According to Chapter 9, what are the consequences of either leaving Shirdi without permission or staying after permission has been granted?

Chapter 9 of the Sai Satcharitra details a crucial principle of the Shirdi pilgrimage regarding Sai Baba's permission. The text explicitly states that if a pilgrim departs without Baba's consent, they are inviting obstacles and trouble. It recounts that those who acted against his orders suffered greatly on their journey, with some even being looted by thieves. Conversely, the chapter also warns that once permission to leave is given, one should not stay in Shirdi for even a moment longer, as doing so also brings trouble upon one's head. This dual-sided rule highlights the absolute importance of adhering precisely to Baba's timing for the devotee's own protection and welfare.