Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 628: Two Years Ago and Two Years Later_1

Chapter 628: Chapter 628: Two Years Ago and Two Years Later_1

"Here they come! Everyone, take your positions. The two students at the door, open it up. I’m reiterating one more time, no asking for autographs or photos! ..."

Inside the banquet hall, a staff person in charge said loudly and in a hurry.

Then, the voice of a colleague came from the walkie-talkie at his waist, and he hurriedly shouted again: "The guests are coming in, everyone be ready."

At this moment, the doors of the banquet hall had been opened, and the guests began to enter.

Accompanied by the ambassador, Wang Ye walked directly to the stage in the front after entering the banquet hall.

Being the guest of honor at such an occasion, he was definitely expected to say a few words before the banquet officially started.

Many of the students serving as waiters in the hall were stunned.

Some were incredulous as they did not know Wang Ye, nor did they know who Mikhail was.

In their eyes, this black-haired young man, who looked about their age, should also be a Chinese student studying abroad...

But why were the ambassador and so many influential Russians crowding around this young man?

Could he be a big shot?!

Other students, especially those from Moscow University, had seen large photos of Mikhail on the official school website and knew his identity.

Especially after Mikhail was recently elected Deputy Speaker and Chairman of the Economic Committee, Moscow University launched another tremendous publicity campaign!

In the main lobby of Building No. 1, a large photo of Mikhail had been hung in the most conspicuous place!

Everyone passed by there every day, it was hard not to see it...

A few female students had already gasped, "Senior", "Chairman Mikhail"...

Now they understood why the staff member had repeatedly stressed not to ask for autographs and photos.

If they hadn’t warned everyone in advance, some girls might have rushed up...

You see, Mikhail’s popularity and influence among young people, especially university students, is not to be trifled with.

He is handsome, wealthy, from a prominent family, holds high positions, and has boundless prospects...

Almost all positive adjectives could be applied to Mikhail!

Add to that his status as a "current university student", and his aura became even more dazzling.

......

The ambassador and Wang Ye stood side by side on the stage of the banquet hall, and he began his speech with a smiling face.

He mainly introduced a few main guests, especially when introducing Wang Ye, he raised his voice.

"Deputy Speaker of the Duma, Director of the Economic Committee, Mr. Mikhail! He is a good friend of our country and has promoted Sino-Russian oil and gas cooperation... Today, it is an honor to invite Chairman Mikhail to the embassy to celebrate the Spring Festival together. I would like to express my appreciation on behalf of all the staff at the embassy. Now, let’s welcome Chairman Mikhail to say a few words."

After all, having invited such a big shot, the ambassador was also proud.

Wang Ye took over the microphone, smiled before speaking, and nodded to the crowd below.

As soon as he opened his mouth, many people in the room were surprised.

Because Wang Ye was speaking in Chinese!

"Hello everyone, I am honored to have received Mr. Ambassador’s invitation to attend this New Year’s banquet.

Hehe, seeing your surprised expressions, it’s because my Chinese is quite standard, right?

I think I should explain a bit.

Actually, I have a strong connection with China. After all, my father is Chinese, it’s just that my mother is Russian..."

Far away in a small county town in central China, his mother did not know that her son had "changed her nationality".

Of course, Wang Ye wouldn’t dare to say this in front of his mother. He feared that she would slap him!

Many people in the audience were hearing for the first time that this so-called "rising star in politics", who had been making headlines recently, was actually "half" Chinese!

After all, news reports usually only mention what Mikhail has done, and they don’t give too much information about his background.

Perhaps they think it’s not important, or maybe they were directed to do so...

As for Wang Ye’s black hair and black eyes, it wasn’t quite rare in Moscow. After all, there were many black-haired Russians here.

With more than a hundred different ethnicities within Russia itself, there are blondes, brunettes, black-haired people, and even redheads.

Wang Ye had seen many black-haired congressmen in the Duma.

So, people just complimented Wang Ye’s appearance, and they never thought he might not be Russian.

Anyone who has entered the Duma and served as Deputy Speaker and Chairman of the Economic Committee must be Russian!

......

After listening to Wang Ye’s introduction of himself, the Chinese people in the audience looked at Wang Ye differently.

If they were in awe of him and admired him for being a big shot when they learned of his identity just now.

Now that they knew Wang Ye was of Chinese descent, they unconsciously felt closer to him.

Wang Ye did not waste words, he simply spoke a few sentences, and finally joked, inviting everyone to eat and drink well, and laughter echoed through the hall.

What he said was so "authentic"!

Typically, foreigners wouldn’t understand what "eat well and drink well" means.

This also shows that Mr. Mikhail, a high-ranking official of Chinese descent, has not forgotten his roots and probably holds affectionate feelings towards China.

......

During the banquet that followed, Wang Ye toured the hall with his wine glass in hand. Whenever he stopped somewhere, people would gather around to toast to him.

But everyone was very courteous and polite, completely unlike the practice of pressing drinks at domestic banquets.

Those who toasted usually drained their glasses, and Wang Ye merely touched the wine to his lips. This was enough to make the toasters very pleased and feel that they had face.

After all, these Chinese businessmen who were toasting would have lots to brag about later.

They had drunk with Chairman Mikhail!

After making the rounds, Wang Ye and the ambassador retreated to a quiet corner and chatted over their drinks.

Out of respect, others did not disturb the two of them, knowing that they might be discussing important matters.

Wang Ye looked around at the dazzling banquet hall full of guests and felt a wave of emotions.

Two years ago, he stood in this place, carrying a tray, and wearing an old, ill-fitting suit.

He was like a...

No, he was a nobody, the kind who no one paid attention to.

Others just waved their hands at him, and he had to quickly step forward with his tray, politely asking the guests what they would like to drink...

But today, just two years later, when he returned to this place, Wang Ye had become the focus of everyone’s attention!

With the same look, his gaze met nothing but admiring eyes and welcoming smiles!