I traveled through time and became the Queen of Ancient Dian

War drums beat, horns blew through the sky, and the news of an army of 100,000 barbarians approaching was like thunder, causing a stir in the ancient Dian Kingdom.

Bao Na was ordered to reorganize the troops and prepare for battle.

However, the real battlefield was not at the border, but within the ancient Dian Kingdom.

The sixth brother of Murong Merchant was so jealous when he saw that Baona's foreign trade was thriving that his eyes almost popped out of his head.

He secretly created obstacles and instigated merchants who were already dissatisfied with Bona's plan to expand trade to spread all kinds of rumors.

"Baona wants to take away all our business!", "Doing business with barbarians will sooner or later lead to a wolf entering the house!" For a time, the business atmosphere in ancient Dian became tense, and Baona's trade plan seemed to have returned to the difficult situation it was in at the beginning.

Baona didn't plan to waste time talking to them this time, so she just used her ultimate move!

She threw out a thick stack of trade agreements and trade volume growth data, and slammed it on the table, "Open your eyes and look! This is all pure silver!" Those businessmen who were fooled by Murong merchants were dumbfounded when they saw these tangible benefits.

The fat businessman who had been shouting the loudest at first now had his face turn red and white, like a chameleon.

"This...this..." He hesitated for a long time and couldn't explain it clearly.

Another lean merchant, his eyes rolling, immediately changed his expression, rubbing his hands and smiling apologetically, "Master Baona, we were short-sighted before and failed to recognize Mount Tai! You are a magnanimous person, please don't hold it against us!"

Seeing these fence-sitters swaying with the wind, Baona sneered in her heart but remained calm on the surface.

"Everyone," she said slowly, "it's not too late to regret now. Follow me, and I guarantee you'll make a fortune!"

Seeing this, Murong Shangren was so anxious that he jumped up and down, "Don't be fooled by her! She..."

"Shut up!" A merchant who had been instigated by Murong Merchant suddenly shouted, "Mr. Murong Merchant, stop spreading rumors here! We are following Lady Bao Na now, and the benefits are obvious! What about you? Besides making us pay with you, what else can you do?!"

Murong the merchant was speechless and his face turned pale.

At this moment, Shangguan Xingshang came over with a smile and patted Baona on the shoulder. "Sister Baona, it seems that you are still very popular!"

Baona smiled slightly, "Brother Shangguan, the best is yet to come."

Shangguan Xingshang gave her a meaningful look and said, "Oh? What else is going on? Tell me about it."

Baona smiled mysteriously, "The secret cannot be revealed." She turned to look at the merchants who were still hesitating, "Everyone, have you thought it through? This is your last chance."

A businessman gritted his teeth and stepped forward, "I'll join!"

"I'll join in too!"

"And I!"

More and more businessmen began to switch sides and join Baona's camp.

Murong Shangren's face was as pale as an eggplant hit by frost, completely wilted.

Shangguan Xingshang looked at this scene with a meaningful smile on his face.

He walked over to Murong Shangren and whispered, "Brother Murong, it seems that your 'kingly aura' has completely lost its effectiveness..."

Murong Merchant: "..."

In the distance, there was a sound of hurried horse hooves... Someone shouted: "News from the border..."

Baona looked at the army of fence-sitters turning to her side, feeling nothing in her heart, and even felt like laughing.

Murong Laoliu really shot himself in the foot. Now he has lost both his wife and his army.

She coughed lightly and put on the airs of a business woman: "Since everyone is so supportive, let's make money together! Let's make a fortune!" When everyone heard this, they were immediately excited, as if they saw mountains of gold and silver waving at them.

Murong the merchant hid behind the crowd, his face looking uglier than if he had eaten a fly.

He originally wanted to take this opportunity to bring down Bao Na, but he didn't expect to end up hurting himself.

Now, he has become completely notorious in the business world of ancient Dian Kingdom. Who would dare to cooperate with him in the future?

The more he thought about it, the angrier he became. He could only escape in disgrace, fearing that he would be recognized and ridiculed by the crowd.

When they were about to set off again for the border trading post, the Queen came to see them off in person.

She was dressed in gorgeous clothes, looking elegant and graceful, but she could not hide the reluctance in her eyes.

Walking up to Baona, the Queen gently took her hand, ran her fingers lightly across the back of her hand, and said softly, "When you leave, my heart will follow you."

Baona felt warm in her heart and held the Queen's hand.

This sudden tenderness caught her off guard, but she also enjoyed it immensely.

She opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but didn't know where to start.

At this moment, the sound of hurried horse hooves came from afar, breaking this brief warmth.

A soldier galloped over, dismounted, knelt on one knee, and announced loudly, "Report! News from the border trading post..." He paused, his face solemn, "The Sima tribe leader and the Xiahou customs officer are fighting over Zhuge's guards!"

When Baona and her group arrived at the border trading post, the scene before them almost blinded their titanium dog eyes.

