Yunding Ranch

Chapter 276
Lu Li was born in an ordinary family, and he never squandered. After auctioning off paintings and inheriting the ranch, his mentality changed slightly, and he gradually adapted to his current life, and he didn't need to work hard for his livelihood.But in essence, he still doesn't think he is a multi-millionaire, and he hasn't developed the habit of spending money lavishly.

However, after Lu Huaijin and Song Lingyi came to Dezhou, Lu Li had other insights into life.

Although it is said that there is no need for him to squander money recklessly and buy a lot of things he does not need; but there is no need to be too restrained, restrained, and relying solely on frugality, it is impossible to become a rich man. Only when he learns to spend money can he understand make money.

Whether it is a vineyard, a horse farm, or a future resort, a lot of investment is required in the early stage, and children are reluctant to be trapped by wolves.What's more, he also has a cheating weapon, why not be bolder?Choosing Romanee-Conti and Kumo Racecourse was actually the direct result of Lu Li's change of mind.

Just the breeding needs 35 US dollars, such a price is really staggering, but Lu Li had checked the information before and was mentally prepared, so when he heard this set of numbers, he didn't lose his composure.

What's more, it is only in the inquiry and discussion stage now, and it is not confirmed that Frankel will be used for breeding. Other options may not cost this price.

"What about the mare?" Lu Li asked calmly.

Tony and Brandon stood beside each other with stunned faces. Brandon took half a step forward, and his first reaction was that Lu Li was crazy, but then he imagined that maybe Lu Li was just asking, even if it was himself. , I am also very curious about the breeding prices of these top thoroughbred horses.So, he was relieved, swallowed the words on his lips, and calmed down again.

On the contrary, Daniel was a little unexpectedly calm.Lu Li is not one of those local tyrants in the Middle East, who spends a lot of money without changing his face. At least from the news from Nick, it can be seen that Lu Li should not be a rich second generation with a rich family.Now, Lu Li's calm and calm attitude is really interesting.

"A thoroughbred?" Daniel asked additionally.

Lu Li shrugged, "That's why I'm standing here, isn't it?"

Daniel laughed dumbfounded, nodded and said, "Come with me." Then he led them out of the stable and walked towards another stable next door, "There are 24 purebred mares that can conceive now. You can choose as much as you like. If you need professional advice, you are always welcome to ask.”

Compared with stallions, mares generally receive relatively less attention, and fall behind in all links from explosive power to endurance, so the proportion of them as racing horses is very small, and they are more often used for riding and hunting. Or polo.Generally speaking, a male horse can be matched with thirty to fifty mares during the breeding period.

However, the top mares are just as expensive.At present, the world auction record for the highest price of a mare is 500 million US dollars.Just like stallions, differences can be seen in every link from bloodlines to physical fitness, etc. Naturally, as breeding mares, the price is definitely high.

Of course, stallions are expensive for a reason.In the field of horse racing, not all horses have the right to breed offspring.In Europe, foals of noble pedigree are subject to strict breeding screening from the age of three. The horse farms review the appearance and skills of the foals. The foals that do not meet the requirements will be gelded and become geldings when they grow up.

This kind of selection is carried out almost every year. When the horses are five years old, more than 90.00% of the horses will be gelded, and less than [-]% of the horses have the right to breed to ensure the quality of the offspring.

Therefore, no matter whether it is a stallion or a mares, they can only be bred after the survival of the fittest.This is also a kind of natural evolution theory-the kind dominated by humans.

The stables of mares are relatively drier. Their bodies are slenderer than stallions, their skeletons are slightly smaller, their skin is dry and delicate, their muscles are long and well-proportioned, their limbs are slender and powerful, and their joints and tendons are clearly outlined. Mainly maroon and cyan.Most importantly, they were obviously much quieter than the stallions. Even the air in the stables was not so hot, and the noise that came from their ears from time to time was much less.

As a layman, Lu Li only half-understands Daniel's professional vocabulary, half-understanding. Gradually, Lu Li falls behind, and Brandon and Daniel walk side by side. Answer, the discussion was very heated.

Richard stood beside Lu Li and said with a smile, "Don't you have any special ideas?"

"I thought that those wealthy people in the Middle East would hand over their jobs to professionals." Lu Li was not worried at all. Pretending to understand is the most fatal thing. Instead of interfering in everything, it is better to leave it to professionals.

