Mao is a pale green, stuffed cat who considers himself to be intelligent, refined, and dignified. He is convinced a great destiny awaits him outside the toy shop. When a young couple takes him home, Mao is ready to travel the world. Instead, he grows bored and plots his escape. Mao's idea of a great adventure is turned on its head when the couple has a baby. Maya is everything Mao never expected, and he realizes being her best friend is his great destiny.