What finally changed Sapatnekar's situation after being repeatedly dismissed by Sai Baba?

After being repeatedly dismissed by Sai Baba, a deeply distressed Sapatnekar made a personal determination to stay in Shirdi with a steady mind until he received Baba's grace. Chapter 48 recounts that he was unable to eat or sleep due to his sorrow. He then made a resolution to act. Seeing an opportunity when Baba was alone, Sapatnekar approached and held Baba's feet with a choked heart. This act of desperate surrender was the turning point. In response, Baba placed his hand on Sapatnekar's head, comforting him and setting the stage for the miracle that would follow, demonstrating that a determined heart never goes away disappointed.