Everyone knew that Tenaliraman was one of the close associates of the King. 
ɛvɹiwʌn nu ðæt  wɑz wʌn ʌv ðʌ kloʊs ʌsoʊsiʌts ʌv ðʌ kɪŋ. 
 Indian's voice is very clear and has a monotone tone as he speaks at a moderate pace in a quiet environment with minimal reverberation.