Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 1357 - 1078: Tsar’s Guard_2

Chapter 1357: Chapter 1078: Tsar’s Guard_2

Leaning on the railing, Wang Ye flipped over and jumped down from the platform over a meter high. His physical condition was actually quite impressive; after all, he was only twenty-four years old. He had a foundation in martial arts training and had continued to exercise over the years, making him much stronger than his peers.

Of course, he was no match for elites like Anton and the Special Forces...

After a quick shower and changing into clean clothes, the two headed to Anton’s office to drink coffee and chat.

Anton was one of the earliest members to follow Wang Ye, starting as a bodyguard when Wang Ye became the president of the New Sun Group. Later, Wang Ye brought him over to the Xiao Ying Group to serve as the security manager and then, after the establishment of Wagner, Anton was responsible for the base in Moscow.

This meant he had always stayed by Wang Ye’s side and had gained Wang Ye’s deep trust. Moreover, whenever Wang Ye had any "private jobs," they were handed to him.

While drinking coffee and smoking, Wang Ye casually asked, "Anton, what are your plans for the future?"

Anton was momentarily stunned, then said without hesitation, "Of course, to stay by your side, Boss, and work until I retire. Of course, if you no longer need me, I’ll consider doing something else. Maybe I’ll just retire; I’ve saved up a bit of money over the years, which should be enough for my retirement."

Wang Ye smiled and then asked, "What do you think about Androf?"

Anton became cautious, aware that Androf was his superior, while Wang Ye was his boss.

Now the boss was asking him about his superior, a tricky question indeed, as he could not quite gauge what Wang Ye meant or why he was suddenly asking this question.

Could the boss have some complaints about Androf?

If he could choose, Anton would prefer not to answer the question, but unfortunately, he couldn’t avoid it...

He carefully said, "Colonel Androf is indeed very proficient in management, and under his leadership in recent years, Wagner has developed rapidly with well-equipped personnel, having significant influence in Africa. However, I’ve been staying by your side all this time, Boss, and haven’t had much contact with him, so these are just my observations. I can’t be completely certain."

It was apparent that Anton still appreciated Androf’s work, without speaking ill of him.

Of course, he didn’t dare to praise too much, as Anton still didn’t know what the boss was really thinking, so he added that last sentence as a caveat.

Wang Ye laughed heartily and nodded, "Hmm, Androf has been doing quite well, especially by moving Wagner’s base to Africa. That was a very good move. When I have some free time, I’d like to go to Africa too, to go hunting on the savannah; I’ve heard it’s a lot of fun."

Anton quickly said, "Boss, don’t forget to take me with you when that happens."

Wang Ye’s smile faded as he shook his head, "You might not have the chance to go to Africa."

"Ah? Have I...done something wrong? Are you going to fire me, Boss?" Anton suddenly broke into a sweat, and his face turned beet red.

"Haha, don’t worry about it. I’m planning to start a new security company and put you in charge. Moreover, this security company will mainly operate in the Middle East, so when I say you might not have the chance to go to Africa, it’s because Africa is Wagner’s territory," Wang Ye explained with a laugh.

Anton then realized and wiped the sweat from his forehead.

However, starting a new security company?

Why wouldn’t the boss just allow Wagner to open a branch over there, as Wagner currently had ample personnel and could easily spare a few thousand for a new branch in the Middle East?

Of course, Anton only thought about this question and didn’t ask it aloud.

He wasn’t foolish; since the boss had decided to start a new security company rather than let Wagner open a branch, there must be the boss’s own considerations, and it was not his place to give advice...

Besides, this was an excellent opportunity for him—from a base manager to being independently in charge of a security company, this was definitely a promotion.

Thinking about this, Anton started to feel excited. After all, which man doesn’t want to make a mark in the world?

In the past few years by Wang Ye’s side, he had seen much of the world and naturally set his sights higher.

If Wang Ye hadn’t given him this opportunity, he would have contentedly continued his security work by Wang Ye’s side, but now that Wang Ye had proposed founding another security company and putting him in charge, Anton’s hidden ambition was stirred.

He greatly respected Androf, but now given the chance, he believed he could perform equally well!

"Boss, really?

The Middle East is always at war, which is even worse than in Africa. Going there means a lot of battles, which can be very costly.

Also, how would we handle personnel and equipment? Should we transfer some from Wagner, or should I recruit afresh?

..."

Anton became much more talkative when it came to his ’old profession,’ speaking continuously and at length.

Wang Ye listened patiently and answered each question.

"The newly established company is technically not just a security company anymore; it should be called a mercenary group!

The purpose of its establishment is to fight!

An army, if it never fights, how can you measure its combat effectiveness.

Only a team that grows through the fires of war can possess real strength!

Thus, the recruitment standards for the new company will be stricter than Wagner’s. It must be composed of the most elite Special Forces veterans, who must have excellent physical condition and strong combat capabilities and be well-versed in various military equipment.

Of course, correspondingly, we will offer higher salaries and benefits, including a death and injury compensation fund; there is no need to worry about this.

I will take out two billion US dollars as the start-up capital for the company to hire personnel and purchase equipment.

Once the company is up and running, you’ll also need to find business and make money on your own. Given the chaotic situation there, a strong military force should be quite popular with certain factions..."

Wang Ye was indeed generous, immediately allocating two billion US dollars as the startup fund for the new security company.

This was much more generous than when Wagner was established!

However, times had changed; back then, Wang Ye didn’t have much money and had scraped together funds to start Wagner.

Now, this two billion US dollars was merely part of last year’s dividends and considered ’spare money’!

As expected, upon hearing about the two billion US dollars, Anton’s eyes lit up.

He understood exactly what this amount of money meant, the incredibly powerful and advanced weaponry it could bring to the new security company!

With Wang Ye’s contacts, many weapons and equipment could be sourced at cost price or even below, a true value for money.

Just a billion US dollars could easily equip an army of over ten thousand!

"Boss, that’s great!

With so much money, we could even buy fighter jets and establish an aviation squadron, building a military airport right at the Middle East base.

When there’s a need for action, the fighter planes could just take off!

To those local military forces, it would be like a dimension reduction attack!

We could even set up a few anti-air systems, and then no one would dare trouble us there.

By the way, have you decided on the name for this new security company, boss?"

Anton asked excitedly.

After some thought, Wang Ye answered, "Let’s call it the Tsar’s Guard. I’ve been watching that TV series about Catherine lately; the Tsar’s Guard in it left a deep impression on me, fearless and exceptionally brave. I hope by that time, you guys can make a name for yourselves in the Middle East like the Tsar’s Guard in the series!"

Anton nodded vehemently and clenched his fist, promising, "Rest assured, Boss. Give me up to two years, and if the Tsar’s Guard doesn’t meet your expectations by then, I’ll present my head to you!"