Could you describe the relationship between Mhalasapati and Sai Maharaj, and explain Mhalasapati's significance to the other devotees?

The bond between Mhalasapati and Maharaj was exceptionally close and deeply affectionate. According to Chapter 0, on the nights when Maharaj slept in the Masjid, Mhalasapati would devotedly sit by his side until dawn, and they would engage in intimate conversations. This routine of Mhalasapati staying in the Masjid all night every other day continued until his passing. The text highlights that Mhalasapati was a highly advanced and completely selfless soul. His spiritual stature was such that after Maharaj, he became a 'place of rest' for the devotees, who consistently found guidance and joy from him, making him a central figure in the community.