What preliminary stories and topics are mentioned at the beginning of Chapter 31?

Chapter 31 opens by referencing several past events and stories to set the stage. It mentions the story of a devotee of Saptashringi, the fulfillment of Madhavrao's vow where Sai Baba fed him ghee, and an instance where Baba gave darshan in a dream for Khushalchet Ramlala. As recorded in the initial verses of Chapter 31, it also alludes to stories involving Mankar, Noolkar Megha, and even a cruel tiger that was given a place at Sai's feet. The author states the intention to narrate these stories briefly for the reader's welfare.