Yunding Ranch

Chapter 43 Horse Selection

Accompanied by Cole and Jessica, Lu Li went to the outer compartment to sign the purchase contract at Nick's house and Sean's house respectively.Although he is a layman, Lu Li took it very seriously. After all, this is the first time he has taken over the ranch, and he still needs to learn it one by one. Cole stood beside him, tirelessly explaining to Lu Li what each number represents. What, such as health status, such as vaccine status, such as suits, such as basic data at birth, and so on.

Finally, I signed my name on the contract and signed two checks, which completed the purchase of Angus cattle, and the rest was handed over to Jessica - Jessica explained to Sean on the spot Knowing the situation, Sean is an old man with red hair, and his face looks full of vicissitudes of life. When he learned that Jessica found a job, Sean not only didn't get angry, but expressed his gratitude to Lu Li. Lu Li was a little flattered.

"In the past two years, everyone's business has been difficult." After leaving, Cole explained to Lu Li, "The overall economic downturn has affected most individual ranches. New faces like you are willing to follow our lead. The tradition continues to operate, there is no system of introducing large consortiums, and it drives everyone's business, everyone is welcome."

After thinking about it, Cole still explained, "Eighteen hundred dollars is the monthly salary of top cowboys here." Lu Li cast a puzzled look, not understanding why Cole brought this up, Cole laughed dumbly, "What I mean is that it's very reasonable to hire Jessica at this price. However, it's a difficult season now, if you lower the salary to [-], she will be willing to do it."

Cole is still thinking about Lu Li. After all, the Yunding Ranch is in disrepair, and there are still many places that need money.But Lu Li knew that talent cannot be measured by money. If Jessica is really outstanding, a salary that matches her ability will only benefit the ranch.

"In the past—I mean, when the economy was good, what was the monthly salary of top cowboys?" Lu Li asked.

"Two thousand and five." Cole gave the answer without hesitation.

Lu Li shrugged his shoulders, meaning that he was still taking advantage of it now. Cole was stunned for a while, but then he laughed again, "From next month, your salary will also increase to [-]." Cole noticed that he was surprised. Lu Li shrugged his shoulders, "Although I really want to say boldly, come on, I'll give you three thousand and six a month, but..."

"Haha." Cole laughed heartily, "Even rich people don't spend like this. You have a whole ranch to run." The ranch inherited from Liz.

Cole had to admit that his affection for Lu Li came from Liz, not only because Liz always praised Lu Li before, but also because Lu Li always expressed his respect and nostalgia for Liz after he came to the ranch.If possible, Cole hopes that he can manage the ranch by himself and continue Liz's painstaking efforts, but he knows that he does not have enough assets, so he will only close the ranch; It couldn't be better.

"This is the first time I've heard an employee prevent the boss from raising his salary." Lu Li jokingly said.Although Cole's experience may still have some shortcomings, and he is not considered a top cowboy here in Texas, Lu Li knows that Yundian Ranch needs Cole's help, and Cole is the most trustworthy one.The cowboys hired later, including Jessica, needed Cole's help with management and communication.The monthly salary of [-] is really not high.

Cole shrugged, "If you insist on giving me a salary of [-], I will gladly accept it. However, it was not easy for us to meet a big money that can bring vitality to the ranch again. We still think about it." The water keeps flowing, I don’t want to kill the chicken to get the eggs.” That serious expression was serious.

Lu Li took a serious look at Cole, and paused for a moment, as if he was really half-baited, "So this is why you are so friendly?" Cole was not only conscientious, but also very patient and sincere. Help Lu Li take over the Yundian Ranch with all his strength.

This sentence made Cole chuckle slightly, and said pretending to be serious, "Well, friendly? I don't think so, we will find out, after all, we will cooperate for a long time, won't we?" Said After that, Cole didn't care about Lu Li's surprised expression, and walked forward calmly. After walking a few steps, he waved his hand to the back, "Hurry up and follow, there is no way to continue shopping without a wallet." .”

Lu Li shook his head helplessly, couldn't help showing a big smile, and quickly followed.

The liveliness of the bazaar really opened Lu Li's eyes. The transaction involved the trading of hundreds of sheep and cattle. The scene was spectacular. Lu Li even watched the whole process of loading the sheep, which was extremely novel.

After buying the flock, Cole took Lu Li to find Old Brown, and after some conversation, they finally bought thirty cows.Although the number is not large, it is enough for Yundian Ranch, but Cole has no research on milking cows, "You'd better pray, Jessica knows the technology."

