How does Chapter 42 describe the long period the people of Shirdi spent with Sai Baba?

Chapter 42 speaks very highly of the good fortune of the residents of Shirdi who had the opportunity to live in Sai Baba's presence. The text exclaims, "Blessed, blessed are the people of Shirdi, who enjoyed the happiness of Baba's company." It emphasizes that this period, which lasted for more than half a century, was one of "extremely joyful" times. This description of prolonged happiness, as mentioned in Chapter 42, serves as a prelude to the poignant account of Baba's Mahasamadhi, marking the end of that joyful era for the people who were fortunate enough to experience his physical company daily.