Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 155: Territorial Division _1

Chapter 155: Chapter 155: Territorial Division _1

After some time of trying to sweet-talk her, Wang Ye finally managed to soothe Angelina.

Wang Ye had to get busy with important matters now. In the afternoon, he was scheduled to go to the New Sun Group to discuss business cooperation with Maylov.

Also, in the afternoon, Maylov would start handing over the ownership and various documentations of Xiao Ying Hotel to Wang Ye, officially initiating its transfer process.

Speaking of which, Wang Ye should really thank Maylov.

Were it not for his mischief, Wang Ye wouldn’t have established a relationship with Khodorkovsky, let alone become what he is now...

Concerning the collaboration between the two markets, Wang Ye already had a plan in mind.

As the two largest wholesale distribution markets in Moscow, there was actually no need for internal fighting since the market was sufficiently large and there were plenty of merchants!

According to what Wang Ye knew from his "past life", in the next two years, there would be a surge in Chinese businessmen coming to Russia looking for "gold mines".

By then, a "more people less shops" situation would arise!

Both the prices and rents of shop stalls will be hyped to a very high level!

Therefore, there was no need for Maylov and him to compete, they should join hands, maximizing the benefits...

...

Since Angelina hadn’t slept at all last night, Wang Ye didn’t wake her up and let her continue sleeping.

He got up and cooked something to eat, had a simple lunch, and then he called Anton and others to pick him up and head to the office.

Indeed, on the way, Wang Ye received a call from Maylov asking if he was in the office.

They agreed on a time and would meet in Wang Ye’s office at the New Sun Management in half an hour.

A few minutes after arriving at the office, Maylov came along with his assistant.

Compared to rising tycoons like Khodorkovsky and A Bu, Maylov was much more "old-fashioned".

This could be seen from his journey to success, as he had started his business from scratch.

Unlike those Oligarchs who took advantage of opportunities and saw a sharp rise in their worth within a few years, Maylov had worked his way up step by step and gradually built his business without getting involved in banks or the energy industry.

Now, his businesses mainly focus on wholesale distribution markets, customs clearance, hotels, and the construction industry.

...

As soon as he entered the office, Maylov broke into a laugh, spread his arms wide, and exaggeratedly said, "Ha Ha, Misha, my good friend."

In fact, the two had only met last night...

But Maylov was grateful to Wang Ye. After all, he had helped him out last night and convinced Khodorkovsky to reconcile.

After the pair embraced, they sat down on the couch.

Maylov’s assistant pulled out a large stack of documents from his briefcase; these were all required for the transfer process of Xiao Ying Hotel. The transfer of such a large hotel’s ownership was not so simple.

The assistant explained the process while Wang Ye signed the paperwork. The process took about half an hour.

Maylov sat on the side, casually smoking and drinking coffee, showing no sense of urgency.

When the hotel matters were settled, he started speaking with a smile, "Okay, let’s talk about the collaboration between the two markets. We didn’t have time to discuss the details last night. Do you have any good ideas?"

His ACT Market would likely be unsealed in two or three days.

After all, the Ministry of Internal Affairs was involved; it wouldn’t be possible to withdraw immediately. At least the official procedures had to be completed on the surface.

However, observing the merchants who used to belong to his market now lining up to rent stalls in the New Sun Market, Maylov felt unsettled...

What if the market resumes normal operations, but all the merchants have left? That wouldn’t work!

So that’s why he hurried over today, hoping to discuss with Wang Ye and see if they could change the situation...

Listening to Maylov’s question, Wang Ye nonchalantly replied, "Regarding the cooperation, I do have some thoughts. For example, we could divide our markets. Here in the New Sun Market, only Chinese merchants would be allowed. Your ACT Market can accept merchants from all other countries except China. What do you think?"

Wang Ye was defining territories.

In 2001, Chinese goods had begun to pour into Russia. So in the ACT Market, about half of the merchants were Chinese.

The other half was quite diverse, with the majority being from Vietnam, but there were also a bunch of Russians from Turkey and various other "Stans".

Now, Wang Ye wanted to allocate all Chinese merchants to the New Sun Market. This seemed a bit unfair to ACT, which caused Maylov to frown.

He said with slight displeasure, "This doesn’t seem to offer us any benefits. Everyone knows that there are many Chinese businessmen here!"

Wang Ye smiled and replied, "If we don’t divide it this way, do you think it could possibly benefit ACT? In terms of infrastructure and environment, ACT can’t compare to the New Sun Market. As for the safety of people and property, can you guarantee those for your customers?"

This rendered Maylov speechless.

Because everything Wang Ye said was objectively true!

"You know, with the development of the wholesale distribution market, more and more people are seizing business opportunities. Aside from my New Sun Market, the Lyublino Large Market is also under construction in Moscow. All indications point to its completion in the next few years, when the scale would be vast, with more than eight thousand stalls! In business, competition is inevitable. What we have to do is to come out on top!" Wang Ye stated calmly.

Maylov nodded with a solemn look on his face, understanding that what Wang Ye stated were facts he was well aware of.

That was exactly why he made an impulsive decision and sent gunmen to assassinate Khodorkovsky.

Regardless of whether he genuinely intended to kill or, as he claimed, wanted to merely intimidate, it was clear that his actions were unwise and provoked a fierce retaliation from Khodorkovsky!

Maylov paid a heavy price and had to give the Xiao Ying Hotel to Wang Ye in order to even things out.

As for the Lyublino Large Market, a Jewish consortium with a very complicated background was behind it, leaving Maylov unsure of how to respond.

"It’s getting harder and harder to make money these days..." Maylov couldn’t help but lament.

"As long as we find the right method, it’s not that difficult. With our two businesses joining hands, we will monopolize the entire wholesale and distribution market in Russia. By then, whether it’s the rent or management fees, we will call the shots! At that point, do you think making money will still be difficult?" Wang Ye said with a smile.

Maylov asked somewhat puzzled, "But... the Lyublino market will open soon. If we raise the rent and management fees, won’t we be driving merchants there?"

He understood Wang Ye’s intention, which was nothing more than the two of them agreeing to increase the rent or management fees in tandem. If the merchants had no other choice, they would have to accept.

After all, it was very lucrative to do business here!

However, there would soon be a third market to choose from...