy.

Just tell him next time.

Okay.

Bye, Jake.

Hello?

I'm in the kitchen.

Hi.

I got the food all ready to go.

Thank you so much for doing this.

I take it you're not just here to pick up the food.

Nope.

Where is she?

I think she's still getting ready.

So, what do you think?

About what?

About her.

Oh, she's not my type.

- No? - No.

I'm just saying, it's been six years.

Mom, stop, please.

Okay.

You guys coming tonight?

I would if I get your father to come.

He thinks you're avoiding him.

I'm not avoiding him.

Well, why don't you call him back?

He's not mad at you, you know.

I just--

You found something.

Yeah.

Hey.

Hey.

Shall we?

Um, yeah, let's go.

Here you go, cheers.

Oh, is that Tori?

- Where? - Over there.

- Oh my gosh, that's her? - Yeah.

Wait, that's my dress.

Yeah, from like three years ago.

I lost it.

That looks-- looks good on her.

Nah, you wore it better. You wore it better.

Oh, baby, thank you. Oh.

Tori, hi!

Hey.

Hey, Erica.

Hi.

Love the dress.

Oh, my gosh, you too.

Isn't this great?

It's really something.

Erica, how you doing? You need a drink?

Oh, I've got one. Thank you.

Anthony?

Yeah, I'll take another pale ale, you know me.

Oh, this guy, he's really--

Cheers.

It's good beer, huh?

Absolutely.

Yeah.

Well, we just thought you looked a little lonely over here,

so wanted to come over, say hi, see how you were doing.

Oh, no, I'm-- I'm-- I'm fine.

I'm just taking it all in.

Yeah.

I'm telling you, these are the nicest people in the world.

Oh, you see Caity over there?

Mm-hmm.

She actually runs the animal shelter.

It's been in rough shape for a while now.

Now it's a no-kill shelter, and with repairs and everything,

it's looking like they're gonna have to make

some pretty rough decisions about how many more

cute little babies they can take in.

So, fingers crossed, all goes well tonight.

Thank you.

Thank you, yes.

My Erica's got great ears.

Okay, alright.

I mean, everybody seems to be having a great time,

so that's a good sign, right?

Yes, yes, it is.

So, uh, how was your day with Evan?

Good guy, right?

Oh, uh, it was fine.

I mean, scorn, like he does after everything.

Yeah.

Yeah, yeah, um, definitely.

Yeah.

Um.

Dylan and Rachel over there. Let's go say hi.

Ooh, ooh.

Sorry, baby. I'm sorry, baby.

Please, please. Rachel?

We'll see you later.

Okay.

What's up, man?

- How you feeling? - Where's Tanya?

Ah, she's at home.

She was feeling tired, so she decided to stay back.

Yeah.

So, listen, I know I hate surprises, but uh--

But what, Freddy?

Man, just-- just hear me out, okay?

You're not--

that's it for one your chemistry experiments, right?

No, no, no, no, no. It's not about that.

- It's not about that. - What?

Alright, so I know how much this charity means to you, okay?

So, uh--

What did you do?

You see that donation box up front?

Yeah, when did that get there?

Thank you so much.

First, I just want to say thank you to The Real McCoy

for having us and hosting this fundraiser.

As you guys all know,

100% of the proceeds are gonna go to

the Mill Falls Animal Shelter, so drink up.

Oh, and um, one more thing.

I know that you guys saw on the donation box,

but if we reached $1,000 by 8:00 p.m. tonight

you would get a special Christmas performance

by the man himself, Mr. Evan Beckford.

Ladies and gentlemen, Evan Beckford.

Ladies and gentlemen.

Hi, everybody.

Now, now would you believe me if I said that

I was not aware of this part of the evening

and would 100% have not agreed to it?

Um, I haven't played in, I haven't played in a long time.

Um, but uh, $1,000 is a lot of money

and I don't know if you know this,

but I actually met my best friend

at the Mill Fall Shelter about three years ago.

