At the end of the Sui Dynasty

Chapter 218

Gao Bufan didn't seem to feel the strangeness of the crowd, and he couldn't detect the wind and thunder hidden behind Yang Guang's calm tone. Five hundred war horses can be handed over to the imperial court. Last year, in response to the emperor's call for the Eastern Expedition, a total of seven hundred war horses were handed in, an increase of two hundred horses compared to previous years. The racecourse didn’t make any money last year, and even lost a lot..."

All the ministers couldn't help looking at each other, but Yu Fang Huaji's heart suddenly became aroused, thinking to himself, wouldn't this kid take the opportunity to accuse him of being black?
Yang Guang frowned, feeling that this kid was complaining to himself, but he was also a smart monarch, and he could hear the problem immediately.War horses are important military supplies. There were not many places where horses could be raised in the Sui Dynasty. Among them, there were many private horse farms. If these private horse farms could not make money, who would be willing to raise horses for the court in the future?Without sufficient horses to equip the army, the strength of the Sui army would inevitably be weakened.

At this time, Gao Bufan continued: "My father often said that a family is the smallest country, and a country consists of tens of thousands of families. Only when there is a country, can the family be strong and stable, and the people can live and work in peace and contentment. The people's life is peaceful because there are millions of soldiers. Moving forward with a heavy burden, so it doesn’t matter if you lose a little money, just make a contribution to our country.”

Yang Guang couldn't help being greatly moved when he heard the words, and blurted out: "Well said, a family is the smallest country, a country has thousands of families, and only a country can have a family. Gao Changqing, I didn't expect your father to know the general situation. If my people are like you Like a father, why worry that my great Sui country is not strong and permanent?"

Empress Xiao smiled sweetly and said: "Like a father, like a son, with such a father, it is no wonder that he has taught such a good son with both civil and military skills. Of course, the most important thing is to have the emperor's wise teaching."

Yang Guang laughed heartily. Since he came to the throne, he has built the Great Wall, opened canals, built palaces, and built large-scale construction projects. The thieves even took advantage of this to set up a flag to rebel. Now it is rare to meet such a sensible and general commoner, so they are naturally very happy.

"Well, the important matter of the country is sacrifice and military affairs. The military is related to the survival of the country. War horses are the foundation of a strong army. Yuwen Aiqing. In the future, the imperial court must consider the cost of raising horses when purchasing war horses. At least the horse breeders cannot lose money, so as not to be cold. The hearts of good people." Yang Guang stroked his beard and said in a deep voice.

Yu Wenhuaji immediately slipped out with his tail between his legs, knelt down and pleaded guilty: "The minister is in charge, the emperor is holy and benevolent. As a servant and young minister, I have committed the crime of ignorance, and I am afraid of raising horses for the imperial court. Please The emperor punishes."

Yang Guangdan said: "Then I'll fine you with three months' salary, and Yang Yichen, Minister of the Taipu Temple, will also be fined with half a year's salary, just to warn others, let's step down."

Yu Wenhuaji quickly apologized and thanked him, wiped away the cold sweat secretly, hated Gao Bufan to death in his heart, although the salary for three months was not much, but the face was slapped.

Gao Bufan lowered his eyebrows and lowered his eyes, stealing joy in his heart. In fact, his original intention was not to punish Yu culture. Unexpectedly, Yang Guang gave himself an unexpected joy by making inferences. He not only raised the purchase price of the war horse, but also took Yu Culture and culture, and even Yang Yichen, the imperial servant, was also wiped out.

At this time, Yu Shiji, Su Wei and the others looked at Gao Bufan again. They thought this kid was a "bronze" before, but they didn't expect him to be a "king". He fought back against Yu Wenhuaji and took advantage of the increase in the purchase price of the war horse. Once the news spread, all racecourse owners in the world would have to thank this kid.

At this time Gao Bufan kowtowed cleverly and shouted: "The emperor is wise."

Yang Guang stroked his beard comfortably and said with a smile: "Gao Changqing, your father's horse farm will not lose money this time, right? Let him raise more good horses for the court later, I will not treat loyal ministers and people badly."

Gao Bufan quickly said gratefully: "Thank you for the emperor's grace, I will convey the emperor's encouragement to my father, and do my best to raise more and better high-quality war horses for the Sui Dynasty."

Yang Guang laughed loudly and said, "Good!"

Gao Bufan took the opportunity to say: "My father has always wanted to expand the horse farm, but because there is no space, and Bohai County is still to the south, the horses raised are not as good as those in the north, so I dared to ask the emperor to allow my father to open a horse farm in Zhuojun, but I am from Zhuojun Supervisor Mu, it seems that there is something wrong, people in the world will inevitably gossip."

Yang Guang was in the right mood, and Gao Bufan said that he acted openly and honestly, which did not arouse his suspicion, and immediately said: "Yes, as long as the full amount of war horses are handed over to the court on time and in accordance with regulations, whoever Dare to gossip."

Gao Bufan was overjoyed, with Yang Guang's words today, it would be justifiable to open the Flying Eagle Racecourse to Zhuojun, and no one would dare to make blind comparisons.

At this moment, Su Wei, an upright boy, stood up and said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I think this is inappropriate."

Yang Guang frowned and said, "Su Qing's family, what's wrong with this?"

Su Wei said solemnly: "As the so-called melon fields do not accept shoes, and Li Xia does not honor the crown, Gao Changqing is the shepherd supervisor of Zhuo County, in charge of a county's horse administration. If his father opens a horse farm in Zhuo County, there is no guarantee that he will not bend the law for personal gain. Fill your pockets."

Gao Bufan sweated secretly, it seemed that he had been too affectionate before, and it seemed that this Su Wei was a stern and selfless guy, he would not help his relatives.

Yang Guang was a little disapproving, and waved his hand: "Su Aiqing is too worried. As long as the horses are delivered in full and on time at the racecourse, even though Gao Changqing is a county herdsman, he has no right to decide the purchase price of the horses. How can he fill his own pocket?"

Su Wei was at a loss for words, so he had to admit his mistake and said, "That's because I'm worrying too much."

Yang Guang turned to Yu Wenhuaji and said, "Yuwen Aiqing, there should be a standard for how many horses should be handed in every racecourse every year, right?"

Yu Wenhuaji immediately replied: "Your Majesty, yes, Taipu Temple has detailed divisions. According to the size of the pasture and the degree of abundance of water and grass, it is estimated how many war horses can be raised in a year."

Yang Guang nodded when he heard the words, Su Wei had nothing to say, as long as the Gao family's racecourse filled the battle horses on time and in full, it would not be a big problem.

So the matter was settled like this, Gao Bufan was awarded the post of Shepherd Supervisor of Zhuojun County, and he was also given more than 600 war horses, and the permission to open a horse farm in Zhuojun County.

"Gao Changqing, let me let you be proud for a while first, and see how I can deal with you in the future." Yu Wenhuaji thought hard in his heart, and made a plan. The annual quota for war horses is determined according to the highest standard.

Yang Guang yawned, probably because he was tired. No wonder, the grand ceremony of presenting the captives in the morning was lively for several hours. Coupled with the scorching hot weather, it is normal to feel sleepy.

Seeing this, Empress Xiao immediately said considerately: "The emperor is also tired, everyone should step down if they have nothing to do."

As a result, everyone in the hall resigned one after another, and Yang Guang left the Wude Hall surrounded by all the palace people.

(End of this chapter)