He said to himself, Those who go before will make the rough places smooth. 
hi sɛd tu hɪmsɛlf, ðoʊz hu ɡoʊ bɪfɔɹ wɪl meɪk ðʌ ɹʌf pleɪsʌz smuð. 
 Indian's voice is very clear and has a very monotone tone as he speaks at a moderate pace in a quiet environment with minimal reverberation.