He had a free run of the royal household because he was the king’s pet. 
hi hæd ʌ fɹi ɹʌn ʌv ðʌ ɹɔɪʌl haʊshoʊld bɪkɔz hi wɑz ðʌ kɪŋ’ɛs pɛt. 
 Indian's speech is very clear, with a very monotone tone, delivered at a moderate speed in a close proximity to the microphone.