Why does Sai Baba love his own stories, and how does he use them to interact with his followers?

Chapter 36 explicitly states that Sai Baba 'loves his own stories very much.' The reason for this love is tied to his method of interacting with and bestowing grace upon his devotees. The text explains that he 'constantly provides memories of them,' using the stories as a medium for his presence and blessings. He orchestrates the entire process, 'making the listener and speaker a mere pretext,' in order to fulfill the desires of the devotees. These stories are not just historical accounts; they are living transmissions of his grace, designed to remove the misery of worldly existence, increase devotion, and provide complete protection to those who engage with them, thus serving as a primary vehicle for his divine play.