He went into a merchant's house, and was greeted as a guest according to local traditions. 
hi wɛnt ɪntu ʌ mɜ˞tʃʌnt'ɛs haʊs, ʌnd wɑz ɡɹitʌd æz ʌ ɡɛst ʌkɔɹdɪŋ tu loʊkʌl tɹʌdɪʃʌnz. 
 Indian's voice is monotone but clear, spoken slightly faster than usual in a very quiet and close-sounding environment.