Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 609 It’s Time to Give Way for You_1

Chapter 609: Chapter 609 It’s Time to Give Way for You_1

Rossiyana was rendered speechless. She really did not expect that besides the position of the Third Faction Party Leader and Vice Speaker, Wang Ye could also secure the position of the Chairman of the Economic Committee!

Truth be told, the position of the Chairman of the Economic Committee holds even more power than that of the Vice Speaker!

After all, within the Duma, there are several Vice Speakers alone.

As for committees, especially those with power, there are only three, and the Economic Committee is one of them!

As for Wang Ye using his role as the Chairman of the Legislative Committee as a bargaining chip, Rossiyana thought it was a joke.

After all, everyone understood that after Rilinov retired, the position of the Faction Party Leader could be handed over to Wang Ye, and the position of Vice Speaker was virtually secured. However, the position on the Legislative Committee was not something Rilinov could decide!

After a long while, she asked with surprise, "Is the position on the Legislative Committee yours to trade?"

This question may seem rude, but it is the truth!

Wang Ye didn’t take it to heart and casually answered:

"It’s not mine. If it were, would I be foolish enough to trade it for the position of Chairman of the Economic Committee?

However, with my support, Grezlov’s influence, and the strength of the First Faction, his competition for this position is unquestionable.

Don’t underestimate my support and proposal. Without it, he would not dare to take this position because it would lack legitimacy!

But with the proactive support of me and the Third Faction, he now has a justifiable foothold.

As for compensation, plus my major movements in the economic field in the past six months, it should not be a problem for me to take over the position of the Chairman of the Economic Committee, right?

Who can find fault in that!"

Upon hearing this, Rossiyana felt that it made sense, and there seemed to be no logical problems...

And realistically, it was feasible!

After a pause, she sighed, "No wonder you are in your current position, it seems that you do indeed possess outstanding abilities. How did I not think of this method!"

Indeed, without Wang Ye’s operation.

At most, he would only take over Rilinov’s roles as the Faction Party Leader and Vice Speaker. As for the position of Chairman of any committee, it would not be his turn!

At least after a couple more years in the Duma, would he be eligible to compete for those powerful positions.

However, with Wang Ye’s visit to Grezlov’s office and some "trading", both got what they wanted.

Wang Ye obtained an additional high-ranking position, a step ahead of everyone else.

Don’t underestimate this step. In the political arena, each person has their own position. The higher the rank, the fewer positions and the fiercer the competition.

If you can ascend a step earlier, it could have immeasurable significance for Wang Ye’s future development.

Perhaps, after a few more years, he will be eligible to compete for the Speaker’s position...

...

Clearly, the news of Rilinov’s retirement was soon known to everyone in the circle.

Other than Grezlov and Gavriil, even Khodorkovsky, who doesn’t usually pay much attention to the political arena, called Wang Ye over curiously for a deep discussion.

The Yukos Group Headquarters, top floor, Khodorkovsky’s office.

Wang Ye had been here more than once or twice and was quite familiar with the place.

So when he arrived, he saw that Khodorkovsky was still busy with documents.

He did not stand on ceremony, just walked over to the sofa area and sat down, rummaged through the mini fridge next to him, grabbed a can of chilled cola, made a "pop" as he opened it, and took a gulp.

Having some chilled cola on a snowy day was indeed a unique enjoyment.

Drinking cola while smoking a cigarette, swinging his legs leisurely, he was very relaxed.

After he was almost finished with his cigarette, Khodorkovsky had already completed his tasks and walked over.

When passing by Wang Ye, he patted him on the shoulder and laughed, "So, should we start addressing you as Mr. Vice Speaker? It seems you’re growing faster than anybody expected. Maybe in no time, I’ll be known as Misha’s uncle. Haha..."

Though he was joking, Khodorkovsky’s smile revealed genuine happiness.

He wasn’t concerned about Wang Ye’s rapid growth, but simply happy for him.

Perhaps at the beginning, Khodorkovsky mentored Wang Ye to repay his life-saving grace and also nurture him as his right-hand man.

But now, watching Wang Ye’s growth, Khodorkovsky no longer treated Wang Ye as a "puppet" or "proxy".

Instead, he started to see him as a "cooperative partner" or even a real "nephew".

Wang Ye put his cigarette out in the ashtray, greeted Khodorkovsky, and responded with a smile, "No matter what people say, in front of you, Uncle, I am still Misha."

These were Wang Ye’s heartfelt words!

He was genuinely grateful to Khodorkovsky.

No matter how far he might go in the future or how great his achievements, he would never forget the help of Khodorkovsky.

The reason he had exhausted all his energy and racked his brains over the past year was not just for himself. He also wanted to support Khodorkovsky at a critical time.

Because based on Wang Ye’s "memory", Khodorkovsky’s "fate" was not pleasant.

Now that he was involved, he wondered if he could change his destiny...

...

It seemed that Khodorkovsky understood the meaning behind Wang Ye’s words.

He gave a relieved smile, patted Wang Ye on the shoulder, and sat down next to him on the sofa.

"I heard you are taking over Rilinov’s position, why is he suddenly retiring?" Khodorkovsky asked.

Wang Ye shook his head, "I’m not sure about the specifics, Rilinov didn’t say, and I asked Gavriil, and he was not clear either. Or perhaps the reasons are too complicated to explain. But Gavriil said that it wasn’t him who instigated it. So I guess, it might be something that the First and Second Factions in the Duma orchestrated together..."

In front of Khodorkovsky, Wang Ye didn’t conceal anything and shared all his speculations.

After listening, Khodorkovsky contemplated for a while.

He lifted his head and said meaningfully, "Actually, there’s no need to delve into why Rilinov wants to retire, the reason might not be as complicated as you think. Maybe his mission is completed. Everyone believes that he should step aside for you!"

Wang Ye felt stirred by Khodorkovsky’s words. It was quite a fresh perspective.

Thinking about it carefully, it did make sense...