Hendrik and Britta are willing to give Ben and Tina a personal loan. But that doesn't happen - Tina is stunned to learn that Ben's instant loan can no longer be cancelled. Anette is about to hand over the incriminating evidence against Malte to Sandra. Until she gets an emotional letter from Malte. While Sandra is waiting for her friend at the station, Anette visits Malte again in prison. She realizes: Malte loves her sincerely and she doesn't want to let him down!

Josie has mixed feelings about saying goodbye to her friends and family. Once again she feels how much she feels connected to Erik. But Paul's anticipation of their life together makes Josie look to the future with optimism. Max is overwhelmed with the situation he has burst into and retreats to the lake. Gerry, distraught at Max and Vanessa's split, tracks him down there and tries to comfort his brother.

When Bambi is brought out of the coma, it is hoped that the antidote will work. The longer it takes to wake up, the higher the risk of consequential damage. In Schillerallee, Bambi's coma doesn't really create a Christmas spirit. Two Christmas angels ensure that everyone is seated at one table after all. When Julius comes home for the Christmas holidays, Ringo reconsiders his nasty deeds.

Richard is looking forward to Christmas in the large family circle. For him, this also includes Justus, which is why he wants Jenny and Justus to reconcile beforehand. The Zieglers miss Christmas dinner. But by joining forces, they can save Christmas Eve and put a smile on everyone's face.

Jessica brings the best to Christmas dinner with Tuner's mom. While she enjoys the supposedly perfect evening and her happiness with Tuner, Tuner is caught off guard when his mother questions his girlfriend's intentions. Lilly and Nihat can finally laugh again at the absurdity of their situation. Both feel more connected than ever. While Emily is mostly grateful not to have lost her little family.