Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 723 - Giving a lot of Face_1

Chapter 723: Chapter 723 - Giving a lot of Face_1

There was something else Zhang Guangming didn’t dare mention.

That is, if Wang Ye were in China, absolutely no one would suspect him of being a foreigner.

Of course, in Moscow, there are Russians who look Asian or even Chinese, especially those from the Far East.

Actually, when the people in the banquet hall saw Wang Ye just now, there were some who were surprised by his appearance, which so resembled a Chinese person.

But they were mostly just surprised, and absolutely no one questioned Wang Ye’s nationality.

After all, at that level, how could he possibly be a "foreigner"? As if all the Russians are fools...

So, subconsciously, they only thought that Mikhail was not of Russian ethnicity, but definitely a "pure" Russian!

No one dared to doubt his nationality.

......

There wasn’t much time for niceties, after all, dozens of people in the banquet hall were eagerly waiting.

According to the usual practice at such occasions, Wang Ye must say a few words.

He didn’t show any modesty and, accompanied by Zhang Guangming and President Liu, he stepped onto the small stage, where a staff member immediately handed him the microphone.

The audience had already quieted down, with all eyes focused on the stage.

They couldn’t have Wang Ye introduce himself, so Zhang Guangming took the initiative to speak first, saying loudly: "Everyone, please quiet down. Next, we’ll invite our group chairman, Mr. Mikhail, to say a few words. Let’s welcome him with a round of applause!"

Actually, without his prompting, there was already applause from the audience.

Wang Ye smiled as he scanned the room, graciously acknowledging everyone.

When the applause stopped, he said:

"I’m very happy to be able to gather here with everyone today, discussing the future.

Moscow is an international metropolis, Russia is a rapidly developing major power, and Eastern Europe is a huge market full of potential!

Everyone here is a boss, so you naturally have keen insight into the market, understanding its business potential.

Otherwise, you wouldn’t be here today.

As the host, our New Sun Group can offer valuable wholesale markets, as well as comprehensive support services.

This, I believe everyone has already seen.

Furthermore, in addition to my role in the business world, I also assume certain public offices, as many of you know, allowing me to offer some policy guarantees.

In the relatively long period that follows, the country will issue corresponding laws and regulations to protect the rights and interests of all foreign businessmen who invest in Russia and Moscow.

In this regard, we will soon put into place..."

Wang Ye knew very well what these bosses wanted to hear most.

If you do business here, you can make money. This is something that many Russo-Chinese merchants have already proven, and business is good, money is easy to make!

The only issue is that the environment here is rather complicated and things can easily go wrong...

Since he took over the New Sun Group, he has been striving to improve this situation, and indeed has achieved considerable success.

Otherwise, the New Sun Group’s business would not be as thriving as it is now.

Those Chinese business owners who have been doing business here for a long time have already recognized this and thus, they have all increased their investments to grow their businesses as much as possible.

But today’s bosses have just come from China and are perhaps still stuck with impressions of the Russian business environment from several years ago.

Even if they have heard some new information, most of them are probably still sceptical.

So, Wang Ye decided to use his public office to provide some guarantees and dispel their concerns.

The effect was indeed good. After Wang Ye finished speaking, the faces of the audience were beaming with smiles.

Because they had heard what they wanted to hear!

This young man on stage is the Deputy Speaker of the Duma. He wouldn’t casually make promises he couldn’t keep.

Now that he has dared to make these promises in front of everyone, he will naturally fulfill them.

With that, the bosses could relax.

......

What made everyone even happier was when, at the end, Wang Ye said with a smile:

"To welcome everyone to do business here, especially as it’s the first time for all of you, I’ll express my goodwill. As long as a lease agreement for a store is signed before you return to China, rent will be waived for half a year!"

He didn’t say much more. His simple phrase, "rent waiver for half a year," immediately set off a huge cheer in the banquet hall.

This was no small amount!

Now, in the Lyublino Large Market, the monthly management fee plus rent for a shop are generally more than ten thousand US dollars!

Half a year is sixty thousand US dollars, which according to the current exchange rate, is five hundred thousand CNY!

Even if all the bosses present were wealthy, saving a cost of five hundred thousand was certainly welcome news.

Not to mention, some bosses were planning to rent two, three or even more shops at once, so the costs saved would be even greater!

No wonder this young man could hold such a high position, his vision was so broad!

Just look at Manager Zhang Guangming. He promised only two months’ rent relief after much persuasion, and was unwilling to give even a day more.

And then look at Mikhail. As soon as he opened his mouth, he offered a half-year exemption, so generous!

No wonder one is a super-wealthy man and the other can only work for him...

.......

Actually, this can’t be blamed on Zhang Guangming being mean.

After all, he’s just a high-ranking employee, and can’t play with the profits of the boss.

Besides, even if it’s only a two month rent-free period, these bosses would readily agree. Why offer more?

Similarly, it can’t be said that Wang Ye is "foolishly generous," giving up so much profit when he doesn’t need to make such a concession to achieve cooperation.

For one shop to forgo sixty thousand US dollars, for a hundred shops it’s six million US dollars, and for two hundred shops it’s twelve million US dollars...

This sum is a fortune for most people.

But for Wang Ye, it does not make a significant difference, whether a bit more or a bit less. It’s inconsequential.

What he wants is a good reputation, to have these bosses quickly decide to develop here.

In this way, the Lyublino Large Market could prosper at the fastest speed.

Once the popularity explodes, there’s no worry about not making money in the future...

Moreover, with him wearing such a big "hat" and making an appearance, it would be inappropriate not to give everyone a little "surprise."

After finishing his speech, Wang Ye, accompanied by Zhang Guangming and President Liu, sat down at the dining table and the banquet officially began.

Wang Ye did not, like many people thought, just show his face, say a few words and leave.

Instead, he genuinely had a meal with everyone, even specifically following Chinese drinking customs, raising his glass and drinking three rounds with everyone.

Given his alcohol tolerance, this was indeed a major concession. He was really giving face to these "fellows"...."