How does the author describe his own role in narrating the stories within Chapter 47?

The author, Hemadpant, presents himself in a very humble light regarding the narration. Chapter 47 states that "Sai is the eye of the eyes and the ear of the ears; Entering my heart, He himself narrated this account." It further elaborates that Sai Samarth is the story, the speaker, and the face, diminishing the author's role by stating Hemad is "merely a nickname." This description from Chapter 47 clearly indicates that the author views himself not as the originator of the stories, but as a simple instrument or vessel through which Sai Baba communicates his divine teachings.