The book tells the story of a boy named Milton who is attacked by an older and bigger boy on the school playground. Milton becomes anxious about each day at school. Although he doesn't know what to do, he won't even tell his parents and is having a very difficult time alone with his fear...

When his cat Teo comes home the next morning bitten by a vicious dog, Milton is surprised that Teo isn't scared either. His grandfather tries to explain to him that the cat lives in the present, but Milton doesn't understand. How can the presence help him with his fear?
However, the following night, Milton has a very strange dream in which he meets an unknown mysterious ice cream woman. This woman reveals to him the secret of the power of the present moment. Milton is absolutely thrilled with his nighttime experience and is about to apply his newfound knowledge to his real life. Another day at school awaits him and with it the fear of an older classmate...

Will Milton be able to solve his problem?
What secret did this mysterious lady reveal to Milton?