"No." Richard shook his head meaningfully, causing Lu Li to raise his head and cast a questioning look, "They are only responsible for signing the check and pulling it all away in one go."

Lu Li pondered and nodded, "Sure enough, they are at different levels and have different ways of thinking." This made Richard chuckle.

After wandering around the stables, Daniel and Brandon stopped not far away. It seemed that the introduction had come to an end. Lu Li and the others also stepped forward and cast a questioning gaze.

"You can settle down at the racecourse first." It was Daniel who spoke, "Although the food at the racecourse is mediocre." At this point, both Lu Li and Tony laughed, and Daniel couldn't help but smile and spread his hands, " I know how bad British food has a bad reputation." This made everyone laugh together, "But we will still prepare food and welcome you to live here."

"As for the breeding, there is no rush. Even if the decision is made now, it is impossible to start working today." Daniel continued, "So, it is better to slow down and enjoy the leisure time on the horse farm before making a decision. "

"However, the condition of the racecourse is very simple. Most of the guests who come to the racecourse will choose to go to Fessad. Although it is only a small town, it is much better than the racecourse." Richard took over from the side Huatou introduced enthusiastically, "The choice is yours. If you want to go to Feisad, I am very willing to be your driver."

"It's very good here." Lu Li said with a smile. Looking out from the door of the stable, you can see the graceful and continuous curve of the mountains, just like a splash ink painting, "To be honest, many people now pay money to go to the resort. Embracing nature here, such a racecourse isolated from the world is bound to be very popular. Now we can stay for free, which is naturally the best."

"It's a fact." Tony laughed beside him, and said briskly, "There are even rich people who pay to live on uninhabited desert islands. I don't quite understand, if it is You can go to a deserted island by yourself, but you actually paid someone to throw you there. It’s really incomprehensible.”

Everyone laughed heartily.

Led by Richard, Lu Li and his party left the stables and entered the depths of the racecourse. From a distance, they could see a low-rise bungalow at the foot of the mountain, a log cabin in the English rural style, with a few more at the door. A dog is running happily.

According to Richard, there are [-] permanent staff members at the racecourse, and a small number of staff members live in Fessard. As for the owner of the racecourse, he lives in London.Now most of the staff were at work, Lu Li only saw four of them, and after nodding in greeting, he entered the cabin provided for the guests to live in.

This is a four-bedroom cabin, all of which are made of wood, even more rustic and primitive than Yunding Ranch.

After sending Richard away, Brandon said urgently, "Fourteen, are you really planning to buy a thoroughbred? The price is really too expensive."

"That's right, the price of a horse may be worth the entire vineyard." Tony had almost no chance to speak today, and now he finally relaxed and hurriedly joined the topic.

"Brandon, don't you want a thoroughbred?" Lu Li asked with a smile.

"Of course I want to, but..." Brandon only spoke halfway, and then he saw Lu Li shaking his head and interrupted him, "You are responsible for giving me professional advice, as for the cost, I will leave it to you. Let me think about it. How did you gain from the exchange with Daniel just now?"

"He's really the best of the best, I mean, his knowledge, his presence, his ability, it's just amazing, I always thought I knew enough about horses. But in front of him..." Brandon didn't continue, just shook his head, the meaning couldn't be more obvious.

This reminded Lu Li that when he saw Brandon for the first time at the Sunset Bar, Brandon was quite arrogant at that time, and he was indeed one of the top players in the New Braunfels area. cowboy.Now, after getting out of Texas, Brandon finally opened his eyes.

"I knew it!" Tony gloated a little at the side. When he was in Romanee-Conti, Brandon still laughed at him. Now it's Feng Shui's turn, and it's Brandon's turn again.

Brandon didn't refute, and agreed frankly, "Just now he introduced all 24 mares to me and explained the relevant situation. I think three of them are more suitable for our situation, no matter which one The positive impact on the future development of the ranch is unimaginable. Of course, if we really choose Frankel as the stallion/horse..."

Brandon stopped, and looked at Lu Li with burning eyes - the breeding fee of 35 US dollars was really too expensive, but as Lu Li said, deep down in his heart, he really longed to be able to breed and breed A thoroughbred.Of course, at the same time, he also needs to continue to learn and enrich himself.

The future is full of unknowns, but also full of hope.Just thinking about it makes me excited.

(End of this chapter)