When Greta goes shopping for a holiday dress, she hopes to feel confident but instead gets humiliated by a rude saleswoman, Claire. Claire loudly mocks Greta’s size, leaving her embarrassed and hurt. Greta decides not to retaliate, choosing grace over confrontation.
Fast forward to Christmas Eve, Greta’s son James introduces his girlfriend—Claire, the same saleswoman. Tension fills the air as Greta recognizes her. Over dinner, Greta subtly confronts Claire by recounting her shopping experience, revealing Claire’s cruelty. James, realizing the truth, ends their relationship on the spot, deeply disappointed in Claire’s behavior.
The evening ends with Greta and James sharing a heartfelt moment, reaffirming the strength of their bond. For Greta, the experience highlights how life reveals true character and that sometimes the best gift is the truth.