In 1699, during the reign of Mahmud Shah II, pirates were storming the shores of southern Johor, from Mersing to Pulau Penyengat and Riau.

His absence presented an opportunity to a former palace officer, who was jealous of Megat Seri Rama, to plot against him.

The Sultan asked for proof and the woman's belly was cut, and the child was seen with the piece of the jackfruit.

As Megat Seri Rama discovered the murder of his wife and unborn child after returning from the war, he decided to seek revenge.

As the sultan heaved his last breath, he cast a curse which forbade all sons of Bintan to touch the grounds of Kota Tinggi for eternity or they shall vomit blood to death.