Could you tell me about Mhalasapati's relationship with Sai Baba and his role within the community of devotees?

Mhalasapati shared an 'extremely close relationship' with Sai Baba. According to Chapter 0, they had a special routine where Baba would sleep in the Masjid every other night. On those nights, Mhalasapati would devotedly sit with Maharaj until dawn, and they would engage in 'very affectionate conversations.' This continued until Mhalasapati's death. He was described as being 'highly advanced and completely selfless.' For other followers, he was a source of guidance and joy, serving as a 'place of rest for his devotees' even after Baba's passing, highlighting his significant spiritual stature and importance within the community.