And thus, though surrounded by circle upon circle of consternations and affrights, did these inscrutable creatures at the centre freely and fearlessly indulge in all peaceful concernments; yea, serenely revelled in dalliance and delight.

就样，尽管被惊慌恐惧团团，些置身于中央的可思议的动物，却无畏地过着和平的生活；宁静地沉湎于嬉戏和欢乐之中。