He's uh-- he's hanging around here somewhere

if you want to say hi.

Um, yeah, he um-- he got me through some tough times,

so, well, I guess this is for him.

Merry Christmas, everybody.

Alright, alright, um, let's drink up, okay.

That was quite the performance.

Yeah, it's been a while.

How long?

Six, seven years.

Yeah, they got my guitar tuned up in September

for my birthday.

They've been trying to pull a stunt like that ever since.

Why'd you stop?

Just uh, got busy.

Can I ask you something?

Sure.

That picture with the girl, is that your wife?

Yeah.

- Is she-- - Yeah.

- I'm sorry. - It's okay.

What was her name?

Emily.

You know, we uh-- we opened this place together

before we were even married.

And she wanted somewhere that everybody could get together.

I was obsessed with the beer.

I mean, she got sick.

But you know, it-- it happened fast.

Yeah, we used to do these open mic nights here

every Tuesday night.

And so since then, I think I've just been, you know,

trying to keep doing what we were doing.

Sorry, I uh--

No, don't be sorry.

What about you?

Uh, see a ring?

No.

Boyfriend?

Nope.

Come on, I just told you my deal.

Give me something.

It's pathetic.

It'd be sadder than mine?

No, there's a difference between sad and pathetic.

Like?

Fine.

I have been hung up on someone for several years.

And he knows how you feel, yeah?

No.

Because he's my boss.

Okay.

I mean, he was my co-worker up until recently,

and anyway, it doesn't matter.

He's not interested and I don't think he ever was.

How do you know that?

I just know.

Well, he's an idiot if he's not.

Is he?

Yeah, he is.

I mean, for all intents and purposes,

I should hate you, right?

Yeah, should.

I mean, I should have stopped talking to you

the second I found out who you were.

But um, I think that you're--

You think what?

I think that you're nicer than I thought.

Wow.

Thank you.

You're nicer than I first thought, too.

Oh, yeah?

Come on.

Then I'm glad we're on the same page.

Me, too.

Oh, not gonna work.

What?

I see what you're doing.

You're kidding.

You think I'm stupid.

Well, I didn't before, but now.

You're gonna have to work harder than that, honey.

Okay, Mr. Hard to Get.

I think we've had a bit to drink,

so how are we getting home?

Come on, guys, let's go.

I'm sober.

Were you back there the whole time?

Well, yeah, I was cleaning up.

And you heard all of that?

Of course.

You're an idiot, Evan.

Alright.

Hello?

Hey, Tori, how'd last night go?

Um.

It was good, I think.

I'm guessing you didn't close.

Uh, no, no.

I think it's gonna take a little bit of time.

Well, lucky for you, reinforcements are coming.

What?

I know, I know, it's Saturday, but that board member, Milton,

wants this done quick, so I am on the way.

Jake, I really don't think that's such a good idea.

I mean, he's really easily put off, so.

This isn't my first acquisition.

We'll tag-team it, like the old days.

I'll see you in a couple hours, okay?

Oh boy.

Oh, this place looks so industrial.

Hey, Gordo.

Stay, stop.

Didn't know there was a dog here.

Sorry about that.

Hey, Evan, uh, this is Jake.

He works with me at Bev Co.

Hey, Jake.

Hey, we are such big fans of your place over at Bev Co.

I wish I could say the same.

This guy.

Yeah, we did hear that you love a good razz.

Um, Jake just wanted to stop by to see you

and the place in person.

Well, this is it.

Now we're just cleaning up from a fundraiser last night.

Tori mentioned that.

We think that's great.

I heard Bev Co might match what we raised.

Well, yeah, you know, we're running it up the ladder.

And uh, we think we might just need to--

Can I actually try one of those cold cruisers over there?

Cruisers?

Oh.

- Beer. - Yeah.

Um, sure.

What are we drinking?

Um, how about you pick?

Well, what do you like?

A double IPA?

One is more than enough.

Oh, it's a beer.

The double is about the hops.

I know that.

