What was the mindset of the family from Malegaon when they decided to visit Shirdi, as described in Chapter 34?

As Chapter 34 recounts, the family from Malegaon was in a state of desperation and helplessness. After all medical remedies, including surgery, failed to cure the nephew's painful bone-cyst, they heard of a famous saint, Sai Maharaj, in Shirdi. Their decision to go was framed as a 'last resort.' They were motivated by stories that Sai Baba's Udi, applied by his own hand, could cure even incurable diseases. Their thought process was, 'What is there to lose in gaining this experience?' and 'Perhaps this calamity will be averted.' This shows they were clinging to a final thread of hope, eager for Sai’s darshan and willing to try anything to end the child's suffering.