What was the author of the Sai Satcharitra like before he became a devotee, and how does he describe himself?

The author, who is identified as Hemadpant, provides a self-critical description of his former character. In Chapter 2, he admits to being mischievous, talkative, cynical, and prone to criticism. He describes himself as having a "bad intellect and a logic-driven mind," always proud of his own wisdom and ready for argumentation. He frankly states that he was arrogant about his knowledge and initially knew nothing of the greatness of a Satguru. This candid confession serves as a prelude to the story of his transformation and the significance of the name "Hemadpant."