Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth
Chapter 853 - 827 Agreed_2

Chapter 853: Chapter 827 Agreed_2

Wang Ye continued, "Then it’s over to the Duma, right?"

Such a finance budget, following the process, indeed involves the government submitting a budget proposal, the Duma reviewing and approving it, and then the government executing it—very straightforward.

Not many departments are involved in the process.

In theory, as long as the government has no objections and the Duma can pass it, then the plan would immediately take effect and be implemented.

Therefore, Kuderin continued nodding in agreement.

Wang Ye analyzed further:

"At the Duma, it’s just a matter of whether the major factions can reach a consensus or manage to garner the majority’s support.

Look, in the increased budget, three hundred billion is allocated to Shao Yigu and Korokolli’s departments. Do you think The First Faction would object?

Similarly, this new amendment was proposed by me. Would The Third Faction oppose it?

As long as our two factions can agree, could the budget proposal fail to pass?"

After his several consecutive questions, Kuderin suddenly realized the logic. Indeed, it made sense!

After all, Shao Yigu and Korokolli are core members of The First Faction!

Now that Mikhail is increasing the budget for their departments, it’s like giving benefits to The First Faction. Not only would they not oppose it, but they would also support it fervently.

And Mikhail is the Party Leader of The Third Faction with significant influence within the faction. Its members wouldn’t dream of contradicting him on this matter.

That would be The First Faction and The Third Faction joining forces to push through this new spending budget proposal. How could it possibly not pass!

...

After Kuderin left in high spirits, Wang Ye went straight to Grezlov’s office.

He still had to secure The First Faction’s approval.

Otherwise, the new expenditure budget would indeed be challenging to get through the Duma.

Once he arrived at Grezlov’s office, Wang Ye explained the situation in detail.

In a sincere tone, he said, "Our finance budget is too low. It’s not in line with our country’s international status! We must increase the spending budget, otherwise it will be difficult for various agencies to operate normally."

Grezlov, who deeply shared the sentiment, nodded solemnly and sighed, "You’re telling me. It’s a shame our revenue is so low, though. Increasing the budget by so much all at once, could it lead to...?"

"Not at all! I have enough confidence that next year’s finance revenue will see a significant increase! The government’s revenue estimates are too conservative. They might not be fully aware of the trends in the international energy market. According to my prediction, global energy prices, including crude oil and natural gas, as well as various metals, will all soar next year! Hence, our finance revenue will be higher than expected,"

Wang Ye declared firmly.

Seeing his certainty, Grezlov obviously wouldn’t doubt him, especially since in the energy field, Wang Ye is a true expert!

Having control over Yukos Group today, and also having shares in Russian Gas Industry Group—these two companies basically represent the entire Russian energy industry...

Plus, Wang Ye’s past performance has been enough to prove his vision and capabilities. Grezlov wouldn’t be foolish enough to question Wang Ye’s judgment on this matter.

He happily said, "If Misha, you are confident, then what more is there for me to say? I will definitely support you! After all, increasing the finance budget benefits everyone."

Certainly, Shao Yigu’s Safety Bureau and Korokolli’s Ministry of Internal Affairs are staunch supporters of The Kremlin!

They are within the sphere of influence of The First Faction.

Out of the increased finance budget, The First Faction got the biggest piece of the cake!

Although Grezlov was aware that Wang Ye and Shao Yigu, Korokolli had a close relationship, it didn’t matter.

After all, the money wasn’t for Shao Yigu and Korokolli themselves. In the end, it was still to be used for the Safety Bureau and the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

...

Having gained Grezlov’s support, Wang Ye relaxed considerably.

Being the Chairman of the Economic Committee, he had significant authority over the review of the government’s finance budget.

Now with the support of the largest faction in the Duma, him and Grezlov cooperating, who in the Duma, be it person or faction, could challenge them?

The government, of course, wouldn’t have any objections either this matter was basically settled!

So, after returning to his office, Wang Ye made calls to Shao Yigu and Korokolli, sharing the good news with them.

Both had been eagerly awaiting the update from Wang Ye, and upon hearing that everything went smoothly, they were overjoyed.

They proposed to have dinner that evening in unison, wishing to treat Wang Ye as a token of their gratitude.

This was also part of maintaining contacts; naturally, Wang Ye wouldn’t refuse.

The venue for the party was still the usual place, Turandot Restaurant...

...

After work, Wang Ye first dropped Rossiyana home and then instructed the fleet to head for Turandot Restaurant.

Before getting out of the car, Rossiyana specifically reminded Wang Ye not to drink too much.

Having been together for so long, Rossiyana had finally pinpointed Wang Ye’s biggest "flaw"!

That was, his low tolerance for alcohol...

Wang Ye laughed and promised her, as he himself wasn’t fond of drinking. Even during gatherings with Shao Yigu and Korokolli, he would at most sip some red wine and wouldn’t touch vodka or the like.

With his current status, of course, no one would dare to force him to drink if he didn’t want to!

Upon arriving at Turandot Restaurant, the waitstaff were already awaiting at the entrance.

He was a regular customer of this restaurant and a "VVVV...IP" client!

With Wang Ye’s rising status, everyone from the boss to the waiters at Turandot knew him.

They even took pride in Wang Ye’s frequent dining at the restaurant!

The private room Wang Ye usually reserved was specially kept just for him and was no longer open to other customers.

Even when Wang Ye wasn’t dining, it remained empty, and no other customers were allowed in...

Of course, Wang Ye hadn’t let Turandot suffer losses. Not only did he dine there often, but business receptions for the Yukos Group were also held there.

Getting sidetracked, led by the attentive waiter, Wang Ye arrived at the familiar private room.

Shao Yigu and Korokolli had already arrived early, and were smoking and drinking tea while chatting as they waited for him.

Seeing Wang Ye come in, the two got up quickly, greeting him with smiles.

"Haha, our great hero is here, take a seat and rest, you’ve worked hard," Korokolli said with a hearty laugh.

Shao Yigu added from the side, "Although we both are nowhere as rich as you, we’re treating you to dinner tonight, Misha, order whatever you like. Even if it costs me a year’s salary, I won’t even frown!"

Of course, they were joking.

Even though Shao Yigu’s salary was indeed not high, if Wang Ye were to order some expensive dishes, it might really cost Shao Yigu a year’s salary.

But given the high positions Shao Yigu and Korokolli occupied, how could they only rely on a fixed salary...

However, he wasn’t entirely making it up, their wealth compared to Wang Ye’s, was indeed a far cry!

Wang Ye greeted them with a laugh, sat down, took out a pack of cigarettes, lit one, and started conversing with the two.

He briefly went over his discussion with Kuderin and Grezlov, then smilingly asked, "Is one hundred and fifty billion Ruble enough for your needs? But if it’s not enough, there’s nothing that can be done, any higher would be too difficult to manage."

Shao Yigu and Korokolli were thrilled, repeatedly saying it was more than enough.

Indeed, in the original expenditure budget, their departments only had between three to five hundred billion Ruble. Now with a sudden increase of one hundred and fifty billion, their budget for next year would be much more comfortable!

To ask for more would seem too greedy...

...

While they were having a jovial conversation, Grezlov was having dinner at the Kremlin with Puding.

The topic they discussed was also related to Wang Ye and the finance budget for the next year!

After Grezlov recounted the day’s conversation with Wang Ye, Puding raised an eyebrow in surprise, "Does Misha have that much confidence in next year’s finance revenue? Is he certain that energy prices will continue to rise?"