When the king spotted a robust youth perched atop the aged shoulders of his guru, he sensed trouble brewing. It didn't take long for him to recognize that where young Raman was involved, surprises were sure to follow. This seemingly simple village lad was far from a fool; even the fiery goddess Kali had succumbed to his cunning. Ingratiating himself into the prestigious Vijayanagara court, it was only a matter of time before he won over the heart of King Krishnadeva Raya, who welcomed the joviality and levity that Raman brought to his bustling court.