Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 1228 - 1014: Taught a Lesson (Wishing You Well on Dragon Boat Festival)

Chapter 1228: Chapter 1014: Taught a Lesson (Wishing You Well on Dragon Boat Festival)

"Originally, I had planned to prepare a mansion here in Petersburg for you, but now in comparison to your super mansion, it seems a bit inadequate."

"Let’s just wait until your mansion is complete, and I will send you some congratulatory gifts."

"There are a collection of antiques at home, all passed down from the past..."

Constantin said with a chuckle.

Although it was unclear what the antiques he mentioned were, considering this was the Romanov Family, those passed-down antiques were naturally of immense value.

Wang Ye did not hesitate and gladly accepted.

After all, Rossiyana was the sure next Clan Chief of the Romanov Family, hence those collections would naturally be passed on to her.

This was merely giving them to her a bit earlier...

...

Early the next day, just as Wang Ye had gotten up and was preparing for breakfast, Nova knocked on the door to report to Wang Ye.

"Boss, last night a person claiming to be Drepaska wanted to see you, but you had already retired, so I politely declined. Before he left, he mentioned that if it’s convenient for you, he hopes to meet with you before the official meeting starts today. He is currently down in the hotel, would you like to see him?"

Drepaska?

Isn’t that the boss of the Russian Aluminium Group? He finally made it to Pikalevo.

Being so anxious to see himself, the reason was obvious!

But out of respect for the Kremlin, giving face was necessary.

Wang Ye then smiled and said, "Ask him if he has had breakfast. If not, invite him to have breakfast with me."

...

Before long, Nova brought in a neatly dressed, gentle-looking middle-aged man.

Upon seeing Wang Ye, the middle-aged man’s face broke into a smile, and he stepped forward extending his right hand, "Chairman Mikhail, hello, I am Drepaska, the chairman of Russian Aluminium Group."

Wang Ye nodded, reached out and shook his hand, "You’ve come early, you probably haven’t had breakfast yet, let’s have it together then."

Drepaska did not stand on ceremony, thanked him briefly, and sat down.

The hotel personnel had already rolled in the dining cart with a lavish breakfast.

While eating at a leisurely pace, Drepaska glanced at Wang Ye, who was concentrating on his meal, and tentatively asked, "I heard from the company’s personnel that this morning you are holding another discussion meeting, and it will be broadcast live on TV?"

Without even looking up, Wang Ye responded, "Yes, this matter cannot be dragged on any longer as it has already affected the normal life of the residents in the Petersburg City District. If not resolved quickly, bigger problems will arise."

Drepaska slightly pondered and then said, "So... what do you intend to do about it?"

The reason he was so eager to meet Wang Ye was to understand Wang Ye’s thoughts so that he could prepare his response in advance.

The meeting later on, which he heard would be broadcast live, could look bad if not handled properly.

Caught off guard by his question, Wang Ye looked up at Drepaska and casually remarked, "It’s simple, the unpaid wages to workers should be immediately disbursed, and the workers should return to work right away; as for your group’s internal affairs, be it discussing behind closed doors or following legal procedures, that’s your business."

Drepaska frowned, this was not what he had expected!

After hesitating a moment, Drepaska assertively said, "Sorry, that’s something we cannot agree to! Our company has its systems, and if we compromise just because the employees create issues, then how can the company continue to operate?"

Perhaps because of Drepaska’s connections, Wang Ye was patient and did not get angry but gently advised, "But now it has already caused severe social impact, it’s no longer just an internal matter for your company. What’s most urgent now is to resolve the strike and the heating issues, and then deal with how your company handles the situation internally."

If it wasn’t for Drepaska having married someone’s step-granddaughter, Wang Ye probably wouldn’t have been so patient...

But Wang Ye’s gentle words gave Drepaska the wrong impression; he believed Wang Ye was being considerate of his connections, hence his demeanor.

Now was the time to test his own resolve!

If he stood firm on his principles, perhaps Wang Ye would compromise and look for another solution.

But if he relented and agreed to his demands, then Wang Ye would have "succeeded".

Therefore, Drepaska repeatedly shook his head, unyielding, and said, "Sorry, we might not be able to do that. I think the Government should exert pressure to make the workers go back to work unconditionally. As for the unpaid wages, once the internal audit in the Group is finished, whatever should be paid, we will not shortchange a penny."

Wang Ye’s last bit of patience was exhausted too, he put down his knife and fork, pulled out a napkin and wiped his mouth.

Then, with an emotionless expression, he stated, "This is not a discussion; I am informing you. If your group remains stubbornly unyielding and unwilling to concede, then the Government will have to take over the aluminum factory and solve this matter."

After speaking, Wang Ye stood up and walked out of the restaurant, leaving Drepaska stunned there...