What was the turning point for Sapatnekar after being repeatedly rejected by Sai Baba?

After being repeatedly rebuffed by Sai Baba, Sapatnekar became extremely distressed, unable to eat or sleep properly. The turning point, as recounted in Chapter 48, was his personal determination to persevere. He made a firm resolution that he would stay in Shirdi with a steady mind until he received Baba's grace. Acting on this resolve, he waited for an opportunity when Baba was alone on his cushion. He then approached and held Baba’s feet. As he placed his head on Baba's feet, Baba reciprocated by placing a hand on him, marking the end of his period of trial and the beginning of a profound experience.