Clint Briggs, a bitter and heartless businessman, is visited by the Ghost of Christmas Present on Christmas Eve. Instead of being transformed by the visit, Clint immediately begins to manipulate the situation to his advantage. He tricks the Ghost into revealing more about his own past, present, and future, and uses this information to try to escape his own fate.
As Clint continues to challenge and outsmart the Ghost, he begins to see the error of his ways and starts to question his own actions and beliefs. The Ghost, meanwhile, is forced to confront his own shortcomings and regrets as Clint forces him to reevaluate his own choices and motivations.
As the night progresses, Clint and the Ghost engage in a battle of wills, with Clint determined to resist any attempts at redemption and the Ghost struggling to fulfill his duty. Eventually, Clint is forced to confront the consequences of his actions and the pain he has caused others, leading to a dramatic confrontation that will ultimately determine his fate.
In the end, Clint is given a chance at redemption, but it is unclear whether he will be able to overcome his own destructive tendencies and change his ways. The Ghost, too, learns valuable lessons about forgiveness and compassion, as he realizes the importance of empathy and understanding in helping others find their way.