I meant one is more than enough hoppy.

- Let's have a double IPA. - You sure?

I mean, it's a little bitter if you're not a beer guy.

Oh, I can handle it.

Tori?

Oh, I'm good.

Maybe later.

Double IPA.

That is good.

Very good.

Well, finish up.

We'll have another.

I wish we could,

but actually I'd like to discuss a little bit more

about the partnership.

Are you free for dinner tonight?

Wait, no, I think we should talk about--

I'm free.

There's a great place down the road.

What?

Cheers.

Terrific stuff.

Do you mind if I use your restroom?

Two beers and a whiskey.

Thank you.

Thank you.

You a whiskey man, Evan?

Not really.

Well, you should come down to the city and visit sometime.

I'm sure you'll dig it.

Trust me.

Once you've had a $200 bottle of scotch,

it's hard not to fall in love with this stuff.

I'm sure.

So, let's talk business.

Tori, where'd you leave things off on price?

Uh, we had doubled the offer.

And I told her it wasn't about the money.

Sure, it is.

And I'm sure that you have a price in mind.

I really don't.

Okay, well,

what if I said that the board really wants your place,

and that they mentioned that we could, in fact,

make another very sizable move?

What is with you people and the paper?

You could just tell me.

That's how it's done.

That's a lot of money, Evan.

Did Tori also mention that we could let you

retain full control?

It was mentioned.

And what'd you think?

Well, I wasn't sure if I could trust her,

but I'm starting to change my tone.

Alright.

Well, I have some other pretty awesome news.

Do you know the name Harvey Crampton?

Who's that?

He's a writer.

He's only the biggest writer, beer blogger,

critic in the entire country.

What about him?

Well, he owed us a favor,

and I convinced him to come up and tryout one of your beers.

Harvey Crampton is coming here?

Yep.

I have to admit, Evan,

I'm not exactly one of the biggest beer guys,

but this guy really knows his stuff.

And he's putting together his top 10 list for the year.

He's gonna be coming up here tomorrow.

He's-- wait, he's coming tomorrow?

And if he likes your stuff,

which I'm sure he will, then that's gonna put you

and your beer company into a whole new stratosphere.

You're a fan?

Um, yes, I have read all six of his books.

I mean, he's part of the reason that I do what I do.

See, this is the kind of thing that we can do at Bev Co.

You make a great product and we connect it to the world.

Right, Tori?

Yeah, I mean, it could be really great.

It-- it will be really great.

Yes, it's gonna be good.

Hey, is it a bad time?

Uh, no, not at all.

Come on in.

So that's the guy, huh?

That's the one you've been hung up on?

Really?

Well, he's awful.

Alright, if that's what you came here to say, then you can go.

No, I didn't.

I'm sorry.

What's this?

Oh, nothing.

Can I read it?

I guess.

I've been trying to finish it for a while.

Show it to someone higher up at Bev Co.

It's basically a strategy for helping small businesses to grow

more organically, but in a way that still works for Bev Co.

Wow.

This is impressive.

So, listen, the reason I came up here is, um,

I just wanted to explain something to you.

It was about six months ago, I took a loan out

from my dad to keep the place afloat.

I-- I did not want to do it, but I didn't have a choice.

And um, well, I haven't been able to talk to him ever since.

So, I guess what I'm trying to tell you is that,

yeah, I have a hard time accepting help.

So I am sorry.

You did not deserve the way that I treated you

when you first got here.

I appreciate that.

And this could be good, right?

What?

Sorry.

Mm. Nothing.

I-- it's definitely good.

Okay.

And um, about last night?

Oh, look, don't worry about it.

I mean, we both had a lot to drink and--

So it was the beers?

I don't know.

I think so.

Alright.

Well then, goodnight.

Goodnight.

Hey, Evan?

Yeah?

It's gonna be good tomorrow.

Oh, I know.

The beer rocks.

I just hope he likes me.

You might be in trouble then.

Alright.

What is it?

Look, I-- I don't feel okay about lying to these people.

