Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 700: The Foundation of an Old Family_1

Chapter 700: Chapter 700: The Foundation of an Old Family_1

Rogelina’s father’s name is Anatoli, he is in his early forties and has the genteel appearance one would associate with a university professor.

Her mother works in the family fund’s finance department, without being on the executive level.

If it wasn’t for being part of such a family, this couple would be the typical citizens one might find in Moscow St. Petersburg.

They have decent jobs, and while they couldn’t be called affluent, they live comfortably enough, with more than they need but less than they could desire.

But that’s life. They were born into wealth, and even developed a close relationship with impoverished Puding. Fortune favors them.

That’s why the parents of Rogelina now holds quite a high position within their family.

When an older member of the family is unavailable to welcome distinguished guests, they step in to represent their family.

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After exchanging greetings, the group gets into the car and leaves the airport.

Rogelina’s family resides in a large mansion within the city district. It takes more than half an hour to get there from the airport.

From a main road, you turn into a private street. There is security at the entrance and a sign that reads: "Private Area, No Admittance."

From the entrance, you cannot see what’s inside. The road is lined with lush trees, completely concealing the interior.

Of course, Wang Ye’s convoy wasn’t stopped, and the security guards opened the gate for them to drive straight in.

After driving straight down the road for several minutes, they come to a fountain square. Only here can they fully take in the scale of the mansion.

Facing the fountain square, is a large castle-like structure that clearly has seen many a year.

"Most of our family members live here. This mansion is called Swan Castle. It was once the residence of Grand Duke Paul, the father of Tsar I, in Petersburg. Later, our family bought it. We have renovated the castle and expanded the premises." Anatoli introduced proudly to Wang Ye.

In China, palaces, mansions, and castles are rarities.

They are often treated as cultural relics or transformed into museums, seldom sold to private owners.

For Wang Ye to acquire the Prince’s Mansion in the capital was sheer luck.

In Russia, however, such mansions and castles are not that unusual. Didn’t Wang Ye purchase a palace in Crimea? The title is even grander than this Swan Castle!

Still, managing to buy such a historically important and expansive mansion within Petersburg City District shows the financial strength and power of the Rossiyana family!

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The fleet stopped below the steps of the building. Most Russian constructions feature steps, used to access the main hall.

Perhaps it’s to avoid snow from blocking the entrance...

As Wang Ye stepped out of the car, he saw a group of people on the steps descending, obviously to welcome him.

"The man in the lead is Rogelina’s grandfather, my father, also the clan chief of our family, Constantin. The people behind him are also our family members, my siblings and such." explained Anatoli, standing next to Wang Ye.

Wang Ye stood by the car, looking at Constantin and the others.

The old man appears to be in his sixties, but he does not seem old at all, and appears more like a middle-aged man.

He does not have the portly figure usually associated with aging Russians. He is not fat nor thin, walks briskly, has a rosy complexion, and appears to be in good health.

Moreover, the old man carries a strong presence and has a significant demeanor - even if he were walking on the street alone, people would instantly recognize him as someone of importance...

Descending the steps at a leisurely pace, the old man, Constantin, smiled faintly at Wang Ye and said, "You must be Chairman Mikhail. I’ve long heard about you. This past year, from Moscow to Petersburg, you’ve been the center of everyone’s discussions."

That could be considered a compliment to Wang Ye.

The way foreigners compliment others is slightly different from the way it’s done domestically.

Wang Ye had his signature shy smile on his face, "It’s not that I’m the focus, I’ve just been a bit more lucky."

To others, this would definitely seem like modesty.

Becoming a billionaire or a congressman could be attributed to good luck.

But becoming a tycoon worth billions and being simultaneously elected as the Deputy Speaker of Duma and the chairman of the Economic Committee?

This is not something that can be explained with good luck alone...

To what extent must one’s luck defy the heavens to do that!

However, from Wang Ye’s point of view, it really is just "luck". A year ago, he never would have dreamed that he could possess his present wealth and status...

The two exchanged knowing smiles and reached out to grasp each other’s hand firmly.

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Under the personal guidance of Constantin, the group went up the steps and entered the first floor grand hall.

This place isn’t suited for an average family to live in, the grand hall on just the first floor is over 1,000 square meters in size!

Magnificent, spacious, eye-catching, luxurious...

All these adjectives can be used to describe this place.

Previously, the most luxurious house Wang Ye saw belonged to A Bu.

But A Bu’s mansion is simply no match when compared to the one owned by Rogelina’s family.

Whether in terms of floor area, architectural scale, or sumptuous decor, they are beyond compare.

Perhaps, this is the legacy of an old tycoon family...

A Bu is a nouveau riche, freshly rich, but still lacking in grace.

Of course, Wang Ye is even less refined than A Bu.

So far, his living arrangements have been quite casual.

Initially, he rented an apartment, a small two-bedroom unit.

No, from there, he moved to the top floor of the Xiao Ying Hotel.

Although it is quite spacious and nicely decorated, and life is very convenient, it is still a hotel and can’t be compared to a large mansion.

However, Wang Ye has seen the world and didn’t show any signs of being overwhelmed. No matter how magnificent a castle or mansion is, can it compare to the Duma Building or the Kremlin?...

Even his small office in the Duma Building would not be exchanged for this entire mansion!

Moreover, what they represent is completely different.

Among the crowd here, aside from Rogelina, Wang Ye is the youngest one.

However, he is indeed the center of attention!

No matter whether it’s Constantin or the other family members, all eyes are on Wang Ye.

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There was still some time until dinner, and Wang Ye, not one to waste time, brought up the main topic after some casual conversation:

"Truthfully, there is something I came to discuss with Mr. Constantin. I believe Rogelina has already relayed the matter to you."