For how long did Amir Shakkar live in the Chavadi, and were there any restrictions placed upon him during that time?

Chapter 22 states that a stay of nine months was ordained for Amir Shakkar in the Chavadi. During this extended period, a significant restriction was placed upon him: he was explicitly forbidden from going to the Masjid to have Baba's vision (darshan). This must have been a difficult rule for a devotee to follow. However, the narrative explains that the location of the Chavadi was such that he ended up getting Baba's vision automatically and frequently without even having to make an effort to go anywhere.