What was Damu Anna's business plan that he sought Sai Baba's approval for, and how did Baba react?

Damu Anna of Nagar intended to speculate in the cotton trade, a venture he believed would make him a millionaire. As chapter 25 explains, he wrote a letter to Sai Baba seeking his permission for this plan. When Madhavrao (Shama) presented the letter, Baba already seemed to know its contents, remarking that Damu Anna was "trying to touch the sky!" After the letter was read aloud, Baba stated that the "Shet's mind has gone astray" and advised him against the venture. Baba's message was one of contentment, saying, "Half a loaf of bread is enough for us; do not fall into the trap of millions."