It was only then that Aunt Wang understood. So, the bride's family didn't want the jujube cakes to eat them, but to use as an offering. They were a symbol of good fortune, representing the wish for a healthy son to be born soon.
That sounded pretty good. If her daughter-in-law could get pregnant soon and give her a chubby grandson, she would be delighted.
However, they were made with white flour and red dates. It pained Aunt Wang to think that after using so much flour, the cakes could only be used as offerings.
But then she thought, her son would only get married once, so it was worth it. Even though she felt a bit of a sting, she could accept it.
The other party was satisfied with the jujube cakes, which meant Gu'er's task for the day was essentially complete.
She glanced at the sky. It was almost three in the afternoon. She bid Aunt Wang farewell and started her walk back.
