Riley Thomas (acted by Abigail Hawk) works as a prospective employee at an acclaimed multinational corporation. As December approaches, she travels to the picturesque town of Chestnut, Vermont, tasked with evaluating the assets of the area’s outerwear manufacturer. To prepare for the sale of these assets, she brings in the company’s former chief, Nick (portrayed by Howard Hesseman), who had previously been in charge but now holds a different position.。