What were Baba's cryptic words to Madhavrao before he left for Chitali, and what was their significance?

Before Madhavrao (Shama) left with Mirikar, he sought Sai Baba's permission. In response, Chapter 22 states that Sai laughed and said, "Well, if he takes you, then go. Her name is Masjidmai; will she let her promise be broken?" He also compared this protection to that of an affectionate mother for her child. The significance of these words became clear to Mirikar only after the snake incident. He understood that 'Masjidmai' represented the protective grace of Baba's Dwarkamai, and that Baba, knowing the impending calamity, had insisted Shama go along to act as a guardian and ensure the 'misfortune was averted'.