Since they are all worn by the Qing Dynasty, you might as well be bold and choose Kangxi!

In the blink of an eye, it was the day of the prince's birthday banquet. Unlike the birthday banquets we attend today, there were many taboos in ancient times, especially in the Qing Dynasty imperial palace banquets.

Jewelry must be suitable for one's status and cannot be worn if it exceeds the limit. There are even strict regulations on materials, quantity and style. Clothes must also be chosen carefully. It must be considered in advance which colors can be worn and which colors may clash with those of the empresses in the palace. The old nanny must also give advice on every little detail.

The Queen Mother also knew this, so she sent someone to ask Nanny Zhang and Nanny Yang to take care of it. So early in the morning, the Shi Nanxi sisters got up and began to prepare.

Nanny Zhang and Nanny Yang also came early.

Among them, Nanny Zhang had been feeling uneasy ever since she was warned by someone sent by the Empress Dowager. She usually flattered Shi Rongyue a lot, and this was an opportunity for her to show off. When she came in, she didn't even look at Shi Nanxi, but went straight to Shi Rongyue.

"Oh, this pink kimono makes the princess look like a peach blossom, but as far as I know, Concubine Yi is also wearing this color today. Why don't you choose pomegranate red, which will make her look beautiful and festive..."

"This headdress is truly luxurious and exquisite. What? It was actually a reward from the palace. Oh my god, it really suits the eldest princess..."

It was bustling over there, but in contrast, Shinanxi's side was particularly deserted, because there was only one dressing table, so naturally it was occupied by Shi Rongyue.

She asked Hongying to place the hand mirror against the table. It was a little small, but she could still see clearly. She was calm about it and did not care about it at all. It was just that their status were different at that time.

"Second Princess, although you have recovered from your illness, you have only just recovered. Your face is still a little pale. Can I put some rouge on you?"

Hongying glanced at the eldest princess, bit her lip, and felt a little sorry for Shi Nanxi.

Shi Nanxi looked at herself in the mirror. She still had neat bangs and a pair of clear almond-shaped eyes vaguely revealed.

When she looked at people, she looked particularly pure and innocent. Her face was not as rosy as Shi Rongyue's. Instead, it was pale and looked very sickly. One could tell at a glance that she was not in good health.

But there is a sense of pitifulness in her appearance. If a woman sees her, she will think she is a scheming white lotus, but a man will subconsciously feel pity for her.

No matter how calm, profound, composed and wise Kangxi was, he was still a man. As a man, he could not escape the bad nature of men, and he pitied the poor and the weak. She shook her head gently.

"No need. I've just recovered from my illness. Even if I put on rouge, it can't cover up the problem of my poor complexion. Don't bother."

But I'm going to attend a birthday party soon, a festive occasion, so I'd better order some lip balm to improve my complexion, so that people won't say I look depressed.

Thinking of this, I remembered that ancient rouge and lip balm were mixed with a lot of heavy metals. I will remind Shi Rongyue one day and wonder if she will do these. If not, I will wait until she is out of the control of her opponent and then study it myself.

Hongying wanted to persuade him again, but then Nanny Yang's voice rang out from behind her:

"Second Princess is right, but we will be attending the Crown Prince's birthday banquet. Civil and military officials, royal relatives and clan members will all be there. The atmosphere will be solemn, so you should pay more attention to your makeup."

"Madam Yang?" Shi Nanxi turned her head and looked over.

Nanny Yang was still serious and stepped forward and said:

"Since Second Princess doesn't want to use rouge, why not try some lip balm to improve your complexion? That way, no one will be able to find fault with you when they see you."

After hearing this, Shi Nanxi prepared to do so without saying anything. She was familiar with the palace rules and regulations, so she naturally knew the etiquette and makeup that should be paid attention to in large occasions.

But Nanny Yang was willing to give some advice, so she was naturally grateful and said immediately:

"Thanks for the tip, mama."

Seeing this, Hongying quickly picked up the lip balm and handed it to Shi Nanxi. Shi Nanxi took it and sipped it in front of the mirror. Soon her pale lips turned rosy.

Behind the mirror, Nanny Yang watched this scene with her eyes slightly moving. She noticed that the lip balm was right next to Princess Shi Er's hand, and it was obvious that she was planning to use it.

However, she did not say anything, but instead performed her duties conscientiously, carefully checking the clothes and makeup, and at the same time reminding people of the things to pay attention to at the banquet.

