He tentatively touched it with his tongue.
Other than the saltiness of the seawater, there was no particular flavor.
Braving a small bite, he found the meat softer and more tender than he expected, with a fine, fibrous texture.
The overall taste was sweet and savory, with a familiar feeling.
"..."
"Crab!"
"Yes, this flavor... it's a bit like king crab legs!"
His eyes lit up. He never imagined this bizarre-looking little creature would taste like this.
'No wonder people risk their lives to harvest this stuff, and why its market price is so high.'
'They're probably just curious and want to try something new.'
"This stuff would be perfect to sell at a seaside restaurant. Tourists on vacation are always looking to try novel foods. It could be a great gimmick to attract customers."
Tossing aside the rest, his interest was suddenly piqued, and he began harvesting large quantities of these 'parasites' from the reef.