Wow, this is no longer the deserted little station it used to be, it’s now a bustling and prosperous international metropolis!

The shouts of vendors from various stalls can be heard one after another, and the dazzling array of goods is overwhelming. If you don’t know, you might think you have traveled to some ancient Yiwu small commodity wholesale market.

When the merchants around saw Bao Na, they looked at her as if they had seen the God of Wealth descend to earth. They were so excited that they wanted to kowtow to her on the spot.

"Boss Bao! You're here! Our business has been booming since you came last time!" A smiling merchant rubbed his hands, as excited as a puppy wagging its tail to beg for mercy.

Another traveling merchant quickly came over and said, "Yes, yes, Boss Bao, you are the lucky star of our border trade! Your arrival has made our wallets feel fatter!"

Baona was a little flattered by the sudden praise, but she quickly calmed down.

"Keep a low profile, this is all the result of our joint efforts." She waved her hands modestly, but was secretly happy in her heart: I am just this outstanding sister, there is nothing I can do about it!

However, the good times did not last long. Just as everyone was immersed in joy, the sound of hurried horse hooves broke the harmonious atmosphere.

"Report! A large group of robbers is coming!" What?

Robbers?

This plot is going in the wrong direction!

Baona’s inner thoughts: Did the screenwriter get the wrong script?

I saw a group of ferocious robbers, waving shining swords in their hands, rushing towards us aggressively. If you didn’t know them, you would think they were here to participate in the ancient Dian annual Cosplay competition.

Zhuge guard remained calm in the face of danger. With a command, he led the guard team to fight quickly.

For a moment, the scene was filled with the flashing of swords and the shouting of killing, and it was extremely chaotic, comparable to the scene of a costume action movie.

Although the escort team was well-trained, they were helpless against the large number of robbers, each of whom was like a chicken with its blood injected, rushing forward recklessly.

Seeing the guard team gradually losing the upper hand, Baona's heart was in her throat.

At this critical moment, a miracle happened!

The vendors and people around spontaneously picked up various "weapons" such as carrying poles, hoes, brooms, etc., and attacked the robbers from the side.

This sudden "divine assist" directly disrupted the robbers' formation and caught them off guard.

The guards seized the opportunity and launched a fierce counterattack, eventually defeating the group of reckless robbers.

Looking at the defeated and fleeing robbers, Baona breathed a sigh of relief.

She walked up to Guard Zhuge and patted his shoulder. "Well done!" Guard Zhuge blushed and said with his head down, "It's all for protection..." He paused, his eyes falling on Shangguan the merchant who was not far behind Baona. "Protecting the safety of the trading post." Baona followed his gaze and saw Shangguan the merchant looking at her with a smile, his eyes...

It seems like there's something extra.

Baona's heart skipped a beat, and a subtle feeling came over her.

She was about to speak when she heard Shangguan Xingshang say, "Boss Bao, this time it's all thanks to you, otherwise we would have..." Bao Na waved her hand, "This is the result of everyone's joint efforts, it's all thanks to you!

"She secretly thought in her heart: Could it be that Shangguan Xingshang has taken a fancy to me?

Although I am full of charm, this is a critical period for my career, so I should put aside the romance for now.

Merchant Murong came over sourly and said sarcastically, "Boss Bao is really good at this. It's only been a few days, and you've already bribed all these unruly people." Bao Na glanced at him sideways, "Boss Murong, you talk as if I'm involved in a pyramid scheme.

Is there anything wrong with mutual benefit and common development?

"Mr. Murong was speechless and could only walk away in shame.

The Sima tribe leader came over and bowed to Bao Na, saying, "Boss Bao, thanks to you, we were able to repel the robbers and save the trading post. Our Sima tribe is willing to cooperate with you to develop trade together."

Bao Na was overjoyed. It seemed that the leader of the Sima tribe was a sensible man!

"Happy cooperation!" She stretched out her hand and shook hands tightly with the leader of the Sima tribe.

However, things did not go so smoothly.

When Baona led the caravan to the next tribe, the Xiahou tribe, for trade negotiations, she encountered a tough opponent, the customs officer of the Xiahou tribe.

This Xiahou customs officer is simply a stingy person who never spends a penny.

He made an exorbitant demand, requiring Baona to pay a high tariff, otherwise her caravan would not be allowed to enter the territory of the Xiahou tribe.

Bao Na argued with reason, but Customs Officer Xiahou remained unmoved and acted as if to say, "What can you do to me?"

Just when the negotiations reached a deadlock, Guard Zhuge suddenly leaned close to Baona's ear and whispered, "Boss Bao, I have an idea..."

After hearing Guard Zhuge's plan, Baona's eyes lit up and a sly smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.

"Xiahou Customs Officer," Baona cleared her throat. "Since you insist so much, then we will..." She paused and looked at Xiahou Customs Officer meaningfully. "We will do as you say."

Upon hearing this, Customs Officer Xiahou showed a smug smile on his face.

He was about to speak when he suddenly heard a noisy sound coming from outside...