How does Chapter 35 of the Sai Satcharitra describe the challenge of pride for spiritual seekers, and what happens to those who approach Sai Baba with skepticism?

Chapter 35 of the Sai Satcharitra powerfully illustrates how pride in one's own spiritual path can be a formidable obstacle, described as a "terrible forest." It details the mindset of skeptics who, believing a God with form is an illusion, resolve to visit Shirdi without bowing to Sai Baba or offering Dakshina. They question his saintliness due to his practice of asking for money. However, this chapter explains that regardless of their firm resolve, upon receiving Sai Baba's darshan, these individuals completely surrender. They forget their previous logic, bow at his feet, and remain devoted, demonstrating the transformative power of a direct experience with Sai.