What was Sapatnekar's plan to finally receive Sai Baba's grace after being repeatedly pushed away?

After being repeatedly rejected by Sai Baba with the words "Chal Hat," Sapatnekar became extremely disheartened. However, instead of leaving, he made a firm personal determination to stay in Shirdi with a steady mind until he received Baba's grace. Chapter 48 describes how, in a state of great distress and sleeplessness, he saw an opportunity when Baba was alone on his cushion. Sapatnekar resolved to approach and firmly hold Baba's feet. This act of determined faith bore fruit, as Baba then placed a comforting hand on him, marking a turning point in his experience.