Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 607: A Battle Is In Order_1

Chapter 607: Chapter 607: A Battle Is In Order_1

Wang Ye’s depressed mood finally eased a little when he had used up a whole box of bullets at the shooting range and his shoulders and wrists were aching slightly.

He should have been happy today, by all rights.

After all, he would soon not be "Congressman Mikhail," but would be respectfully addressed as "Vice Speaker Mikhail!"

However, for some reason, seeing Rilinov’s disheartened retreat made Wang Ye feel a bit uncomfortable.

"The grief of the death of a beloved rival," was not quite accurate; strictly speaking, it should be commiseration...

Perhaps one day, he would also vanish from the Moscow political arena like Rilinov, unable to justify or explain himself. His fate could even be much worse than Rilinov’s!

At least Rilinov could live out his old age in peace, living his retirement life. As for himself, if he fails, the best outcome would probably be to "flee the country." As for the worst outcome, Wang Ye dare not even think about it...

In the eyes of outsiders, the extremely glamorous figures like Rilinov and Wang Ye could still not control their own destinies!

......

The next day, in the Duma Building, some congressmen looked a little different when they saw Wang Ye.

Obviously, these people had already heard some rumors and knew what was about to happen.

As soon as Wang Ye enters his office, Yelena, Nova and other assistants duly get up and greet their boss.

They behave this way normally, which is also correct.

However, Wang Ye felt that the way they looked at him was a bit off today...

Shaking his head, Wang Ye thought he was perhaps thinking too much.

Having a "guilty conscience," he saw everyone as abnormal.

Just as he had sat down in his office, Rossiyana rushed in, even though she was his assistant, she often arrived at the office later than him, the boss.

"Misha, I heard you’re... moving up a bit?"

As she spoke, Rossiyana raised her index finger, pointed at the ceiling, curiosity and surprise filled her eyes.

This was understandable since Rossiyana was now Wang Ye’s special assistant, her boss.

The better her boss does, the more her own position would elevate.

At the very least, it would prove that the choice of their family was correct!

Wang Ye could only ask helplessly, "Where did you all hear this news from? It feels like everyone in the Duma will know as soon as anything happens."

Rossiyana excitedly sat on the chair in front of Wang Ye’s desk, her upper body leaning over the desk, with her head closer to Wang Ye.

"So it’s true?! Vice Speaker? Third Faction Party Leader? That’s... quite fast!"

Not only did she think it was quick, but Wang Ye himself also felt that it was happening too quickly...

However, including Rossiyana, all the assistants could only feel shock and joy, but Wang Ye was also a bit worried, that’s the difference between them.

Wang Ye brushed her off, saying, "That’s not yet settled. Let’s wait a bit until things become certain."

Rossiyana furrowed her delicate eyebrows, curiously asking, "I heard that Rilinov is going to retire. Did something happen to his health? Otherwise, why would he propose retirement at this time? I remember he’s not even sixty, he could definitely serve another term, even two consecutive terms would be normal."

Unfortunately, even Wang Ye didn’t know the real answer to this question.

He couldn’t tell Rossiyana about his suspicions and could only vaguely respond, "Who knows, perhaps he just feels tired. After all, with so many annoying things happening every day, not to mention him, even I sometimes feel like I don’t want to do this anymore."

Just as they were chatting, the red landline on the desk rang.

Rossiyana picks up the receiver, "Hello, this is Congressman Mikhail’s office."

She didn’t know what was said on the other end of the phone. Rossiyana covered the receiver and quietly informed Wang Ye, "It’s Speaker Grezlov who called. He asked if you were in the office and said he wanted to see you."

Wang Ye nodded and casually replied, "I am on my way."

Having said that, he got up, ready to go to Grezlov’s office.

As for what Grezlov wanted at this time, Wang Ye pretty much figured it out. It must be about Rilinov’s issue and his own succession to the Third Faction and Vice Speaker.

......

As expected, just after Wang Ye arrived at Grezlov’s office and sat down, Grezlov got straight to the point:

"Rilinov has already talked to me. He says he wants to retire and recommended you to succeed all his positions."

Wang Ye nodded, not uttering a word, knowing that Grezlov definitely had more to say.

After glancing at Wang Ye, the young man who could control his temper, Grezlov nodded and continued, "I can’t meddle in the affairs of your faction. So, you succeeding as party leader will be decided by you all. However, the Vice Speaker, and the chairman of the Legislative Committee are decided by all the members of the Duma. It’s not up to him or me to decide."

In addition to serving as the Vice Speaker in the Duma, Rilinov also held the position of chairman of the Legislative Committee and could be said to wield significant power.

However, when Rilinov spoke to Wang Ye last night, he only mentioned the Vice Speaker position and didn’t mention the chairman of the Legislative Committee.

Obviously, Rilinov understood that it would be easy to decide about the Third Faction’s party leadership, and even the issue of the Vice Speaker could possibly not be a big issue.

But to allow Wang Ye to succeed to the position of chairman of the Legislative Committee, that’s significantly difficult.

Because the greatest power of the Duma is to legislate!

And this Legislative Committee is the core power body of the Duma!

Who knows how many people are eyeing this position, for Wang Ye, with his qualifications, it would indeed be somewhat difficult to take over the position of chairman of the Legislative Committee now.

So Rilinov didn’t mention this matter in front of Wang Ye.

But to Grezlov, Rilinov said Wang Ye was to succeed this position. That was due to his own considerations.

He didn’t mention this matter in front of Wang Ye because Rilinov knew it would be difficult, and feared that he might disappoint Wang Ye if he couldn’t accomplish it.

Discussing this matter with Grezlov, he naturally hoped that his "successor" could successfully take over all his positions and powers, which he was handing over.

This consideration is not only for Wang Ye but also for the faction!

......

Wang Ye, being the wise man he is, instantly understood the key to the matter. He sighed secretly, there was no doubt Rilinov cared for him.

Even when forced to retire, he was still so considerate for him and the faction.

Initially, Wang Ye was reluctant to fight for these things, but since Rilinov had done this much for him, if he didn’t cherish or strive for them, it would be too disheartening for Rilinov...

Therefore, Wang Ye had to try harder!