Griffin "Griff" Carter, a 27-year-old ex-Marine and successful businessman, is known for his tough exterior and no-nonsense attitude. But after a tragic night changes everything, he seeks solace in an impulsive encounter with a mysterious woman who disappears before morning, leaving behind more questions than answers. Pryde Curry, a single mom and dedicated professional, is barely holding her life together. Forced to return to her hometown—a place she’s avoided for years—she finds herself facing unexpected reunions and life-altering revelations that threaten the fragile balance she’s worked so hard to maintain. As the holidays approach, Griff and Pryde are drawn together by a shared past they never saw coming. Navigating the complexities of their connection while juggling their own personal struggles isn’t easy. But amidst the chaos, sparks fly, and a chance for something greater begins to emerge. In this heartfelt urban Christmas romance, two strangers must discover whether love and forgiveness can grow from the chaos. Can they move beyond their guarded exteriors and become the gift each other truly needs?