A king had a dream in which he found that all his teeth had fallen out. He wanted an interpretation of the dream.
A dream interpreter was sent for. He consulted the ancient books and said to the king, “Sir ! This is a most unfortunate dream. It signifies that all your dear ones, children, wife, relatives, will die during your life time”.

The king was utterly disappointed and ordered that the soothsayer be thrown into prison.

Yet another dream interpreter was called for. He too consulted the same ancient books and said, “O King ! This is a most fortunate dream. It signifies that you will survive all your dear ones. Long live the king !”

The king felt happy and richly rewarded the soothsayer.