But the hermit was absent-minded and looked for an opportunity to hit the mouse with his stick, lest it come again. 
bʌt ðʌ hɜ˞mʌt wɑz æbsʌnt-maɪndʌd ʌnd lʊkt fɔɹ æn ɑpɜ˞tunʌti tu hɪt ðʌ maʊs wɪð hɪz stɪk, lɛst ɪt kʌm ʌɡɛn. 
 Indian speaks slightly quickly with a monotone delivery in a clear and quiet environment.