See, you can see footprints of an animal with three legs, said Raman, pointing out the footprints on the ground.

It was dragging the other leg because it was hurt in that leg.

You can see ants lined up on this side which means, the animal was loaded with.

The bag on this side also must have holes in it, said Raman.

After all it is hurt in one leg and you seem to be hale and hearty, said Raman.

The King ordered one of his ministers to dig fresh wells all over the kingdom so that his people would not suffer during the hot summer season.

Finally they decided to meet Tenali Raman and ask him for help.

One morning, when he came to his court, he was in very good spirits.

Upon being asked by his courtiers the reason, Krishnadevaraya responded that he had a dream about a magnificent palace the previous night.

It was a hanging palace, made with all kinds of jewels inside out.

He announced that he would like to build such a palace for himself.

And whoever would build him the palace, would get 1000 gold coins.

They did not dare correct Krishnadevaraya, considering that it might invite his wrath.

However, on the other hand, they also needed to find a great architect who can build such a seemingly impossible palace.

Tenali Raman listened to the story and assured them that he would find a way.

To which he replied, Oh, Dear King All my belongings have been stolen.

I am appealing to your kindness for justice and help me get my stuff back.

Krishnadevaraya immediately ordered one of his ministers to catch the thief who stole the old man s belongings.

The old man replied in affirmative but appeared scared to provide any further details of the thief.

To which Krishnadevaraya assured the man that he can name the thief fearlessly, and the king will protect him.

However, remembering his promise, Krishnadevaraya controlled his anger and asked the old man that how was it even possible.

They took all the households and other valuable items the old man possessed.

He said, Oh old man It was just a dream Dreams can be as ridiculous as possible.

Krishnadevaraya was puzzled and asked Tenali Rama the reason behind the trickery.

Tenali Rama Story