Mystery on the Rajdhani Express

Indian trains have a notorious reputation. At night, they are a shadowy hotbed of pickpockets and petty crooks.

You wake up to discover that your sandals have gone missing.

The thief could be anyone.

It could be your quiet, helpful bunkmate

Or the friendly boy who offered you Oreos.

It could be the 2 in the carriage next door, working in a pair.

Or the mysterious stowaway, sitting by the toilets in between cabins.

Perhaps it’s the conductor, collecting more than just tickets from the passengers on the train.

Everyone on the train has been eager to get to know you, but someone has really put themselves in your shoes.

The thief could be anyone.

The thief could be of any ethnicity.

The thief could be Chinese.

The thieves are you friends.

The train ride was a pleasant and uneventful one, and people were incredibly helpful, friendly, and welcoming.