Because of respect for you, I delayed taking action against him. 
bɪkɔz ʌv ɹɪspɛkt fɔɹ ju, aɪ dɪleɪd teɪkɪŋ ækʃʌn ʌɡɛnst hɪm. 
 Indian speaks in a very monotone tone with a clear and very close-sounding voice in a quiet environment.