The protagonist rescues a black cat named The Black of Paris from an animal shelter in Paris after feeling lonely since leaving their home country of Argentina in a hurry. The Black of Paris cheers up the protagonist by taking them around Paris, climbing trees and jumping together. While at the top of the Eiffel Tower, the cat helps the protagonist see their home of Buenos Aires from afar. The story ends with the protagonist's father telling them that they will be returning to Argentina.