Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 193: What We Don’t Lack, is Money_1

Chapter 193: Chapter 193: What We Don’t Lack, is Money_1

Thinking of this possibility, Khodorkovsky looked at Wang Ye again.

He wondered if he’d been underestimating Wang Ye...

After all, even a cunning individual like Gavriil was "interested" in Wang Ye, willing to expend significant energy and even alienate many people just to help him.

This clearly indicated that Gavriil thought Wang Ye was worth this kind of "investment"!

Could it be that Gavriil was also trying to snatch Wang Ye, this "talent", and draw him to the Emperor’s side?

That would explain why he was making such an effort to ingratiate himself with Wang Ye!

This possibility certainly existed...

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"Uncle, what’s the matter?" Feeling somewhat uneasy under Khodorkovsky’s gaze, Wang Ye laughed awkwardly.

"Oh, nothing. If Gavriil is willing to help you, it’s a good thing, isn’t it? But there’s something I must warn you about. Don’t get involved in politics – at least not for now! In this country, if you want to get involved in politics, you must first have a strong power base. Otherwise, you will be swallowed whole!" Khodorkovsky said seriously.

Wang Ye quickly replied, "Of course, right now I just want to manage the New Sun Group and the Xiao Ying Hotel properly, which is more than enough to keep me busy. There’s no way I could get involved with politics."

Khodorkovsky nodded in satisfaction and kindly said, "Actually, I’m not trying to hold you back. When the time is right, I will let you get a better understanding of politics. But not now, it’s not the right time yet, haha."

Wang Ye was surprised at the mention of getting involved in politics...

He had never thought in this direction before!

With a steady expression, he replied, "I’ll follow all your arrangements, uncle. If you think it’s necessary, I’ll do it. Right now, I’ve got a lot of problems on my hands, so I haven’t had time to think about anything else."

"Are you facing any difficulties? Tell me about them, maybe I can help," said Khodorkovsky.

Just then, the door opened, and two waitstaff in crisp white uniforms walked in with a food trolley, their food had arrived.

Truth be told, the meal was a bit simple – traditional Russian fare.

Red beet soup, potato meat puree salad, roast meat fries with pickled cucumbers, white bread slice, craft beer.

The only relatively expensive dish might be the dish of black caviar for each person – which Wang Ye didn’t much care for...

But the food looked good and smelled delicious.

.........

Once the waitstaff left, the two began to eat and chat.

When Wang Ye mentioned the difficulties he was facing, he explained the problems with the Xiao Ying Hotel.

Basically, it was an issue with manpower and funds because not only did he need to refurbish the Xiao Ying Hotel, but he also had to purchase two more large hotels in Petersburg and the Crimea Peninsula, which all required money!

Wang Ye didn’t have that much cash.

He had already taken most of his salary in advance from the New Sun Group. Last time, to resolve Song Xiaogang’s issue, he directly took out 500,000 US dollars.

As for dividends, not only was it still early, but the newly operational market didn’t have much money either.

The Xiao Ying Hotel’s account had one or two million US dollars, but this wasn’t enough, he still had to pay the hotel staff’s wages...

He could solve the financial problem by bringing in new shareholders, but Wang Ye also had his concerns.

If he didn’t put in a penny and only relied on a gambling license and the existing Xiao Ying Hotel, the stake he could acquire in the soon-to-be-established Gambling Group would not be significant.

He definitely wouldn’t want a situation where new shareholders "take over"...

This was absolutely something Wang Ye did not want to see.

So the best solution was for him to resolve part of the funds himself, not pinning all hopes on the new shareholders!

This could also give him more bargaining chips!

With provisions in hand, one does not worry.

After Wang Ye finished speaking, Khodorkovsky pondered for a moment and then said, "I can’t really help with the manpower issue. I don’t know anyone in the gambling business. But, if you really have no other solutions, I can have my friends in the United States look for someone."

Wang Ye quickly replied, "No need to trouble yourself, uncle. I already have some leads, and I should be able to establish contact with those in Macao."

Khodorkovsky nodded, "That’s good to hear, the gambling business in Macao is also doing well, and they are suitable to cooperate with you. As for the money, how much do you need?"

"Well, if we include the purchase of hotels plus the refurbishment, I reckon we need about 200 million US dollars. But I don’t need to come up with all of this, because I plan on bringing in new shareholders. I just need 50 million US dollars as a safety net," Wang Ye calculated.

Khodorkovsky casually said, "I’ll give you the 200 million US dollars to start. It’s an interest-free loan, and as long as you pay it back within three years, it’ll be fine. When it comes to bringing in new shareholders, the key is to see if they can help your business, not just to see if they have money. Because the one thing we lack the least, is money!"

His words were full of confidence!

But coming from Khodorkovsky, it seemed to come off naturally, and Wang Ye did not doubt it at all...

This was the man who owned the Yukos Group, their yearly oil production accounted for more than 60% of Russia’s share!

It was truly impossible to estimate how much money he had.

Wang Ye was both surprised and happy. This was 200 million US dollars!

How come it felt like it was nothing when it came to Khodorkovsky!

Even though it wasn’t a gift, but an interest-free loan for three years, it was still a huge boon.

Truly, this "generous uncle" was exceptionally good to him this "nephew"...

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"Thank you, uncle... I feel a little undeserving," Wang Ye quickly expressed his gratitude.

Khodorkovsky gave a slight smile, waved his hand and said, "It’s because your performance justifies my investment in you. Keep up the good work, and your uncle won’t let you down. There will be even bigger opportunities waiting for you in future, don’t stray from the right path for minor profits."

His words seemed to contain a hidden message, clearly reminding Wang Ye to remember who he owed his current success to!

Wang Ye fully understood and immediately responded, "Don’t worry uncle, I know what I should and shouldn’t do. You just wait and see, I definitely won’t let you down!"

With Wang Ye’s assurance, Khodorkovsky nodded in satisfaction and said, "Let’s eat quickly, we need to rest after eating. I have a meeting to attend tonight and don’t have the time to chat with you all the time, haha."

After swiftly finishing his meal, Wang Ye wiped his mouth with a napkin and got up to leave.

It was only after he got into the car downstairs that Wang Ye let out a breath.