Under the sun, the officials saw two eunuchs leading two horses to the center of the field one after another. The two eunuchs seemed to be deliberately trying to distance themselves and not let the two horses get too close.
Among the officials who knew horses, their eyes lit up when they saw the two horses being led to the field, and they secretly cheered in their hearts.
The horse in front has a jet-black mane. Under the sun, the mane is shiny and smooth. If you don’t look at the frame, just look at the mane, you will know that it is a good horse. Not far behind was a tall, snow-white horse with fat legs and long legs. Its white mane illuminated by the sun seemed to glow with white light, making it extremely dazzling.
Black like dark clouds, white like snow.
Some people were a little surprised when they saw two horses being led into the field. In fact, only a small number of officials knew about the existence of these two horses. Most officials had never heard of them, either.
Previously, I heard that the two horses were wild and untamed, and the officials all thought that the two horses must be violent. Now they saw that the two horses looked very quiet, and they thought that the emperor was exaggerating.
Longtai seemed to read the thoughts of the ministers and said with a smile: "My dear friends, please don't think they are so obedient at this time. The two of them have been with these two horses day and night in the past few years, and they are all familiar with each other. It's okay for them to slip around, but even they can't touch these two horses." He turned to Sima Lan and asked, "Old Duke, what do you think of my arrangement today?"
The ministers looked very respectful when they saw Longtai and Sima Lan talking to each other. It was not like the emperor talking to his ministers, but like a junior asking for advice from his senior. They thought that Sima Lan was indeed in power now, and even His Majesty the Emperor did not treat him well. Make excuses.
Sima Lan smiled and said: "The emperor's arrangement, I think it is very suitable. This autumn hunt is to show off my military power. These two horses have been in the palace for many years and cannot be put to their full use. Today the emperor can use these Taking out two horses as prizes will not only allow these two horses to show off their skills, but also allow everyone to see some of the horse-training styles of our generals. It can be said to kill three birds with one stone."
"Since the old prince thinks it is a good thing that kills three birds with one stone, I am happy." Longtai looked a little excited and said loudly: "My dear friends, everyone here today, regardless of their official position, whoever feels that he has something You can put your ability to tame these two BMWs to the test."
The ministers were very interested when they saw Longtai, thinking that the young emperor was still a young emperor after all. Although he was the king of a country, he was still a child at heart.
Although many generals present were eager to try, no one dared to step forward first. Although the emperor ordered that everyone present, regardless of their origin, could step forward to try, everyone had their own thoughts on whether they could really go up.
Among those soldiers, there are also good horse trainers, but at this time, even if they are extremely capable, they would not dare to go up. Otherwise, if they become the limelight on such occasions and overshadow those imperial generals, life will be really difficult in the future. , the officials who can accompany the horse, whether they are civil servants or military generals, are all high-level officials of the empire. Just a look can kill someone, so the soldiers have no intention of going up to tame the horses, while the military generals just watch. He changed his mind and did not dare to take the lead.
Seeing that everyone was silent, Longtai sighed and said, "Is there no brave man in our great Chu Empire who dares to tame a BMW?"
As soon as these words came out, all the ministers looked at each other in disbelief. From among the ministers, a stout military general finally came forward, knelt down on the ground, and said loudly: "Your Majesty, I... I Xu Fu is brave enough to give it a try!"
The man was in his early forties, and many people recognized him as Huya General Xu Piao.
Many generals of the Chu State who are capable of fighting are sent to command soldiers in various places, but there are also a group of titled generals in the court. These generals live on the emperor's salary, a small part of them hold military positions in the capital, and a large number of them hold official posts. He has a famous title but no real power, but whenever there is a need for a general to command troops, the DPRK will assign him there.
Xu Piao also made military exploits, but later returned to Beijing to recuperate due to injury. He has not been deployed abroad for several years. He is also upright and not good at managing relationships, so he has been idle at home until now.
He stopped everyone coming forward, and it was not easy to stand out. After hearing Longtai's slightly disappointed words, he got angry and stood up immediately.
When Longtai saw Xu Piao standing up, he immediately smiled and said, "Okay, Xu Aiqing, look at these two horses, which one do you want to tame?"
Xu Fang stood up, circled around the two horses, pointed at the black flash and said: "Your Majesty, I am brave and want to try this black flash. Please ask your permission."
Longtai nodded and said: "Okay, I just hope you can show your ability and bring this black flash back."
At that moment, the white horse Jinghong was led down. The ministers on the side were worried that if they tame the horse, the black flash would be uncontrollable and hurt someone, so they all moved back, leaving a large space. Chi Feng, the commander of the Guards, Dianze approached Longtai personally to guard his safety.
The horse-taming eunuch let go of his hand and stepped aside. Xu Piao then took off his helmet, put it aside, rolled up his sleeves, spit in the palm of his hand, rubbed his hands, and circled around the black flash.
