The Spirit took Scrooge to a cold moor where miners worked deep underground. Inside a hut, a family gathered around a fire and sang together. Their voices grew stronger as they joined the old song. Scrooge saw that even hard work could not keep Christmas cheer away. Next they flew to a lighthouse on a lonely rocky island. Two keepers watched the light for passing sailors. They shared a drink and wished each other a merry Christmas. One sang while the sea roared outside. At Fred's house, guests laughed about Scrooge's refusal to join them. Fred said he still invited his uncle every year. He felt sorry for Scrooge, who missed friendship and fun. Scrooge heard his own name spoken with kindness, not anger. After tea, Fred's wife played music on a harp. A simple tune reminded Scrooge of his sister bringing him home. He remembered the lonely child who had longed for love. The music made him wish he had kept his heart open. Guests played games, and Scrooge guessed answers aloud without being heard. In one game, Fred described a grumpy animal living in London. His sister guessed the answer: Uncle Scrooge. Fred still raised a toast to him, wishing him a merry Christmas. Scrooge felt happy and wanted to stay until the guests left. He begged the Spirit for just one more half hour. The Spirit could not let him remain. They moved on, carrying Scrooge's new wish for connection.