Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 199: Worth Over 100 Million US Dollars_1

Chapter 199: Chapter 199: Worth Over 100 Million US Dollars_1

"What? Mom, you don’t realise, it’s totally legal for security companies over here to carry weapons." Nalan Yaqi said with an incredulous smile.

Truth be told, such security services were pretty common in Moscow.

Those abundant foreign exchange outlets would usually have one or two burly men carrying Uzis or AK74s standing at the entrance!

These were evidently the security services provided by security companies.

And as for banks or corporate headquarters, there would be even more armed security...

Of course, such a phenomenon would never occur in China, as it is too safe and strictly regulated, even the police on regular duty might not carry firearms...

Liu Mei relaxed slightly, but was still doubtful. "What exactly does Wang Ye do for a living that he needs so many bodyguards? A normal boss wouldn’t need this, right?"

"Ah, mom, you don’t understand! It’s really chaotic here, and also very dangerous, especially for wealthy bosses. Why wouldn’t they spend some money to ensure their safety?" Nalan Yaqi explained.

"Tsk-tsk, this place is so dangerous. Yaqi, don’t you think..." Frowning, Liu Mei was about to suggest Nalan Yaqi return to China.

But before she finished, Nalan Yaqi interrupted, "I won’t go back! What on earth would I do back there? I’ve become a company shareholder and started driving a Cruiser in less than a year here! Oh, I also met a bona fide billionaire!"

Liu Mei was left speechless.

Frankly, comparing the two of them now, Nalan Yaqi seemed to be doing better than her mother.

She drove a better car and socialized with a higher class of people than those in her own social circle...

She really wasn’t in a position to guide her daughter anymore on what to do and what not to do. After all, her daughter was now an adult with her own opinions and life.

.........

While they were talking, they reached their destination, and the two black Mercedes Benz cars stopped.

Nalan Yaqi also followed suit and parked her car by the side.

Looking through the front windshield, Liu Mei lifted her head to take a look, and was astonished.

Despite being prepared, she was still shocked when the imposing high-rise – knowing this was the one Wang Ye owned – appeared before her.

Xiao Ying Hotel was preparing to shut down for renovations, but it wasn’t closed yet, because there was not enough pressure. Besides, they had not even started designing the blueprint for rebuilding – so why hurry to close down...

So, at night, Xiao Ying Hotel was still as brightly lit as ever!

A group of people got out of the cars. By the time they had reached the hotel entrance, General Manager Yuri, Board Chairman’s Assistant Kaja, and Security Manager Anton had already come to meet them.

Wang Ye did not greet them; his car had been spotted by security guards when he drove in, who then informed Anton.

Yuri was at the front, smiling broadly as he approached.

"Good evening, Mr. Mikhail."

Wang Ye turned to Liu Mei, introducing, "This is the hotel’s general manager, Yuri."

He then told Yuri, "I brought a friend from China to take a look. We will be running a gambling business, and she may be in charge of coordinating with Chinese tourists."

Upon hearing this, Yuri quickly greeted Liu Mei enthusiastically. Being smart, he didn’t speak Russian, but tried to communicate in English.

As expected, although Liu Mei didn’t understand Russian, her English was pretty good; after all, it was impossible for someone in foreign trade not to understand English.

.........

Meanwhile, this was the first time Angelina and Kaja had met!

Well, that’s not strictly true...

They had bumped into each other a few times in the apartment, but they had no association or acquaintanceship at that time.

Back then, Kaja was a minor celebrity, aloof and proud, she wouldn’t have taken a second look at Angelina.

But Angelina had admired Kaja a little: a celebrity who drove a sports car...

However, this was the first time they had met since Wang Ye became involved with Kaja!

As Yuri, Anton, and Kaja approached, Angelina didn’t look at anyone else, she just watched Kaja.

Kaja too, instantly spotted Angelina standing next to Wang Ye.

While Wang Ye and the others exchanged pleasantries, Angelina and Kaja stood quietly behind the crowd, watching each other.

It was a good while before Angelina nodded slightly at Kaja, her face void of any smile.

Kaja, on the other hand, seemed relieved and a smile surfaced on her face...

......

Under Yuri’s guidance, Liu Mei was given a tour of Xiao Ying Hotel.

By this point, she didn’t have much doubt about what Wang Ye had said over the meal...

Because wherever they went, the hotel staff they met paid king’s respects to Wang Ye.

Apparently, Wang Ye really was the owner of this hotel. Given the scale of the hotel, at the very least, it would be worth tens of millions, or perhaps even up to hundreds of millions of US dollars!

Once at the slot machine gambling hall, Liu Mei examined it thoroughly, even asking Yuri in detail about the hall’s profits.

Expectedly, the answers she received were far from disappointing.

According to Liu Mei’s judgement, the hotel was at least a four-star establishment, as its facilities and decor kept it from reaching five stars.

But, this was Moscow!

In 2001, Moscow continued to be a very influential international metropolis, much better known and more valuable than China’s capital.

Therefore, this hotel was quite a valuable asset...

Notably, this hotel could obtain the full-on gambling licence very soon!

With that licence, even an average five-star hotel wouldn’t be able to hold a candle to Xiao Ying Hotel!

Its valuation would instantly multiply several times over...

......

After the tour, Wang Ye had Yuri give Liu Mei some brochures, photos, photocopies of the business licence, and similar items from Xiao Ying Hotel.

These would be needed for her discussions with National Tourism when she returned to China.

Of course, this was only part of it. Once Wang Ye’s gambling licence came through in a few days, he would also make a copy for Liu Mei.

However, she might not dare to bring that out in China...

It was getting late. Wang Ye looked at the time and asked with a smile, "Aunt Liu, will you stay here tonight? We have plenty of rooms, it would be convenient."

Before Liu Mei could answer, Nalan Yaqi interjected, "Why stay here? I’ll take mom back to the apartment. I have a two-bedroom flat there, and no matter how good the hotel is, it’s always more comfortable at home."

"Yaqi is right. I’ll stay with her," Liu Mei agreed with a laugh.

Seeing this, Wang Ye didn’t say anything else, but just said, "That’s good. I also live in the same apartment building, so let’s all go back together."

Just as they were about to leave to go home, Anton walked over, leaned in close to Wang Ye, and said quietly, "Mr. Mikhail, do you have a moment? I have something to discuss with you."