From the imperial court of King Khosrow Anushirvan, a noble envoy named Azad Sarv was dispatched to the ancient city of Merv to find a sage capable of deciphering the monarch's troubling dream. Azad Sarv scoured the city until he came upon a traditional schoolhouse, where an elder Mobad was teaching the sacred texts of the Zand and Avesta to young students with stern authority. Among the pupils sat an extraordinary boy, his radiant face inclined lovingly over his scriptures; he was known as Bozorgmehr. Reining in his steed, the royal messenger approached and inquired of the teacher regarding the interpretation of the Shah's dream. The Mobad admitted that his knowledge was bound strictly to the holy texts and that dream interpretation lay beyond his skill. Hearing this, young Bozorgmehr's eyes lit up with sudden clarity, and he boldly declared to his master that interpreting this royal vision was his true calling. Though the master scolded him for his audacity, Azad Sarv intervened, recognizing a spark of divine wisdom in the youth. Bozorgmehr steadfastly refused to reveal the mystery to anyone save the King himself, seated before the throne. Impressed by his quiet majesty, the envoy supplied the boy with a fine horse, coin, and provisions. Together, they departed Merv like noble pheasants moving through blossoms, conversing on the glorious destiny, crown, and royal radiance of Khosrow.