Because dealing with Hanged Man and Emperor went more smoothly than originally planned, the group boarded the train to India on the afternoon of the second day.
"Yes, I've already contacted the SPW Foundation to have vehicles ready at our destination, but why do we need so many?"
On the train, Joseph and Takatsuki chatted.
"We will definitely encounter many ambushes from Dio's subordinates along the way. Dio currently lacks time the most, so even if he cannot stop us, his subordinates will definitely try their best to delay us. The simplest method is to destroy our means of transportation."
Takatsuki did not hide it and said, "I have an ability, a backpack tied to me personally, which can hold non-living objects. So, if I prepare more vehicles, I can carry them with me. This way, even if they are destroyed, I can replace them at any time to save time."
Joseph nodded, "Indeed, it's a good thing Dio's target is only on us. The ordinary people of the SPW Foundation have not been ambushed."
It was perfectly normal for Dio's assassins to attack their means of transportation, so none of them dared to travel by plane. However, the SPW Foundation's planes were not a concern, as sending subordinates to attack them would only be a waste of Dio's time.
If it wasn't too much trouble to buy a car himself and easy to attract attention, Takatsuki would have bought his own car. As for other supplies besides cars, Takatsuki had already packed many into his backpack.
The game backpack has five hundred slots, and while it can't hold something as big as a truck, it can certainly hold ordinary cars.
Takatsuki had secretly tried it in Changkong City. After all, well-used spatial equipment could also provide great assistance.
From trains to ships, the group endured several days of travel and finally were about to arrive in India.
"Takatsuki, why did you make us change into these clothes? India should be very hot, right?"
On the ship, Takatsuki had Kiana and Raiden Mei change into long-sleeved shirts and long pants. Although she complied, Kiana still asked curiously.
"Just change for now. You can change into whatever you want once we settle down. When we get off the ship later, many people will crowd around. If you have any valuables, give them to me together; there are also many pickpockets."
"Aren't all of my and Mei's valuables with you already? We didn't bring anything."
Takatsuki thought for a moment, and indeed, that was true. The two of them had brought nothing when they came to this world. Apart from their phones, they had no other valuables. Their phones were even kept with their clothes in Takatsuki's backpack. Compared to the cruise ship's baggage claim, Takatsuki's backpack was clearly safer.
Joseph, who heard their conversation, leaned over and asked, "Takatsuki, have you been to India before?"
"No," Takatsuki shook his head and continued, "but I've heard that this kind of situation still exists decades later. It shouldn't be uncommon in India now, after all, travelers from outside are a major source of income here."
Joseph nodded, "Speaking of which, Avdol, I heard the food here in India is very unsanitary. Will we get sick from it?"
"Hahaha, Mr. Joestar, you worry too much. India is a place with simple folk customs; you will definitely love it."
Takatsuki silently rolled his eyes. "Simple folk customs" was a term with mixed connotations in the future.
Fortunately, he had prepared a lot of food. Takatsuki didn't know how Indian cuisine was. With Joseph's financial resources, he naturally wouldn't choose roadside fly-infested stalls, but even if that didn't work, Takatsuki wouldn't mind eating his stored food for the duration of their stay in India.
As the ship docked, a group of ragged people immediately crowded forward, surrounding those disembarking.
"Ahhh! It stinks! Don't come near me! Don't touch me!"
As soon as she got off the ship, Kiana smelled a foul odor and saw many dirty people reaching out to grab her.
"Mei! Are you alright!"
After finally getting rid of a few kids pestering for tips, Kiana looked in Mei's direction and saw Mei and Takatsuki, who had already been protected in Takatsuki's embrace and forcibly squeezed out of the crowd.
Kiana's mood instantly soured.
Following Avdol's guidance, the group arrived at the best restaurant in the area.
"Come, please have some. This is milk tea; it's very delicious."
Looking at the drink in the teacup in front of them, the few people from the future showed a slightly awkward but polite smile.
"Hmm? It's really good."
Although they were all called milk tea, the actual preparation methods were somewhat different. Compared to the milk tea widely available on the streets in later generations, this rustic drink had a unique flavor.
"Right? You'll get used to it slowly. Once you do, you'll be able to feel the profoundness of this country."
It proved that, although most other places looked somewhat dilapidated and unhygienic, there were still high-end places. At least in terms of hygiene and environment, they were acceptable, and coupled with the exotic customs, it also had a unique flavor.
"Next, we'll drive overland from Kolkata to Varanasi, and then continue northwest."
Opening the map, Joseph glanced at it and said, "It's been several days, and we haven't encountered any of Dio's people. I wonder what kind of conspiracy he's planning."
Because they were all defeated before.
Takatsuki thought as he looked at the menu in his hand. However, it was indeed strange that there had been no new enemies for several consecutive days. Takatsuki thought carefully and estimated that it might also be due to the enemies' overconfidence or their choice of a suitable location.
Until after dinner, the group did not encounter any enemies. Joseph led them to where the SPW Foundation had prepared vehicles. Three cars were neatly arranged there, along with a pile of supplies.
"Mr. Joseph."
Several the Speedwagon Foundation staff members who had been waiting rushed forward to greet him.
"Oh, thank you for your hard work."
Joseph nodded and looked at Takatsuki, "These are the supplies you asked for."
Looking at the pile of miscellaneous supplies in front of him.
"I thought I only asked for cars?"
"Hahaha, since we know you have such a convenient ability, it's better to bring more for emergencies. Originally, it was inconvenient for us to carry too many things because they were too cumbersome, but since you can carry them, it's better to bring more."
Takatsuki shook his head, walked over, and began to load some supplies into his backpack, "Let me be clear, things in my backpack will also spoil if left for too long. Don't treat it like a refrigerator."
Fortunately, the backpack had five hundred slots, and similar items would automatically stack up to nine hundred ninety-nine, otherwise, these supplies would not fit.
To everyone's astonished gaze, Takatsuki loaded several cars into it as well.
"No matter how you look at it, it's truly frightening. Well then, let's set off. Polnareff, you drive."