What led Ratanji to travel to Shirdi, and how did he present himself to Sai Baba upon his arrival?

Ratanji's constant distress over not having a son led him to confide in Das Ganu, in whom he had great faith. Chapter 14 recounts that Das Ganu advised him to go to Shirdi and seek the blessings of Sai Baba, assuring him that surrendering to Baba would fulfill his heart's desire. The idea appealed to Ratanji, who then resolved to make the journey. Upon arriving in Shirdi, he went to the Masjid for darshan, prostrated at Sai Baba's feet, placed a flower garland around Baba's neck with love, and offered a weight of fruits as a sign of his respect and eagerness.