About what?

It's the control.

I mean, it's not ethical.

And I think if we were to just backpedal a little bit,

they would still be open to a partnership.

Tori, Tori, Tori, relax.

We're not monsters.

Sometimes people just need a little extra push

to do the right thing for themselves.

You know as well as I do these guys are broke.

I know, I just--

Okay, fine, I'll--

I'll come clean to them tomorrow, okay?

I'll find a way to leave you out of it.

You're not catching feelings, are you?

No, no, it's not that.

Okay, well, never mind.

What?

It's silly.

Tell me.

I just--

I always thought that someday maybe we might have a thing.

I've gotten that vibe for a while now, am I off base?

No, you're not off base.

Well, maybe it's something worth exploring.

Also, I'm-- I'm not supposed to tell you this,

but the board has been talking

and they know how hard getting this place has been

and they mentioned that if this were to go well,

then maybe it's time that you head your own team.

Really?

I showed them your business sustainability deck.

They had some questions, but overall they loved it.

None of that happens until we finish this job, okay?

And when we get back, let's talk about things.

There you go, my man.

Sorry about the garage, but you know Tanya's sleeping.

Mm. What is this?

Oh, it's just a little hazy I've been working on.

It's not bad.

Yeah.

Anyway, I talked to Tori and her boss.

Oh, yeah?

How'd it go?

Well, I don't like him, but uh,

I think I made a decision.

Just wanted to talk to you first.

Okay.

I think we should sell to Bev Co.

Is that right?

Ah, so Mr. Lone Wolf Beckford

is finally ready to sell out, huh?

We're still gonna retain full control of the brewery.

We're just gonna have more money.

We'll have more money or you'll have more money?

Come on, you're a partner in this.

You know that.

Okay.

How's this for a bonus?

What, you can't just tell me what it is?

This is how real business is done, I guess.

And-- and if you think it's a bad idea, tell me.

I could be persuaded.

Okay.

Tanya's pregnant, man.

What?

Yeah.

Congratulations, man.

That's amazing.

I found out two weeks ago.

I am over the moon.

Cheers.

Yes, indeed, yes.

- Thanks. - Congrats.

Huh, yeah.

I guess we have sell now.

Oh, oh yeah, we definitely need the money.

Yeah, we do.

One more thing I wanted to tell you.

Harvey Crampton's coming to try our beer tomorrow.

What?

Yeah.

Relax, it'll be fine.

It's good beer.

Are you serious?

Yeah.

You nervous?

No.

I'm good.

You're here early.

Yeah, I thought we could have a chat in private.

What's going on?

So there's something else I wanted to discuss with you.

It's actually why I came up here today

and partially why we invited the critic.

Look, I know you make a great beer,

but the board needs to be sure.

If things go well,

and there's no need for us to step in,

then we will let you do what you do best.

And if not?

Well, with this kind of investment,

we need to be sure that we can make

certain improvements where necessary.

Right, so, if we get a good review?

If you make the top 10.

If we make the top 10,

I get your money and get to keep full control

of the brewery?

And if not, you take it?

At a cut price.

It would be damaged goods after all.

But I think you'd still be pleased with the offer.

So, do we have a deal?

Yeah.

I think you'll be happy with this.

I'll see you in an hour.

Hey, Evan, we got a problem, man.

It's freezing.

Dude, I know.

The power must have went out last night.

Man, all the beer is warm.

Evan, is there any chance you forgot to pay the bill, man?

Evan!

Figure it out.

Okay. How?

I'll be right back.

Get the power company on the phone.

Use the emergency stash.

What emergency stash?

It's in the supply closet.

Evan, no.

We used that for the new fridge behind the bar, man.

What time's Crampton coming?

- One hour. - An hour?

Just get 'em on the phone.

Beg. Figure it out.

Ah!

Yes, so two rooms for next week.

Can you hold on a minute, please?

Everything okay, honey?

Mom, can I borrow your space heater?

Oh, yeah, sure.

