What role did Das Ganu play in Ratanji's story, and how did he influence the merchant's actions?

Das Ganu played a crucial and direct role in guiding Ratanji toward Sai Baba. According to chapter 14, Ratanji, in his state of constant sadness over not having a son, confided in Das Ganu, a person in whom he had "great faith." It was Das Ganu who provided the specific solution to his problem. He told Ratanji, "Go to Shirdi; you will obtain your heart's desire." He instructed the merchant to seek Baba's darshan, bow at His feet, and explain his situation from beginning to end. Das Ganu's confident assurance that Baba's power was "inconceivable" and that surrendering to Him would lead to fulfillment directly influenced Ratanji's decision. As chapter 14 states, the idea appealed to Ratanji's mind, leading him to resolve to travel to Shirdi.