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.

就这样，尽管恐惧团团包围，这些置身于中央的可思议的动物，却自由而无畏地过的生活；宁静地沉湎于嬉戏欢乐之中。