No problem.

Hey, Darren, I need a favor.

Do you still have that generator?

Great, I'm pulling in now.

What?

Oh, come on, man.

It's Christmas.

What?

How are we supposed to light our Christmas tree?

Hello?

Freddy, can you get the space heater

and the generator out of the car?

Evan, it's way too late to chill the kegs, man.

Oh, we're not chilling the kegs.

What do we have in the growlers?

Just the non-alcoholic stuff.

That's not gonna work.

And we've got one pilsner.

And the stuff I was working on in the back.

Well, let's hope yours is a pilsner.

Oh, man, they're here.

Whew!

It's chilly in here.

Yeah, something's going on with the heat.

It should be good to go in a few minutes.

Hey, Evan, I heard Jake talked with you this morning.

He did.

Look, I just wanted to say--

Why are you sweating?

Am I?

Uh, well, I just wanted to say that I'm sorry.

Apology accepted.

Oh.

Okay, that--

That's good.

Um, actually, can I get a beer?

Um. Hey, you know, why--

why don't we wait until Harvey leaves and we'll celebrate?

Yeah?

Okay. Yeah, sounds good.

I think that's him.

I think he's coming.

Mr. Crampton, thank you so much for coming today.

You know, I usually sit at the bar like a customer.

Absolutely.

Yeah.

So sorry about that.

You the owner?

Yes, I am.

I'm actually a huge fan--

I don't have much time.

Just passing through on my way to Lake Placid.

I'm guessing the uh, Doubleday IPA is your flagship one, right?

Um, yeah, it is, but--

I'll do one of those.

Okay, so--

You know, actually,

I'm getting a little sick of this IPA thing.

Uh, they all start to taste the same.

I'll have a pilsner.

Then I have to go.

Great.

Just a half pour, please.

Sure.

Thank you.

Okay.

Thank you.

Anything else I can help you with?

No, no, no.

That-- that'll do.

Hey.

- Are you don't want-- - I'm good.

Well, he certainly plays his cards close to his chest.

What happened?

What's up?

Evan, why did you pour it from the bottle?

Oh, no, no, no.

Evan.

What's wrong?

It's flat.

What do you mean it's flat?

The beer.

It's flat.

The cap must have been loose or something.

Evan.

Hey.

You okay?

I'm sorry, Evan.

Are you though?

What do you mean?

I mean, you got what you wanted, didn't you?

The brewery's yours.

What are you talking about?

You know exactly what I'm talking about.

I-- I didn't--

Wait, let me ask you a question.

Was there ever a world in which I got to keep running

my brewery?

Evan, I--

Just go, please.

Well, that was awkward.

What did you do?

I made him a fair deal.

I told him that if things went well,

then he could continue to run the company with our money.

If not, then well, the terms have changed.

Tori.

What's wrong?

This is our job.

This is what we came here for.

I have some other pretty good news.

Jack Milton wants to have dinner with the both of us.

You alright?

No.

We gotta talk.

Hey.

My car's almost here.

I'm really gonna miss you.

I'm gonna miss you.

Tell your parents I say hi.

You know, you're always welcome to join.

I know.

How you feeling about it?

Good, I think.

Dinner's supposed to be in about an hour.

My car's here.

Hey.

Are you okay?

You haven't seemed like yourself since you've been back.

I'm fine.

I think it's just time of year.

I'm good.

If you say so.

Merry Christmas.

Should be here any minute.

Hey, um, about the pitch deck.

Can we wait before we jump into that?

Just let him settle in.

I don't want to bombard him with all these questions.

Especially, like, 'cause I know for a fact that

we're actually on his good side.

Okay?

Yeah.

Uh, yeah.

Alright.

Also, I have something for you.

Oh. You--

You didn't need to do that.

Of course, it's Christmas.

Oh, wow.

That's beautiful.

This is too much.

For you?

No.

This was a good year.

Next year is gonna be even better.

You're my partner in crime.

I'm sorry if I don't acknowledge that enough to you.