Although Xu Piao looks rough, he is not stupid. He knows that since even the emperor said that these two horses are wild and difficult to tame, they will never be easy to deal with. He is the first to come out today and take the initiative to tame the horses in full view of the public. In the end, I really couldn't tame this horse, but it couldn't be too ugly, otherwise it would be even harder to get along in court in the future.
Black Flash didn't move, just snorted, looking very honest.
Suddenly, like a wild wolf, Xu Ping suddenly rushed over, his speed was really not slow, and grabbed the reins of the horse. At this moment, Hei Shan was already frightened and angry, and hissed, and his neck suddenly jerked. The swing was full of power. Although Xu Ping was tall, he was easily carried over his body by the black flash and floated over like a kite. Xu Ping knew something was wrong and wanted to loosen the reins of the horse. He suddenly felt a burst of pain in his waist. The pain was huge, but when the black flash swung, it had already kicked out, and a horseshoe was kicking Xu Fan's waist.
This BMW was as quiet as a virgin and as moving as a stray rabbit. It seemed to be honest just now, but now it started to move like a violent storm, full of wildness. Before many people could react, Xu Piao was already kicked out.
Black Flash's kick was almost as powerful as a hammer hitting his waist. After Xu Feng flew out, he landed heavily on the ground. He tried to get up, but after struggling twice, he felt severe pain in his waist and could not stand up at all. I'm afraid my waist has been injured by the kick.
The ministers came back to their senses and saw that Xu Piao was kicked away almost instantly. They were shocked and thought that it seemed that what the emperor said was true. This Hei Shan's temperament was really violent to the extreme.
Many generals saw it and already knew that this black flash was really dangerous.
Black Flash has not been given yet, so it is still a royal BMW. You have to tame this horse, but you must not hurt it. In this way, no matter who gets on it, you will have scruples, and even be afraid of hands and feet, and this horse On the contrary, the BMW had the ability to hurt the horse trainer. Many people present were eager to try, not only wanting to get the BMW, but also wanting to show off in front of the emperor and the ministers. However, when they saw Xu Piao being kicked and injured in the blink of an eye, many of them fell to the ground. People immediately have a desire to retreat.
Although Xu Ping was not a powerful figure in the court, he was still a veteran on the battlefield, and his skills were not weak. Being kicked away so easily immediately had a frightening effect on everyone.
The reason why he wants to train a horse is because he wants to get the BMW to show off. However, if he fails, not only will he not get the BMW, but his reputation will be damaged, and he may even be injured. In this case, it is better not to take the risk.
Seeing Xu Piao being kicked away, Longtai stood up in a hurry and was about to step forward, but Chi Fengdian raised his hand to stop him, "Your Majesty, be careful!"
The black flash was spinning around in circles, and the horse-taming eunuch didn't dare to get close to it for a while.
Sima Lan had already sent people over to carry Xu Piao down, and also ordered the imperial doctor to quickly check the injury and treat it urgently. When Xu Piao was lifted off, his face was filled with annoyance and pain. He stared at the black flash with a look on his face. angry.
The Hirabayashi Autumn Hunting had just begun when a general was injured due to horse training. The omen was obviously not good.
Qi Ning has been watching with cold eyes, but he also understands in his heart that whether it is Jinghong or Black Flash, they are really the best horses in a thousand. He really lacks a good mount now, and he wants to get one, but he can't Don't be in a hurry, just wait and see.
Xu Fei was injured, and there was even silence around him.
Long Tai frowned, looked at Sima Lan, and said: "Old Duke, I... Is this method I thought of too dangerous? Xu Ai'ai was injured because of this, I...!"
"Your Majesty, as a military general of the empire, you have to face difficulties." Sima Lan immediately said: "On the battlefield, fighting fiercely with the enemy, you don't even care about your life. Your Majesty has issued an order to tame horses today. Although BMW It is fierce, but it is precisely because of this that we can truly see everyone's capabilities. Although General Xu was injured, he was not seriously injured and could recover with a little recuperation. However, everyone also saw that these two BMWs were indeed difficult to tame. , if you are not very capable, it is better not to take action easily." He glanced at the ministers and said loudly: "Everyone, if anyone wants to tame a horse again, he needs to think carefully and must not act on impulse."
Longtai said: "The BMW is difficult to tame. I will make another decree. Whoever can tame the BMW will be given a first-level title and a reward of three hundred taels."
Although Longtai ordered a generous reward, the ministers were still silent. No one dared to take action easily. After a long silence, Chi Fengdian, the commander of the Guards, suddenly raised his hand and said: "Your Majesty, I want to take a chance, but I don't know that Your Majesty What’s the holy will?”
"Commander Chi wants to train horses?"
Chi Fengdian said respectfully: "I have been riding horses and hunting since I was a child. I have also been dealing with horses since I was a child, and I have some knowledge of how to train horses. Today, the emperor has decreed that anyone can come forward and give it a try. I am also willing to accept the decree and give it a try!" "
Longtai smiled and said: "Since I have a decree, I will naturally act in accordance with it. Commander Chi, you are the commander of the Royal Guards. Don't let everyone down!"