Becoming a Russian Oligarch After Rebirth-Chapter 952 - 876: The New Faction (Part 2)
Listening to him emphasizing his identity as the Grand Duke of Romanov, could it be that he has some connection to the Romanov family?
Seemingly noticing Rossiyanaโs confusion, Stekhov explained:
"Last time, Your Grace, you and Chairman Mikhail became engaged and announced the return or the Romanov family. I saw the news afterward and, unfortunately, missed the opportunity to witness the ceremony of you inheriting the Grand Duke title in person. ๐๐ฟ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐จ๐๐๐.๐๐ ๐
However, I was both shocked and delighted at the reappearance of the Romanov family.
Because, during the time the Romanov family ruled this country, that was also one of our nationโs most glorious periods!
What a pity...
I thought the Romanov family had no living descendants, but it turns out there is still the existence of your family.
I wonder if the Grand Duke of Romanov is aware that among the common people, there is a substantial force hoping for our country to return to that splendid era of the Romanov Monarchy!"
At this point, Stekhov paused briefly, observing Rossiyanaโs expression.
Rossiyanaโs face still wore a smile, composed, listening patiently to Stekhovโs explanation.
Stekhov nodded to himself, it truly seemed that she was the legitimate heir of the Romanov family; such demeanor and cultivation were far beyond ordinary people!
Rossiyana was not without reaction to his words, but she did not believe any of it was possible!
What kind of joke was that, to return to the era of the Romanov Monarchy?
Perhaps there were some among the public who thought so, but what percentage could that be, ten or twenty percent?
There isnโt a substantial public opinion base at all!
Besides, Rossiyana herself had never considered returning to the era of Tsarist Russia; the present was fine.
Her father-in-law firmly occupied the Kremlin, and her future husband had considerable sway in the Duma!
Together with her husbandโs vast business empire and the extensive contacts her family had cultivated over a long period.
That wasnโt too different from returning to the era of Tsarist Russia...
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"So... what does this have to do with me?" Rossiyana asked, feigning ignorance.
Of course, she had grasped Stekhovโs intention, but there were some things she couldnโt say and some actions she couldnโt take, so she had no choice but to play dumb.
Stekhov, however, didnโt care about all that and bluntly stated, "We all hope the Grand Duke of Romanov will stand up and lead us to reclaim what the Romanov family has lost!"
Wow, that startled Rossiyana.
Was this a call to rebellion...
But there was absolutely no need!
At that moment, she could not concern herself with anything else, quickly gesturing with her hands, "Such words must not be spoken carelessly! The Romanov Monarchy has long become a thing of the past, it canโt return to that era, and modern society does not permit that kind of... that kind of situation."
Stekhov smiled faintly, speaking unhurriedly, "No, youโve misunderstood me. I am not intending to overthrow the current state, only that there is such a force among the people, hoping you will become the representative of this force and appear on the political stage!"
Rossiyana breathed a sigh of relief, you should have said so earlier...
She was somewhat tempted by Stekhovโs suggestion.
Having often acted as the administrator of Wang Yeโs faction, Rossiyana understood the considerable power of a faction with a common belief.
As for the force Stekhov mentioned, she had heard of it, and even among the current Duma Congressmen, there was this so-called "Tsarist faction"!
If she could really gather these people and form a faction to participate in the Duma Election.
It would be no exaggeration to say that it might even challenge the position of the Third Faction!
This would indeed be a force that could not be ignored...
And this would also be a great opportunity for her to stand on her own, to truly begin her political training and to accumulate her own qualifications.
Furthermore, the Kremlin and Wang Yeโs side would probably not object to her doing so.
Wang Yeโs faction, to put it in less flattering terms, is the "swing faction," neither left nor right โ pragmatism reigns supreme!
In the current political arena of Russia, if we were to divide factions based on their ideological principles, then there would be three major factions: the Liberals, the Hilarwick Group, and the swing faction led by Wang Ye, which could also be called the centrists.
The strongest faction is represented by the Kremlin, the Hilarwick Group!
This is an authoritative collective made up of numerous power departments, mainly including the Federal Security Bureau, the Procuratorate, the courts, the Police Department, the Ministry of Defense, and local forces, among others.
These power departments together form the Hilarwick Group, with the Kremlin as the groupโs supreme decision-maker.
Inside this group, everything is dominated by power.
In foreign policy, they tend to lean towards developed countries in Europe and America.
But they do not unconditionally or unprincipledly tilt towards developed countries in Europe and America; instead, they cooperate with them while insisting on putting the national interest first, hoping to reconcile and seek mutual development with the other side.
Russia even considered joining the European Union and NATO...
The Kremlin has also been tirelessly pushing its energy resources towards the Europe Region, hoping to use this as a means to forge closer ties, tying interests together and making energy the ballast of bilateral relations!
Unfortunately, despite their efforts, they didnโt reap much in return...
The second strongest is the swing faction represented by Wang Ye.
They place utmost importance on pragmatism and in foreign relations, they hope to keep a good relationship with both sides, offending no one.
Their priority is to unite with the Slavic brethren around them and focus on developing the nationโs economy and strengthening their own power first.
The Liberals, who were once quite powerful, have seen their power slowly wane in recent years.
They are represented by the Moscow Faction, which includes the former oligarchs.
They unconditionally and unprincipledly lean towards side X...
As for the Tsarist faction mentioned by Stekhov, they have not yet emerged in the upper echelons of the political scene, and can only be said to have a decent grassroots foundation.
Now he has come to seek Rossiyanaโs support, hoping that Rossiyana herself will lead them to gain a voice in the political arena.
Stekhov is not foolish, or rather, he is very smart.
He is not blindly loyal to the Romanov family; after all, he wasnโt even born in the year of the Romanov Monarchy.
But he understands that Rossiyanaโs political resources and her conditions make her the most suitable candidate for the party leader of the Tsarist faction, without a doubt!
Perhaps some in the Tsarist faction wish to return to the era of Tsarist Russia, while others are nostalgic for the Former Soviet Era, but ultimately their purpose is the same โ to restore Russiaโs former glory!
Thatโs when Rossiyanaโs identity plays a very important role, even achieving an effect akin to a "banner."
This is the sole legitimate heir of the Romanov family!
Once this banner is raised, the people of the Tsarist faction will naturally rally around it.
In addition, Rossiyana has incredibly substantial resources behind her, including funds and power.
Her family, father-in-law, fiancรฉ...
No need to go into details, right?
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"So, you mean to establish a new faction? However, the Duma just completed the transition, and to participate in the election again, it will take several years," Rossiyana said, spreading her hands.
Although she was moved, she did not show it too obviously, she still wanted to see what else Stekhov had up his sleeve.
Stekhov spoke earnestly, "The Duma is only part of the power, and we donโt need to focus solely on it. You know our country is made up of so many states and autonomous regions, and the governors and state councils of each state are also important components of national power.
Moreover, our like-minded comrades are currently mostly in cities below, doing some grassroots work.
Therefore, once our faction raises its flag, we can start by tackling the elections of the governors and state councils of various states.
Step by step, we accumulate strength from the bottom up.
In a few years, when the Duma has its next legislative turnover, our strength should have grown enough to vie for as many Duma seats as possible..."
