Can you describe the turning point for Sapatnekar when he finally received a sign of grace from Sai Baba?

The turning point for Sapatnekar came after a period of intense distress where he could not eat or sleep. Seeing an opportunity when Baba was alone, he made a firm resolution to act. As described in Chapter 48 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra, he approached Baba and, with a choked heart, held His feet in an act of complete surrender. This was the moment of grace. Baba responded by placing His hand on Sapatnekar's head. This compassionate gesture marked the end of Sapatnekar's trial of being pushed away and was immediately followed by the miracle of Baba narrating his life story.