Despite the terrible living conditions, what were the benefits for Amir Shakkar of staying in the Chavadi?

Although his stay in the Chavadi was described as being like imprisonment, it came with the supreme benefit of Sai Baba's constant company. According to Chapter 22, this difficult situation provided Amir with effortless and frequent opportunities for Baba's darshan. He could see Baba every morning and evening as Baba's path for alms and His evening routine took Him right past the Chavadi. Furthermore, on the alternate nights Baba stayed in the Chavadi, they were separated by only a nominal curtain and a plank door, allowing them to talk with calm minds after the other devotees had left. The text states that enjoying such firm companionship with Sai is a rare benefit not obtainable without great fortune.