How did Sai Baba describe his own role in the creation of the Shri Sai Satcharita, and what conditions did he place on the author?

In Chapter 2, Sai Baba describes his role as being the true author of the stories. He told the writer, "He is merely a pretext; I myself shall write my own story!" Baba promised his full help and support for the project. The primary condition he placed upon the author was the complete dissolution of the ego. He instructed the author to surrender his ego at Baba's feet, stating, "When the ego is dissolved, no trace of it remains. Then I myself shall enter with 'I-ness' and write with my own hand." By doing so, the author would receive full assistance not just for the book, but in all aspects of his life.