There wasn't much fat in people's diets these days; meat and fish were a rare sight.
When Gu Jiaojiao brought over the bone soup, Aunt Zhao quickly refused it.
"Jiaojiao, take this bone soup back for yourself. We don't need it."
Gu Jiaojiao stood her ground. "Auntie, this is for Sister-in-law Xiu Hua. She had that scare with the baby, so she should get some nourishment. It's nothing special, really. I just saw some meatless bones in the County Town and figured I'd buy them since the Qiushou is so exhausting for everyone."
"It's nothing fancy, so please just take it! Besides, Tie Zhu brought me snacks yesterday, and I accepted those."
Since Gu Jiaojiao insisted, Aunt Zhao had no choice but to take the bowl. "In that case, I'll be thick-skinned and accept."
Gu Jiaojiao had given a generous amount, enough for two or three bowls. The bone soup had been simmered until it was rich and milky-white, and it smelled absolutely delicious.
