The text mentions a 'veil of Maya' and a 'state of delusion' affecting Dev. What does this mean in the context of the Sanyasi's visit?

In the context of the story from Chapter 40, the phrase 'veil of Maya' refers to how the Sanyasi's original purpose of collecting donations was completely obscured during his second visit. Although Dev knew this was the same person who had asked for money, the Sanyasi's new request for a meal created a mental illusion, or Maya. This led to Dev's 'state of delusion,' where his mind fixed only on the immediate situation: 'He is some guest who has come to get a meal.' The previous, more complex interaction was forgotten, and Dev's perception was simplified, preventing him from considering any deeper meaning behind the Sanyasi's return.