Thank you.

And we even helped the poor guy get back on his feet.

All it took was a-- a little push,

a little tipping of the scales.

Uh, what do you mean?

Well, the critic and the beer, that wasn't an accident.

That was us guiding him.

What did you do?

Well, let's just say we have some friends

at the power company.

Once I saw the collection,

I knew it was an easy phone call to make.

A bottle going flat, that was pure luck.

Mr. Milton.

Hey, I'm sorry I'm late.

The East Side is jam-packed with Christmas traffic.

I hate this time of the year.

Couldn't agree more.

Um, Tori, right?

Yes.

It's a pleasure to finally meet you.

Likewise.

Hey, and thanks for helping us take down that dimwit up north.

Can I ask you what happened with him?

Oh, it was a disaster.

We were coming back from Montreal

and the GPS suggested it, so the wife and I stopped there.

Oh God, what a piece of crap.

It's like everybody and their mother thinks

they can make beer nowadays.

But there's no quality control, no legacy.

They're ruining our industry.

I told him as much and he asked me to leave.

I explained who I was, but he had no respect,

no regard for authority.

So again, thank you for taking care of that.

So, what's the plan for the brewery?

I mean, the beer is actually good,

so there's still a world where we can sell this, right?

So, Tori, we ran the numbers,

and we think that it might just be a little bit difficult.

The place is gone.

We have a contract with GH Oil to put in a gas station

after we close the deal.

It's just business.

And on that note, who wants champagne?

Oh, also, before people start getting confused

about what beer really tastes like,

there's another spot we need to put out of their misery.

And guess what?

I think you guys would be the perfect team

to get it over the line.

Oh, miss, a bottle of your best champagne.

The best.

Thank you.

I have to go.

Tori?

Sorry, I have to leave.

What's wrong?

I don't like you.

Either of you.

Young lady,

I would advise you to keep your head and sit back down.

Tori, look--

No, you look.

When I started here,

I was told that we were all about supporting the little guy,

making them the best they can be.

Sweetheart, I don't think you really understand

how this business works.

They'd grow, and we'd take a cut of that.

Everyone wins.

This?

This is different.

Tori, you are ruining our chances.

At what?

I want no part of this.

I quit.

I'm so sorry.

She's quite a character.

Let's hope she follows her passion.

Right?

Yeah.

Hey, you close tomorrow.

Yeah, I-- I go up tomorrow.

Wonderful.

Oh, here.

Thank you.

Cheers.

Cheers.

Mmm, how sweet it is.

There you go, sir.

You know, we really should have a lawyer look at that.

Yeah, that'd be great.

You paying?

Right.

Yeah, how's it looking?

Uh, not good.

I mean, we'll pay off our debts and uh, walk away

with a couple bucks.

Ooh.

Yeah, you really do mean a couple bucks.

Yeah.

And Jake's coming to do the signing tomorrow.

Hey.

Talk to Tori?

No, why?

I don't know, I'm just wondering.

You realize that she's almost entirely responsible

for all of this, right?

You sure about that?

Besides, I haven't seen you that happy in a long time, man.

Hey, I gotta admit, it was uh-- it was kinda nice.

Yeah, well, it's over now.

Man.

Yeah.

Tell you what, I got an idea.

I know we said no Christmas parties this year,

but what do you say we invite some close friends

and family over here tomorrow

and drink what's left of the beer?

Well, I'd hate to leave Bev Co any free beer.

Absolutely.

Cheers, man.

To one ending and infinite new beginnings.

Cheers.

Hey, Dad.

I know, I know.

Um, I just wanted to ask you,

uh, we're having a-- a little get-together tomorrow,

and I wanted to know if you and mom could come.

Yeah, no, that would be great.

Yeah, yeah, me too, buddy.

Me too.

Tanya, it is so good to see you.

Congratulations.

Oh, wait a minute, you told him.

Evan, are you serious?

Just kidding.

Thank you.

What's this?

