Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 444: Accidentally Meeting an Old Acquaintance_1

Chapter 444: Chapter 444: Accidentally Meeting an Old Acquaintance_1

Ever since he became a member of the Duma, Wang Ye felt that his influence had indeed expanded unwittingly!

He did want to make money.

But now he wanted to make big money!

Extracting more management fees and rents from the Chinese businessmen by oppressing them was meaningless. Instead, it would be better to provide a relaxed environment for the market and support many Chinese businessmen to make their business bigger!

The reduced management fees and rents could be earned back through customs clearance fees and transportation costs. Moreover, making this market bigger and more formal would bring more than just economic benefits to Wang Ye.

There would also be political returns!

He should know that his franchise certificate was obtained from Gavriil, whose initial excuse was to standardize the import of light industrial products and bring more affordable products to the common people.

Gavriil and the others would definitely observe how Wang Ye implemented this.

If Wang Ye was only making money without realizing his past promises, it would probably affect their perception of Wang Ye!

......

After discussing the matters concerning the market, Wang Ye changed the topic and asked with a smile, "By the way, I see that the Xiao Ying Entertainment Center has been very bustling recently. You must have made a lot of money from lending there."

Big Head Kong grinned and scratched his head, saying, "It’s not bad, just making some small money. This is all because President gave me the opportunity."

Wang Ye turned serious and said earnestly, "Making money is okay, but you must be careful if you carry out lending activities. Do not lend more than what people can repay, otherwise, it would easily turn into a big issue. I’m telling you, if any fatality or incident occurs, especially with the Chinese businessmen, and it affects us badly, you will have to bear the responsibility."

He was warning Big Head Kong.

You cannot lose your bottom line just to make money!

These Chinese businessmen are my compatriots. If they voluntarily play, they deserve to lose, and there will be no problem if they lose money within their capabilities.

But if those like Big Head Kong and his crew tricked people into bankruptcy, or even ruined lives and families, it would be a terrible situation!

Wang Ye did not want to see such things happen...

Big Head Kong immediately straightened up, raising his hand as if swearing to the heavens, "President, don’t worry! I only make the money that I should and can make. Whether to lend money or not depends entirely on everyone’s willingness. I will also verify the assets of the borrowers and won’t lend them more than their repayment capabilities. If anything goes wrong in this regard, you may hold me accountable."

Wang Ye nodded in satisfaction, this young fellow was quite slick and deft in his affairs.

At present, he seemed to be one of his useful helpers.

However, Big Head Kong was a not a confidant, and Wang Ye did not trust him entirely.

......

After Big Head Kong left, Wang Ye processed some documents. It was past three in the afternoon.

He simply got up, called a few bodyguards like Xie Liaosha, and made a round of inspection in the New Sun Market.

At this time, the market had quieted down with fewer customers around.

The busiest time for the large market was from six in the morning until around one in the afternoon.

There was a reason for that.

Many out-of-town customers would sleep on the bus or train and arrive at this large market in Moscow in the morning.

They would buy goods in the morning, pack them and send them to the train or bus station, then catch the night bus, have a good sleep, and find themselves back home when they woke up...

This kind of schedule did not delay the immediate delivery and sale of goods, and time was conveniently arranged.

......

Wang Ye was already tall. At over 1.8 meters, but Xie Liaosha and the others were taller than him--at least 1.9 meters tall!

Surrounded by several big guys, Wang Ye immediately attracted the attention of many people when he appeared in the market.

Big Head Kong always liked to do this, wandering around the market with armed bodyguards. He was very much fond of this grandeur.

But when Wang Ye went out, his status was significantly higher!

Just the attire and equipment of Xie Liaosha and the others were much better than those ordinary security personnel.

The selection of bodyguards who could accompany Wang Ye were indeed the elites of the elites!

Several people maintained their vigilance, surrounding Wang Ye. As few as they were, they managed to establish an intimidating presence.

Many of the Chinese Business Owners had met Wang Ye. Upon seeing him inspecting the area, some courageously greeted him.

"Mr. Mikhail, good afternoon."

"Congressman Mikhail, it’s been a while since we last saw you." ......

They greeted him, but obviously no one dared to step forward, especially since those bodyguards kept a straight face and the dark gun muzzle was always pointing at anyone approaching.

Wang Ye had no pretensions. When he heard someone greet him, he would nod at them with a smile.

But he wouldn’t stop to have an intimate handshake and conversation with people like those leaders in the TV...,

This was unnecessary, as he was not on the path to be ’people-friendly’!

No matter how good he sounded nor how likeable he appeared to be, it was less direct to do more practical things for the Chinese Business Owners in the market!

......

When he arrived near District Seven, which was a bag sales area, there were more small bosses and fewer big bosses than the other areas where shoes, down jackets, and furs were sold.

The hardware conditions of the New Sun Market were much better than those of the Old ACT.

Just like today, there was a heavy snowfall outside. Due to the constant traffic, the Old ACT area was filled with mud, with even the hem of trousers getting dirty.

But at the New Sun, because all the areas were covered with a huge canopy, and the ground was flat with hardened cement, managed with dedicated janitors constantly cleaning up, everywhere was clean.

Wang Ye’s inspection trip this time actually had no specific purpose. He was simply killing time, strolling around and feeling the atmosphere of the big market.

After all, in his previous life, he had worked here...

Halfway through District Seven, someone suddenly called out his name from the side of the road.

"Mr. Mikhail..."

Wang Ye turned his head and nodded with a smile, thinking it was a Chinese Businessman that recognized him and was greeting him. He didn’t think much of it.

Just as he was about to keep walking, he heard the person call out again: "Mr. Mikhail, please wait a moment, I ... have something for you."

Wang Ye stopped in his tracks, a little surprised, as he looked over.

He saw the middle-aged man hurriedly walk into his stall, apparently to get something.

Xie Liaosha and the others immediately became alert, and three of the bodyguards instantly stood in front of Wang Ye, blocking him from the stall.

A few seconds later, the middle-aged man came out of the stall, holding a large envelope in his hand.

Just as he was about to walk over, he was stopped by Xie Liaosha’s extended hand....