The First Meeting of Tenali Rama and the Emperor

The emperor was interested in hunting from a very young age. One day, he went hunting along with his courtiers. He had moved so far ahead of the pack that the others were left behind. He realized he was lost and didn't know which way to go. Finally, he arrived at a three-way intersection. He saw a young man coming his way and asked, "Can you tell me which of these roads goes to Agra?"

The young man smiled and said, "Everyone knows that a road cannot budge from its position. Then how can any of these roads go to Agra? But if you take that road, you will reach your destination."

The emperor burst out laughing. "Yes, you're right. What is your name?"

"O Emperor, I am Tenali Rama."

The emperor took off his ring and gave it to Tenali as a token of gratitude. This was the first meeting of Tenali and the emperor.