Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 612: The Generous New Party Leader_1

Chapter 612: Chapter 612: The Generous New Party Leader_1

So, there is no need to discuss who would be the successor of the party leader after Rilinov’s retirement.

Mikhail could simply take over directly.

And there wouldn’t be any objections within the faction.

After all, everyone understands that the position of the faction party leader is not exactly an easy one, let alone one that anyone could claim.

If you lack personal ability or influence.

Then taking on this role would be simply torturous!

As a faction party leader, if you lack clout within the Duma, your proposals are ignored by other factions, and you are shown no respect.

You cannot secure benefits for other faction members, let alone resolve internal faction disputes.

What’s the point of being a party leader then?

......

When it comes to successors, some people began to speak up.

A congressman sitting beside Wang Ye immediately said with a smile,

"I nominate Congressman Mikhail!

As we all know, Congressman Mikhail is a talented individual with a wide influence within the Duma, and he himself is an outstanding entrepreneur.

He has good relations with Chairman Grezlov, and even the Kremlin.

I believe that after Congressman Mikhail takes over as the party leader, he will surely lead our faction to greater heights!"

After saying this, he looked at Wang Ye for approval.

Once someone took the lead, the meeting room was immediately in pandemonium, and other congressmen also spoke one after the other.

"I agree! It must be Congressman Mikhail who takes over, I have no objections to that. Others are just not qualified."

"Indeed, Mikhail is indeed the most suitable candidate, there’s no doubt about it."

"Support Congressman Mikhail!"....

Everyone was clamoring for a chance to speak, all supporting Wang Ye, with no one raising any objections.

Those who could sit here, of course, were not fools.

Everyone understood that Rilinov suddenly retired, but he never revealed the real reason why to anyone.

This whole situation is shrouded in mystery!

At this moment, the position of the party leader is truly a hot potato, not everyone can hold it!

Moreover, if there is no new capable and strong party leader, the days ahead for the Third Faction will not be easy.

The Third Faction doesn’t have many members. After a thorough examination, Mikhail is indeed the most suitable candidate, bar none!

As some people have said, Mikhail himself is a prominent oligarch with immense wealth!

Besides, his contacts are extensive, and he has close relations with influential figures like Grezlov, Gavriil, Aleksey, and Khodorkovsky.

There are even rumors that Mikhail frequently visits the Kremlin and has a good relationship with that person there!

This is something that even Rilinov cannot do.

Thus, if Mikhail becomes the next party leader, the situation of the Third Faction might even become better than when Rilinov was in power...

If the faction is doing well, then the congressmen would naturally reap more benefits.

Both personally and publicly, they have no reason to object!

......

Hearing the voices of the crowd, a smile appeared on Rilinov’s face.

"Mikhail, you see..."

Now it’s Wang Ye’s turn to perform.

He stood up unhurriedly, bowed to Rilinov and to everyone in the meeting room,

He spoke sincerely, his tone genuine,

"I am deeply grateful to Mr. Rilinov for his trust in me and to everyone for their support.

Although I am aware that in terms of qualifications to become the party leader, I am somewhat lacking.

Among all the congressmen present, there are several who are actually more suitable to be party leader than me.

But!

As everyone knows, the current situation in the Duma is complex, with undercurrents running wild.

Taking on the position of the party leader at this time means not only honor and power, but more importantly, a heavy responsibility!

How to lead our faction, move forward, expand our influence, and strive to increase our seats in the Duma at the next election.

All these are extremely tricky tasks, but they are also ones that a party leader must contemplate and strive for.

Since joining the faction, Mr. Rilinov has been of great help to me, and my colleagues have given me their support.

Thus, at this critical point, I must step forward and do something for our faction!

..."

Wang Ye’s impassioned speech was something like an inauguration speech for him taking over as party leader.

Anyway, between the lines, he painted himself a lone warrior, ready to take on the burden of being the party leader at a time when internal and external conflicts are on the rise within the faction...

Whether everyone believed him or not, at least on the surface, when Wang Ye finished his speech, there was thunderous applause in the meeting room.

Because, fundamentally, Wang Ye had revealed that once he is the party leader, he will surely share the benefits with everyone whenever there are opportunities!

Share the blessings, as for obstacles...

He’ll endure them on his own!

Who wouldn’t love such a party leader!

Of course, just saying so wouldn’t be enough, Wang Ye has never been a fan of empty talk.

When the applause subsided, he continued speaking with a smile.

"To show my gratitude for your support, I want to make a promise here.

By the time of the next Duma election, I guarantee that I will be able to secure at least one hundred million US dollars for our faction’s campaign donations!

This money will be distributed to each Congressman fairly, with the aim of ensuring the re-election of each person present, and to strive for even more seats!"

The election of the Duma members, in addition to certain seats being allocated according to factions, requires a substantial part to be won directly through election.

When Wang Ye first entered the Duma, he won through participating in the Chukotka regional election.

So, the faction that invests more in election funds and secures more "sponsorships", gets more seats in the Duma.

One hundred million US dollars, let alone in Russia, even in the United States, is a tremendous sum of money!

This is a substantial, tangible investment!

Therefore, when Wang Ye announced this figure, the meeting room immediately erupted into frenzy.

The applause was even louder than before!

Every faction member present was looking at Wang Ye with a mix of admiration, respect, and reverence...

And these were all genuine!

At that moment, everyone was wholeheartedly convinced by Wang Ye!

With such a generous party leader, come the next election in three years, the Second Faction could have the capability to compete with the second Fangshion.

A party leader who is willing to spend money and has the means to "splurge", that’s a good party leader.

At this point, Rilinov, the ex-party leader who just retired, seemed to have already been forgotten by everyone...

He could only shake his head and give a wry smile.

He, as the former party leader, really couldn’t compare with Mikhail, the new party leader. Mikhail was just too ambitious.

Of course, that’s also because he himself was short of funds. How could he compete with a rising "oligarch"...