Nanli remained oblivious to Qing Xu's intentions.
With the Empress's birthday banquet approaching, Madam Shen planned to bring her into the palace, using the opportunity to let everyone know that she had been found and had spent these days learning proper etiquette.
Nanli was clever and quick to learn, leaving Shen with no worries.
On the day of the banquet, she was awakened early and allowed the maidservants and Yuanbao to dress her up.
Wearing the same embroidered golden silk dress as before, adorned with a delicate golden crown and a pair of exquisite emerald bracelets, Nanli now understood why those noble ladies always needed assistance when entering and leaving places.
Her physique was fine, so the attire didn't tire her, but she had to be careful with her movements and seating, as any rudeness would be deemed uncivilized.
This made it difficult for her to walk, open her hands, or even stand comfortably.
Chu Hanlin and Madam Shen escorted Nanli into the palace.