Hey, you know, it's my famous mac and cheese.

- Awesome. - Yeah.

Why don't you guys pour yourselves a drink, get comfy.

On it.

Here, babe.

Hey.

Hey, Evan.

It's our last day here and your mom invited us.

I hope that's okay.

Why don't you sit down pour yourselves a drink.

Hey, like that.

Thank you.

A bit chilly.

Oh yeah, yeah.

Hey.

Thank you for coming.

Thanks for having us.

I-- I brought stuffed mushrooms.

Of course.

Oh, thank you.

Um...

Hi, Dad.

Hi, Evan.

Dad, I'm-- I'm sorry I took so long to call.

I just--

It's alright.

I get it.

About the money, it's-- it's coming today.

Okay.

I've been talking to a lot of people around town about you.

What you do for them.

I'm proud of you.

Thanks, Dad.

Hey, uh, I'll be right back, okay?

Who's that?

That's Jake.

He's here to close on the brewery sale.

Hey, I thought we were signing at 4:00.

Yeah, I figured we could get a head start on the day

with it being Christmas Eve and all.

Yeah, well, we're kind of doing one last get-together in there.

You mind if I hang out for a bit?

Yeah, you can hang out.

The bar down the street.

Come on, Evan.

Don't be bitter.

I know things didn't go the way you wanted to,

but this is the way the world works.

You'll be fine.

You'll bounce back.

You need to leave now.

What's he doing?

Hi there.

Good to see you.

Mr. Crampton.

What's going on?

Well, I was enjoying a lovely stout at home last night

when I got a call.

I was told I possibly got the wrong impression

last time I was here.

Tried not to come back here, but uh,

she was quite relentless.

Yeah, she's like that.

Look, I'm sure it's too late.

You've already made your top 10 list, right?

I try to be accurate and fair.

Something you apparently know nothing about.

Jake had the power turned off the night before the review.

Hey, Evan, we had a deal.

Yeah, we did.

The deal was that we make the top 10 list.

Which I should mention is no guarantee.

But uh, I'll give you one more shot.

Deal's a deal.

Okay.

What can I get ya?

Well, I guess I'll do one of the pilsners again.

Uh, carbonated this time, please.

One pilsner.

Well, that's a significant improvement.

Okay.

Well, I mean,

won't make my worst of the year list, but uh, matters.

Well, I think we all know what that means.

No top 10 list.

The deal is still on.

It's a very respectable beer.

Sorry, but do we go now?

Wait.

Will you try just one more beer?

I think the man has to go.

Okay, fine.

I usually don't do this, but it's Christmas, right?

I guess I'll have your uh, flagship beer.

And then I really have to go.

Actually, um,

I think you need to try something else.

It's uh-- it's off-menu.

It's a Christmas ale and we think you'll love it.

Dude, are you crazy?

People know Real McCoy is the best beer.

You haven't even tried Christmas ale yet.

Get it out.

I trust you.

Thank you.

Merry Christmas.

Oh, that's something.

Interesting.

That's good.

It's very good.

Like top 10 good?

That's one of the best beers I've ever had in my life.

What did he say?

He says one of the best beers he ever had in his life.

Wait, wait, wait, wait.

So is it in the top 10?

You serious?

Are you serious?

You gotta be kidding me!

Are you happy with yourself?

My lawyers will be in touch.

This isn't over.

Merry Christmas.

Hey, Evan, what's wrong with you?

Hey.

Hey.

What, are you leaving?

Yeah.

Uh, I have to get him back.

Enjoy your Christmas.

You earned it.

Wait.

Thank you for this.

Look, I'm-- I'm sorry.

For everything.

I caused all of this.

I thought I was helping.

But then something changed.

And I realized all of that that's not who I want to be.

I know you probably don't need my help.

Or want it.

Especially, with all the press you'll be getting.

But if you do,

I think there's a way to do this right.

Tori.

What was it?

What?

That changed.

I fell for someone.

Okay, lovebirds, just give me the damn keys, eh.