After everything was ready, Shi Nanxi looked at herself in the mirror. She was wearing a light green Manchu dress with her hair done in a short bun. She didn't wear a lot of pearl hairpins in her hair, but just three or two hairpins at the right places. It looked neat and tidy, but nothing particularly eye-catching.

The only slightly special thing is the earrings, a pair of star earrings with three inlaid on each ear. When she walks, it looks like the stars are blinking.

Nanny Yang also saw it, and she looked at Princess Shi Er again.

Although she had only been in the palace for a short time, after her initial contact, she felt that Shi Da Gege was somewhat unworthy of her reputation. Instead, she felt that Shi Er Gege looked timid, but was actually smart, introverted, and thoughtful, and would definitely have a bright future.

"Why are you looking at me like that, Madam Yang?" Shi Nanxi noticed Madam Yang's eyes and asked casually.

Madam Yang met Shi Nanxi's gaze and said without changing her expression:

"I think the Second Princess looks even more gloomy today than usual."

Upon hearing this, Shi Nanxi took up her handkerchief and covered her lips, smiling with curved eyebrows:

"Mammy, you are joking. I look the same as before. Maybe I am recovering from my illness today and will be attending the Crown Prince's birthday banquet later. I am in high spirits because of the happy occasion."

"Second sister looks more energetic today than usual." At this time, Shi Rongyue walked over holding Zixia's hand.

She was dressed in a pomegranate red cheongsam and a set of expensive and exquisite headwear on her head. She looked magnificent and luxurious.

The makeup is nude, but the lips are painted into flaming red, which highlights the originally dignified and elegant facial features to be enchanting and charming.

And it was obvious that the other party was also wearing a bra today, but compared to Shi Nanxi who only grew from a small bun to a big bun, the other party's bra made it look like it was surging. At this time, she was wearing flower-pot shoes, swinging a handkerchief, and walking towards her with a swaying step, which was really swaying.

Shi Nanxi's eyelashes trembled slightly, and she pursed her lips and praised:

"The eldest sister is the one who makes people's eyes light up and has a graceful manner."

It is really beautiful and stunning, but it is somewhat inappropriate for today's occasion. There are important ministers and royal family members present at the prince's birthday banquet. The other party is the designated prince's consort and has been allowed to attend today as an exception. She is already attracting a lot of attention and should be even more cautious.

Even if you want to pretend, you have to do it in a dignified and serious manner, not in a seductive and charming way.

However, as soon as he saw Shi Rongyue's expression, he knew that she was very satisfied with her outfit today, so he didn't remind her to avoid making trouble.

However, Nanny Yang frowned.

"Today's occasion is solemn. Is there something wrong with the dress that the eldest princess is wearing?"

Shi Rongyue was displeased when she heard this: "What's wrong with that? A birthday banquet is not a Dragon Boat Festival banquet."

After saying this, he turned around gently, looking very pleased with himself.

Aunt Zhang, who was following behind, saw this and quickly flattered:

"I also think that there is nothing wrong with the eldest princess today. On the contrary, she is stunningly beautiful and will surely astound His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"

She didn't want His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to be shocked by her beauty, but Sisi would definitely attend today. If she saw her, what would she think of...

A hint of shyness flashed across Shi Rongyue's face, but this shyness was misunderstood by Nanny Yang and Nanny Zhang.

Upon seeing this, Nanny Yang said nothing more. The girl's heart was of no use in persuading her, so she reminded him that it was getting late. Shi Rongyue came back to her senses and quickly asked Zixia to take the two gifts.

Both gifts were placed in a gilded box and nothing could be seen. Shi Nanxi glanced at the small box and gently lowered her eyelashes. Her expression could not be seen clearly, but her hand stroked her sleeve, where was Kangxi's handkerchief.

When the two men went out of the door, they saw Suocho Luo Jiahui and Li Jiamingxiu who were about to enter the house. Shi Rongyue raised her eyebrows and raised her hand to adjust the ruby-inlaid hairpin on her head. She didn't say a word, but took the provocation to the extreme.

Then he left complacently, Shi Nanxi followed Shi Rongyue with her head down, like a little follower with a very low sense of presence.

Suocho and Luo Jiahui, who stayed behind, didn't even look at Shi Nanxi, but stared at Shi Rongyue's back, their faces turning pale with anger.