Facing Cole's "threat", Lu Li was very calm, "Don't worry, we will always find a way. What's more, I have confidence in Jessica!"

After all the purchases of cattle and sheep are over, things are still not over. Today's highlight is still to buy horses, which is also the most troublesome thing.

Selection of horses is a very personal matter. Even the top professional equestrians cannot make accurate recommendations, because every rider must communicate and communicate with the horses in person, and then complete the selection. The more professional the competition, the more The higher the degree of compatibility is required, the daily riding like Lu Li learned to ride a horse before, must also have communication movements.As Cole said, the horse chooses the man, not the man chooses the horse.

Therefore, when buying a horse, not only the pedigree, but also the use and temperament must be considered.Looking at it from another perspective, selecting horses requires countless expertise, otherwise one may lose a lot of money if one misses it.After Jack's death, Liz did not continue to operate the business for this reason.

Before setting off, Cole had no idea about whether he could buy suitable horses and how many horses he would buy. On the one hand, the situation could only be determined after on-site observation. Sometimes, in order to buy horses of good bloodlines, You must go to a special horse farm, or even select it yourself in the European continent.

On the other hand, he himself was a little nervous. Don't look at him looking mature and seasoned in front of Lu Li. He is the one who advises Lu Li on everything. But in fact, he is only 28 years old, far from an experienced and mature cowboy. A long way to go.Generally speaking, male cowboys have the most golden time until the second half of their 30s, when they have enough experience and their bodies are at their peak.

"Kele, take it easy." Lu Li could sense Cole's cautiousness standing next to him, "If you don't find a suitable one today, or if you are a bit hesitant, we can go back and investigate the information, and come back next time. We are not in a hurry. "

Lu Li's comfort made Cole relax a little bit, but his muscles were still tense. "Russell, Russell?" Cole called out from a distance, but because of the tightness of his vocal cords, he couldn't make a sound. Let go completely, shouted three times, and then diverted the attraction of the other party. He glanced back, raised his hand as a gesture, and then continued to talk to another couple next to him.

Kele and Lu Li stood there waiting, but Kele anxiously lifted the clod on the ground, which made Lu Li laugh out loud, and joked, "Why, you dated his daughter back then?"

Cole didn't react for a while, and then saw Lu Li raised his chin to signal Russell, and then realized that it was a joke, he couldn't help but twitched his mouth, showing a smile that was uglier than crying, which made Lu Li embrace Laugh out loud.

"Boy from the Grande family!" That middle-aged cowboy named Russell walked over boldly, with a serious face, squinted his eyes and looked at Lu Li who was standing beside him, and asked in a thunderous voice, " So, you're the foreigner throwing money around today?"

The words were rude and disrespectful, which made Cole stunned, apparently he did not expect such a situation, but Lu Li didn't care, and directly pushed back, "If you plan to refuse to do my business, I can change it. "

Russell didn't speak, and stared at Lu Li with sharp eyes, but Lu Li didn't show any weakness, and looked over dignifiedly. The tense atmosphere made Cole a little at a loss.

Unexpectedly, in the next second, Russell raised his head and laughed, "Welcome to Texas. How is it? After staying here, you don't want to leave, right? This is a unique land in the world!" The pride in the words No pretense.

Lu Li also smiled, "I think it's better than New York." This sentence made Russell laugh heartily again. The loud voice made his ears buzz, and he gave a thumbs up, expressing his approval again and again.

"What do you want to watch today?" Russell turned his gaze to Lu Li and Cole, without any greetings, and went straight to the point, "You just completed a big purchase elsewhere, I can look forward to it now, Are you going to sign a check for me too?"

"Then it depends on whether your horses are what I like." Lu Li seemed to deal with such a situation with ease, without any panic.

Russell patted his chest hard, and there was a bang, "Believe me, you won't find any better horses than me in Laomaso Town today. There is a horse at the Marshall Valley Ranch. A good foal, but it will be at least a year old. The youngest horse here is four years old, and the oldest is only seven years old, which is exactly the same time. It is absolutely right to choose me!"

Seeing the confident Russell, Lu Li turned to look at Cole beside him, "Now it's your turn to appear!" A reminder immediately woke up Cole, who had been standing by the side watching the fun, and coughed. After two beeps, he was ready to carry out his task.

(End of this chapter)