One day, when the merchant was entering the gateway to the palace, he was stopped by the guards. 
wʌn deɪ, wɛn ðʌ mɜ˞tʃʌnt wɑz ɛntɜ˞ɪŋ ðʌ ɡeɪtweɪ tu ðʌ pælʌs, hi wɑz stɑpt baɪ ðʌ ɡɑɹdz. 
 Indian's voice is very clear and very close-sounding, indicating a good recording quality. The monotone delivery is at a moderate speed.