The book says Baba was 'hidden' for a time. How did he reappear and return to Shirdi?

The Shri Sai Satcharitra explains that Baba had been absent for a period before his permanent stay in Shirdi. Chapter 5 details his return, stating that this 'gem' was found again in Shirdi as part of a Muslim wedding party. This party was for a relative of Chand Patil, the very man who had witnessed Baba's miracles with the lost mare and the glowing ember. Therefore, after being 'hidden,' Baba's return to Shirdi was facilitated by his miraculous encounter with Chand Patil, who brought him along with the wedding procession.