Describe the circumstances that led Ratanji to Shirdi and narrate his first meeting with Sai Baba.

As detailed in Chapter 14, the merchant Ratanji was in a state of constant sadness because he did not have a son. He confided in Das Ganu, in whom he had great faith, revealing the secret sorrow of his heart. Das Ganu advised him to go to Shirdi, take Sai Baba's darshan, and explain his situation, assuring him that Baba would grant his heart's desire. Ratanji took this advice and traveled to Shirdi. Upon arriving at the Masjid for darshan, he prostrated at Sai's feet, feeling a surge of love. He then lovingly placed a flower garland around Baba's neck and offered fruits at His feet before humbly making his prayer.