According to Chapter 9, what happens if a devotee leaves Shirdi without Sai Baba's permission?

Chapter 9 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra explains a key characteristic of the Shirdi pilgrimage: one must not depart without Sai Baba's explicit permission. The text warns that if a pilgrim leaves without this consent, they invite obstacles and trouble. The chapter mentions that those who acted outside of his orders suffered greatly on their journey, with some even being looted by thieves, an experience they remembered for a lifetime. This principle underscores the importance of adhering to Baba's guidance for a safe and blessed journey, a lesson many devotees learned through direct experience.