Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 838 - 820: Grand Ceremony

Chapter 838: Chapter 820: Grand Ceremony

Today, the Kremlin, as solemn and serene as ever on the outside.

What’s special is that it’s closed to tourists, barring entry to any uninvited guests, as there’s said to be an important event taking place within.

At the center of the Kremlin, the Angel Gabriel Cathedral, had been freshly painted, showcasing snow-white walls and golden domes.

Outside the church, a long red carpet had been laid, stretching directly into the grand hall of the church.

On both sides of the red carpet stood two rows of honor guards dressed in red ceremonial uniforms and topped with high golden caps.

This ceremonial guard attire is rarely seen, neither the type for military parades nor the kind for Puding’s swearing-in ceremonies at the Kremlin, but rather reminiscent of those seen during the Tsarist Russia period at the palace.

It must be said that some thought was put into today’s ceremony by the Kremlin.

The choice of honor guard, neither presumptuous nor lacking in dignity and significance.

Emphasizing a festive mood!

Considering Rossiyana and Mikhail’s statuses are now far from simple, plus the complex relationships and interests at play behind them, today’s engagement ceremony becomes particularly important.

The engagement ceremony serves as a platform for various forces to express their demands and attitudes.

To satisfy all parties is no easy feat.

Gavriil’s hair must be greying by the minute over the past week...

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Wang Ye’s motorcade today had "privileges," being able to drive right up to the front of the Angel Gabriel Cathedral and then walk down the red carpet into the grand hall.

There are two parts to today’s ceremony.

The first part will be relatively brief, which is Rossiyana’s inheritance of the Grand Duke title.

This could also be viewed as the formal announcement of the Romanov family’s "return."

Right afterward will be the engagement ceremony, the main event of today!

During the first part, Rossiyana is the protagonist, with Wang Ye merely attending as an observer.

On the surface, it may seem as if Rossiyana is today’s "focal point," as she plays a key role throughout.

But in truth, everyone is well aware that without Mikhail, had Rossiyana’s betrothed not been Mikhail, it’s uncertain whether today’s ceremony would be as grandiose or even take place at all...

When Wang Ye’s motorcade arrived at the small square in front of the church, a considerable number of guests had already gathered.

Mostly acquaintances, they were all from a relatively small circle; the guest list wasn’t extensive, with just over a hundred invitees altogether.

Last night, Rossiyana told me that the British Royal Family, the Spanish Royal Family, and the Danish Royal Family promptly accepted the Romanov family’s invitation, sending quite influential representatives to the ceremony.

From the British Royal Family came Prince Charles, the first in line to the throne, colloquially known as "the Crown Prince," a figure of considerable stature.

The other royal families sent the first in line grass-roots figures, reflecting their respect for the recently emerged Romanov "relatives."

Of course, it might also be they recognized that the Romanov family is about to welcome a "dragon-riding son-in-law" and thus looking to curry favor.

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When Wang Ye’s motorcade stopped, everyone outside the church turned to look.

They were all old acquaintances who immediately recognized that today’s "main characters" had arrived!

True enough, when the car door opened, Wang Ye emerged with a bow.

Several old friends quickly approached to greet him, including Shao Yigu and Korokolli.

Shao Yigu, reaching him first, embraced Wang Ye firmly, laughing as he spoke, "Congratulations, Misha, today is your big day! I’ll make sure to give you your wedding gift later."

Korokolli’s face also shone with happiness, "You and Rossiyana are really together after all. I told Shao Yigu long ago, you two are well-suited. But who would have thought that Rossiyana would turn out to be a descendant of the Romanov family, even a Grand Duchess! You two are an even better match now, haha."

Wang Ye, with a shy smile on his face, responded, "Her family status is something I’ve only learned about in the past few days, but that’s not important, after all, the Romanov Monarchy is long gone, and now it’s nothing more than an empty title."

While standing outside chatting with a few old friends, Gavriil hurried out of the church, pacing briskly.

"Misha, please come in quickly, the Title Inheritance Ceremony is about to begin, and we’re just waiting for you!"

After speaking, he extended his right arm, signaling Wang Ye to walk up the red carpet.

Wang Ye straightened his clothes and stepped onto the red carpet, as the honor guards on both sides simultaneously raised their ceremonial rifles, chins held high.

Proceeding in a measured pace on the red carpet, Wang Ye felt a subtle sensation.

Although there weren’t many people present, the "center of attention" feeling coupled with the gradual ceremoniousness, stirred some excitement...

Apart from Wang Ye’s red carpet entrance, the rest of the attendees entered the grand hall through the side doors.

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The church may not look large from the outside, but the grand hall was quite spacious and the interior decoration distinctive.

Highlighting one aspect: eye-catching opulence!

Wherever one looked, there was golden splendor...

The decorations and murals on the walls were all gilded, and the chandeliers overhead glimmered brilliantly, possibly made of pure gold.

Even the several large doors, from top to bottom, were golden, likely covered in a layer of gold foil...