According to Osho, the master-disciple relationship is an egoless communion: the true master, emptied of superiority, calls himself a friend, extending a hand to lead you from darkness; the true disciple, dropping ego, feels deep reverence and remains a disciple even after enlightenment. Pseudo-disciples seek status instead. The bond is love, presence, and transmission that continues beyond distance.
A real master is a humble friend who guides, and a real disciple lets go of ego and keeps honoring the guide, even after awakening.