"Compared to the Yanzhou horse, Liangma's horsepower is a bit inferior. But Liangma's strength lies in its courage, so it should be the first choice as a war horse."
The next day, Lu Feng took Xu Mu and walked around the nearby horse farm. As for Chen Sheng, according to the previous military order, he and Gong Luan were preparing to recruit troops in Huairou.
"My lord also knows that if you are a war horse, you must be the best gelding. When Dong Wen was there, he liked the method of fire gelding the most, which made the horse miserable and violent. Although this method can stimulate the potential of the war horse, it also makes the war horse The life span is shortened. After entering the cold land, I took people to search around and hired many good horse craftsmen to use the water gelding method to make it easier for the war horses to survive."
"Brother Feng is good at what he does."
Old Lu Feng blushed, "I'm just following my lord and doing a casual job. As the leader of Ma Zhengsi, I can't do anything random. If I don't do well, I'm worried that my lord will also be embarrassed."
"I'm interested." Xu Mu patted Lu Feng on the shoulder.
"In the beginning of spring this year, a lot of foals were born, and most of them survived. I wrote a letter earlier that the horse farm is rich. In February or March, it may be able to provide an additional three thousand horses."
February and March are the middle of the year, so the timing is just right.
"Some time ago, I recruited a horse physiognomist who was recommended by someone. He was quite talented. It's a pity that he is in Anzhou, otherwise he could have recommended me. My lord may not know, but the foals in the racecourse, he After touching the bones, you can know its temperament, whether it can be used as a war horse, and even the best age for breeding.”
"If I have time, I will naturally go and meet you. But this time I come here, I have some things to do."
"It doesn't matter. I will welcome your lord when he comes to Anzhou."
Xu Mu was relieved in his heart, "No matter what, even if you stay behind, you should be more careful. There is no need to worry too much, just take care of yourself."
Lu Feng's face was moved, his eyes turned red and he nodded.
"When I came, I took a few jars of good wine. Remember to take them with you later."
"Thank you, my lord!"
"Call my boss."
"Thank you... boss."
…
At dusk, Lu Feng, who rushed back from Bingzhou, looked a little satisfied. This time, meeting my little boss was a joy after all.
He got off his horse, kept two jars of the good wine he had brought back, and distributed the rest to several of his subordinates. When he turned around, he probably thought of something again.
"By the way, remember to take a jar and give it to Yang Xiangma."
Yang Xiangma is the horse physiognomist Yang You.
The largest horse farm in Anzhou has always been where Lu Fengchang lived. Instead, it was the big house in Chengdu that I hadn’t returned to for a long time.
"Yang Xiangma, General Lu has sent us wine and meat." Following Lu Feng's order, a man who looked like a captain stood in front of the stable with wine and meat in his hands.
Not long after, an old face slowly appeared. He stretched out his withered hands and took the wine and meat.
"General Lu met with my lord, and when he came back, he said that he originally wanted to introduce Yang Xiangma, but unfortunately my lord has many things to do, so he can only wait until next time."
The captain's unprovoked words made the people in the stable tremble inexplicably.
"That's great." The voice was hoarse.
The captain was not surprised, and probably got used to this man's temper, so he turned around and left with fists in his hands.
In the dimness of the stable, Yang Xiangma raised his face, and his deep eyes were full of coldness.
…
Changyang, the royal road outside the palace.
Chang Sheng, who came out of the Imperial Study Room, showed a rare smile.
"Little strategist, why are you so happy?"
"Here comes news from an old friend." Chang Sheng exhaled comfortably, and like a big stone pressing on his chest, it was suddenly lifted away.
The person he had been waiting for for so long was not dead after all.
"By the way, little strategist, Jiang Xian came here just now. When he saw you in the study, he didn't bother him... and brought a can of fish soup over. The little strategist also knows what his responsibilities are, so I opened it and took a look." Yan As Pi spoke, he raised his hand and pointed at the soup can in his arms.
"Does it smell good?"
"The scales have not... not been removed, and the fish has not been gutted. It smells bitter and fishy. It is probably because the whole live fish was put in and cooked. Come to think of it, Jiang Xian is a knife and stick wielder, so I don't know Why, suddenly started cooking."
"Finally I'm interested." Chang Sheng smiled and took the fish soup. He opened it and didn't dislike it. He took a few big sips from the soup can before putting it down.
"Little military advisor, will you drink people to death..."
"No nonsense, it's a little sweet."
People feel refreshed when happy events happen. Chang Sheng stretches his arms in the wind and gives a big slouch.
"I'm going to have a drink with Huang Zhizhou later. If anyone is looking for me in the palace, I'll ask him to visit again another day."
"Little strategist, would you like to bring some experts to protect you?"
"Just kidding, Zhizhou is one of my own. A person who has taken root in Changyang and has children and a wife, he belongs to Beiyu after all."
"Little military advisor, he was a general of Shu before."
Chang Sheng turned around and was not angry, "Yan Pi, I just want to ask, if you betray Beiyu——"
"Little military advisor, how could I, Yan Pi, rebel against Chongqing!"
"For example, if you rebel, what will happen to your family?"
"I will definitely die..."
"The same reason. Tiger poison does not eat its children. I may have been worried before, but Huang Zhizhou now has a legitimate son, a wife and children to stay with, and a bright future. Furthermore, when he rebelled against Shu, , killed many Xishu soldiers along the way, and personally beheaded Cao Hong, could such a person be a spy?"
"Pretend not to."
"So, he is a member of the family." Chang Sheng exhaled.
"Jiang Meng died in battle. Besides Shentu Guan, I need another person to stabilize the overall situation for me during the war. Huang Zhizhou may be the best candidate."
"The little strategist is wise."
"Don't be flattering, I don't like hearing this." Chang Sheng paused, "During this period, you will work harder and continue to send out the iron torture platform to track down the news about Hao Lianchan. No matter what, if you can suppress the enemy in the Central Plains Killing this wolf king is the greatest blessing."
After just saying that, Chang Sheng stepped out.
The hurried look was just like when a classmate invited him to drink. He walked out of the bookstore and walked through the long dark street of barking dogs, just for a happy gathering with friends.
Overjoyed.
