What does Chapter 36 say about Sai Baba's love for his own stories and his connection with his devotees?

Chapter 36 reveals a beautiful aspect of Sai Baba's relationship with his devotees and his own life stories. It explicitly states that "He loves his own stories very much." This love is not for self-aggrandizement but is a mechanism for connecting with his followers. The chapter explains that he "constantly provides memories of them," using the storyteller and the listener as a "mere pretext" to fulfill the desires of the devotees. This implies a dynamic, living relationship where the stories become a conduit for his grace. Furthermore, Chapter 36 assures that for those who sing loving hymns or meditate on him, he "never lets them lack anything" and "protects them completely," underscoring his role as a compassionate guardian.