In the story of Sapatnekar, what was the role of the Dhangar (shepherd) woman? Did she understand the story Baba was telling her?

The Dhangar woman served as an indirect audience for a miracle meant solely for Sapatnekar. Chapter 48 explains that while Sai Baba directed his conversation to her, she had "no connection to the story." The narrative Baba recounted, disguised as the story of a merchant, was actually Sapatnekar's own life history. The woman's presence allowed Baba to reveal his omniscience to Sapatnekar without addressing him directly. As Sapatnekar listened, he was shocked to hear his own life story, including personal details like the death of his son, which transformed his doubt into awe and reverence for Baba.