From cannon fodder villain to superpowered queen

Bi Yao responded and followed the butler to a magnificent mansion.

The butler lowered his voice mysteriously: "Miss Bi, my master is the president of the chamber of commerce in the neighboring town. This is a rare opportunity for you!" Bi Yao nodded, but secretly thought to herself: A rare opportunity?

I think there will be many challenges.

It's unbelievable that a 21st-century business elite like her has to beg and plead in a fictional world. How the tables have turned!

To open up commercial channels to neighboring towns, one must gain the approval of the local nobility.

This is similar to how you have to please the NPCs to clear a dungeon in a game.

After several twists and turns, Bi Yao finally obtained the ticket to visit Madam Su Wan'er.

This lady is a well-known "fashion trendsetter" in the neighboring town. She has a sharp eye and discerning taste. It is said that the things that can get her to nod in approval are even rarer than super rare (SSR is a game term, which is translated here as super rare).

Bi Yao took a deep breath and stepped into the Su residence.

Lady Su Wan'er reclined on a carved chaise lounge, dressed in gorgeous clothes and adorned with jewels, a veritable real-life "flower of wealth and nobility".

She glanced at Bi Yao casually, her eyes revealing a hint of scrutiny.

"This is the small businessman from that town?"

Her voice rose slightly at the end, her tone full of disdain.

Bi Yao's inner monologue: Sister, you're going to lose me so easily if you keep doing this!

She maintained a polite smile on her face: "Mrs. Su, hello. It's a pleasure to meet you. This is just a small token of my appreciation." Bi Yao presented the prepared gift, a set of fine silk.

Madam Su Wan'er glanced at it disdainfully, "That's it?"

She picked up the silk, casually flipped through it, and said with a tone full of disdain, "Even our maids don't use this kind of thing."

Bi Yao's heart skipped a beat, and she thought to herself: This lady seems to be even more difficult to deal with than the rumors say!

Bi Yao suppressed the urge to roll her eyes and continued to show off the other goods she had brought. Without exception, they were all met with merciless criticism from Madam Su Wan'er.

"This design is so outdated!" "The material is incredibly cheap and poorly made!" "How dare they even put something like this out there?"

Bi Yao felt her blood pressure soaring. This wasn't being picky; it was public torture!

Just as she was about to lose her composure, Madam Su Wan'er suddenly spoke up: "These things you brought are no different from garbage in my eyes. However..." She paused, a playful smile curving her lips, "I heard you've come up with some new gadgets recently?" Bi Yao smiled slightly, knowing that this "worldly beauty" was not so simple.

"Madam Su has a good eye. I have indeed brought some interesting things." She mysteriously took out an antique item from the brocade box she carried with her. It looked like an ordinary wood carving, but it exuded a rustic charm.

Madam Su Wan'er raised an eyebrow, a hint of interest flashing in her eyes.

"What is this? A piece of broken wood?" Her tone remained disdainful, but her eyes were fixed on the wood carving.

Bi Yao calmly explained, "Madam Su, this is no ordinary wood carving. It was made by a reclusive master five hundred years ago, using a special carving technique that is said to gather the spiritual energy of heaven and earth and protect the home." As she spoke, she pointed to the patterns on the wood carving, recounting its history and cultural value as if telling an ancient legend.

Madam Su Wan'er's initially nonchalant expression gradually turned serious as she carefully examined the wood carving, her eyes filled with inquiry.

"Oh? Is it really that magical?"

Bi Yao smiled slightly and threw out an even bigger "bait": "Madam Su, think about it, owning such a unique antique can not only highlight your status and position, but also bring you good luck. Isn't that killing two birds with one stone?"

Madam Su Wan'er was moved by Bi Yao's words. She showed great interest in the antique and her attitude changed completely.

She set aside her previous arrogance, and her tone softened: "Miss Bi, you are indeed quite capable. I really like this wood carving."

The servants around her were astonished by the change in the lady's attitude, their jaws nearly dropping to the ground.

Is this still the picky Mrs. Su they know?

Madam Su Wan'er stood up, walked to Bi Yao, and took her hand affectionately: "Miss Bi, there is a gathering at my residence tonight, with nobles and celebrities from the neighboring town. Please come along."

Bi Yao was secretly delighted, knowing that she had successfully entered the aristocratic social circle.

She nodded gracefully in agreement: "Then I shall respectfully comply."

Madam Su Wan'er smiled mysteriously, leaned close to Bi Yao's ear, and whispered, "There's going to be a good show tonight..."

The banquet at the Su residence was a microcosm of high society, with wine glasses and tokens mingling together, and the fragrance of wine complementing the beautiful women.

Bi Yao was dressed in a simple and elegant dress, but she couldn't hide the confident glow emanating from her.

She chatted and laughed, full of humor, and every gesture she made exuded elegance, as if she was born to belong to this circle.

"Miss Bi is truly young and accomplished!" A wealthy businessman raised his glass to Bi Yao, his tone full of praise and admiration.

"Not at all, Mr. Li, you flatter me." Bi Yao smiled slightly and raised her glass in return.

Zhou Zheng, who had previously made things difficult for her, now shamelessly approached her, saying, "Miss Bi, I apologize for any offense I may have caused. I hope you can forgive me."

Bi Yao glanced at him indifferently, "Mr. Zhou, you're too kind." (Thinking to herself: Hmph, now you know how to be polite?)

What did you do early?

The news spread like wildfire throughout the neighboring town.

Bi Yao successfully entered the aristocratic social circle and became the focus of everyone's attention.

Many businessmen have taken the initiative to express their goodwill and seek opportunities for cooperation.

Bi Yao responded to each person who came, making a mental note of each one.

She was one step closer to her goal of five hundred taels of silver.

In the bustling banquet hall, Bi Yao felt a sense of loneliness and isolation.

She thought of Jiang Ruiyuan, the man who encouraged and supported her during her most difficult time.

If only he could see what he has achieved now.

She stroked the small wooden carving that Jiang Ruiyuan had given her, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.

This little item may not be worth much, but it is her most precious treasure.

"Yaoyao, you're amazing!" She seemed to hear Jiang Ruiyuan's voice in her ear.

Bi Yao took a deep breath and held the small wooden carving tightly in her hand.

She knew she couldn't get caught up in romantic love between men and women.

She has more important things to do.

Despite making groundbreaking progress in the neighboring town, Bi Yao did not let her guard down.

The five hundred taels of silver were still nowhere to be found, and Xiao Wuhen's threat remained.

The future is full of unknown challenges, but she is not afraid.

She looked around, her eyes firm and confident.

"This is just the beginning..." she said softly, a mysterious smile playing on her lips.

Suddenly, her gaze focused on an inconspicuous figure in the distance...