Grant must juggle his responsibilities at the Aquarium caring for a soon-to-be orphan otter pup with his fledgling relationship with J.L. The frosty disposition of his new assistant adds to the mix.

Grant receives some upsetting news when he learns that a friend who lived in Africa has disappeared. It troubles him to the point where he considers going to Kenya. His children don't want to go and J. L. can't seem to get through to Grant, which leaves it to two boys who Grant meets on the beach.