Holiday Affair

Connie Ennis purchases an extravagant electric train set at Crowley's department store during the bustling Christmas season in New York. This seemingly innocent purchase catches the attention of clerk Steve Mason, who becomes suspicious of her intentions.

After a long shopping day, Connie returns home to her young son Timmy. Timmy, believing the train set to be his Christmas gift, sneaks a peek at the train, unaware of his mother's true intent.

That evening, Connie's admirer, Carl Davis, proposes marriage to her. Connie, a war widow, hesitates to accept, feeling uncertain about moving on from her past.

Connie discusses Carl's proposal with Timmy, who strongly opposes the idea. Timmy's honest feelings spotlight Connie's dilemma about her future.

The next day, Connie attempts to return the train set at Crowley's but is confronted by Steve, who threatens to involve the store detective. However, upon hearing her background as a war widow, Steve compassionately issues a refund instead.

Steve invites Connie to lunch in Central Park, where they bond over dreams and aspirations. Their connection deepens, but city distractions soon separate them.

Steve arrives at Connie's apartment only to find Carl there, creating tension. An unexpected altercation transpires between Carl and Timmy, highlighting the existing conflicts.

After Carl leaves in frustration, Steve advises Connie to let Timmy be his own person rather than trying to replace his deceased father. In a moment of vulnerability, Steve impulsively kisses Connie, pushing her to accept Carl's proposal later that night.

On Christmas morning, Timmy finds the train set outside their door and assumes it's a gift from Connie. Connie discovers the train's origin and confronts Steve, leading to a heartfelt discussion.

Connie reveals her plans to marry Carl on New Year's Day, but Steve challenges her to focus on the future instead of her past. Annoyed, Connie leaves to be with her family, yet fate has other plans for her.

Connie is called to the police station to verify Steve's account after he's arrested for possessing stolen salt and pepper shakers. The situation lightens when the police lieutenant finds humor in Steve's predicament.

Timmy insists that Steve join them for Christmas dinner amidst the ongoing tension. The atmosphere is tense, but Steve expresses his feelings for Connie, leading to an uncomfortable confrontation.

Heartbroken over the situation, Timmy returns the train set to Crowley's, asking for a refund to ensure Steve's financial stability. This act highlights Timmy's maturity and loyalty to Steve.

Connie visits Steve, offering him the money Timmy refunded, but he declines to propose again until she has fully moved on from her husband's memory. This leads to another heated exchange between them.

On New Year's Eve, Connie realizes that she wants a future with Steve. As he celebrates aboard a train, he receives the joyful news that Connie and Timmy are coming to join him, marking a fresh beginning.