Analyze the implicit influence of Gajanan Maharaj's teachings in Ratanji's decision to seek a son, in contrast to the direct intervention by Sai Baba described in Chapter 14.

An analysis of Gajanan Maharaj's influence on Ratanji is not feasible, as he is entirely absent from the narrative provided in Chapter 14. The text attributes Ratanji's distress solely to his lack of a son, a personal sorrow that made his great wealth feel 'entirely fruitless.' His decision to seek spiritual help came after confiding in Das Ganu, who explicitly directed him to Sai Baba in Shirdi. The story then details the direct intervention of Sai Baba, beginning with Ratanji's arrival at the Masjid and Baba's immediate request for Dakshina. The entire account in Chapter 14 is centered on the merchant's problem and his encounter with Sai Baba, with no mention of Gajanan Maharaj's teachings or influence.