His writing flourished, and in 1888, he published six short story collections: Soldiers Three, The Story of the Gadsbys, In Black and White, Under the Deodars, The Phantom Rickshaw, and Wee Willie Winkie.

Following a disagreement, Kipling left his job at The Pioneer in early 1889. Using the money from selling the rights to his stories, he left India for London on March 9, 1889, to advance his literary career, but he could not forget India which had influenced him a lot. His later novel ‘is celebrated for its thorough and vivid description of India’s culture and diverse religious life. It effectively paints a rich image of the country, detailing its teeming populations, various religions, superstitions, and the vibrant life found both in the bazaars and on the road.