I traveled through time and became the Queen of Ancient Dian

Baona and Zhaoyang Ruyue walked side by side on the streets of the royal city. The noise of celebrating the victory gradually faded away, replaced by the subtle sounds of city life.

The cries of vendors and the sounds of children playing interweave into a melody of daily life in ancient Dian.

However, Baona's brows were slightly furrowed, with a hint of worry hidden in her eyes.

Although the decree of religious reform has been issued, the roots of the old faith are still deeply rooted in this land.

She saw an old woman at the street corner bowing devoutly to an ancient totem; not far away, several young people gathered around a sacred tree, chanting ancient spells in a low voice.

These images are incompatible with the concepts of the new faith, just like two completely different colors of paint blending together, appearing mixed and contradictory.

"Ruyue, look..." Baona stopped and pointed to the sacrificial ceremony taking place not far away. "The road to reform is more difficult than we imagined."

Zhaoyang Ruyue followed Baona's gaze and her expression became solemn.

She understood that the real challenge had just begun.

At the same time, in a hidden courtyard in the royal city, Priest Sikong was having a secret conversation with several Zhuansun believers.

The dim light reflected on his gloomy face, and there was a gleam of unwillingness in his eyes.

"Remember, the new faith is but a flash in the pan," said the Sikong priest in a low and bewitching voice. "True faith flows in our blood and is engraved in our bones. No one can change it!"

He pulled out a stack of papers covered in strange symbols from his sleeve and distributed them to the Zhuansun believers present. "Post these talismans throughout the city to bring those who wavered back to the embrace of God!"

The believers of Zhuansun took the talisman with fanatical expressions on their faces, as if they had received some kind of divine inspiration.

All of this was seen by Bao Na who was observing secretly.

She clenched her fists, her knuckles turning white, and an uncontrollable rage surged in her heart.

"They..." Baona gritted her teeth, "They actually..."

Zhaoyang Ruyue held Baona's hand and signaled her to calm down.

"Don't be impulsive," she whispered, "We must find solid evidence before we can completely eradicate these remaining forces."

Baona took a deep breath and tried to calm the anger in her heart.

She knew that this battle of faith was far from over...

As night fell, the royal city gradually fell into silence.

A dark shadow silently shuttled through the streets and alleys, sticking the talismans in his hand in conspicuous places one by one.

The talisman emitted a strange light, as if silently telling some ancient secret...

Baona stood in front of the window, looking at the twinkling lights in the distance, and felt an inexplicable uneasiness in her heart.

"Ruyue," she turned around, her eyes determined, "We must act quickly..."

Baona threw the data report in her hand onto the table in annoyance. The papers were scattered, just like her chaotic thoughts at the moment.

The promotion of the new belief is far less than expected, and the support rate curve remains stubbornly dormant, like a sleeping beast, refusing to wake up.

She paced back and forth. The room was filled with read books and scrolls. The air was filled with the smell of paper and ink, mixed with the faint lavender scent of Bona, but it could not cover up the suffocating anxiety.

Zhaoyang Ruyue and Wumeng Tianlong also sat silently by the side, both of them looking unhappy.

Wumeng Tianlong's fingers tapped on the table again and again, making a dull sound, while Zhaoyang Ruyue pursed her lips tightly, her eyes fixed on the reports scattered on the ground, her brows furrowed.

"Could it be...we are really wrong?" Baona murmured to herself, with a hint of despair in her voice.

Just then, a burst of hurried footsteps broke the silence in the room.

Missionary Zhang Du walked in quickly with a hint of excitement on his face.

"Good news!" He raised the parchment scroll in his hand. "Religious scholar Sikou and theologian Duanmu have made a new breakthrough!"

Baona suddenly raised her head, and a spark of hope rekindled in her eyes.

Inside the religious research room, religious scholar Sikou was passionately explaining the deep interpretation of the new faith. His voice was loud and infectious, and every word was like a nail, firmly nailed into the hearts of the audience.

He sometimes waved his arms, sometimes clenched his fists, with wisdom flashing in his eyes, like a general commanding thousands of troops, leading everyone to victory.

Theologian Duanmu stood aside, adding a few words from time to time. His deep gaze seemed to see through all the mysteries of the world, and his tone was calm and philosophical, like a wise man guiding a lost lamb.

Baona listened attentively, and wrote quickly on the paper with the pen in her hand. Lines of beautiful handwriting, like jumping notes, recorded this feast of thoughts.

The new theoretical system, like a flash of lightning, cut through the haze that shrouded her heart and pointed out the direction for her to move forward.

"This...this is simply perfect!" Baona stood up excitedly, her eyes flashing with excitement.

She felt like she was holding a sharp sword in her hand, a sword that could cut through all obstacles!

Suddenly, a guard's voice came from outside the door: "Lady Baona, Her Majesty the Queen invites you to the palace garden for a chat..." Baona followed the guard to the palace garden. The rich fragrance of flowers filled the air, refreshing her heart.

The ancient Queen of Dian is strolling among the flowers, dressed in gorgeous clothes, like a fairy descending to earth.

When she saw Baona, she smiled sweetly, her eyes full of tenderness.

"Bona, you're here."

"Your Majesty." Baona bowed respectfully.

The queen gently took Baona's hand and strolled among the flowers.

"How is the promotion of the new faith going?" Her voice was soft, like a spring breeze.

Baona reported the recent situation and new theoretical achievements one by one. The Queen listened carefully and nodded in approval from time to time.

As the sun sets, the golden afterglow shines on the two of them, adding a touch of warmth.

"I believe you, Baona." The queen looked at Baona with gentle eyes.

This trusting look made Baona feel warm in her heart.

She took a deep breath and strengthened her belief.

The next day, Baona brought her new theoretical findings to the largest religious activity site in the city.

People have already gathered here, looking forward to it.

Baona stood on the high platform, facing the dark crowd, with a great sense of pride in her heart.

"People of ancient Dian!" Her voice was clear and powerful, echoing throughout the square.

She explained the new theoretical system in a simple and engaging way.

The people listened with rapt attention.

After the speech, the crowd broke into thunderous applause.

A relieved smile appeared on Baona's face.

She knew that the seeds of new faith had been sown and would eventually bear fruit.

That night, Baona stood by the window, looking at the flickering lights in the distance, her heart full of hope.

However, at this moment, a dark shadow flashed by at an astonishing speed, leaving behind only a gust of cold wind...

"Who?!" Baona shouted alertly, but she only saw the empty night.