The Emperor wishes to find a husband for his daughter. Suitors come to his palace. The man that is able to grow the most beautiful plant from a seed given by the king will win. The men return with beautiful plants. One seed has failed to grow; yet, its owner arrives at the palace with an empty pot. Though he is laughed at, he emerges the victor. The Ruler had handed every candidate a sterile seed. In the end, he chose the most honorable man for his daughter.