With a look of disgust, Noah cautiously approached the motionless body of the Sand Angler. Once a formidable creature, it now lay deflated and lifeless. As he knelt down beside it, the metallic scent of blood mixed with the sweet fragrance of the oasis, creating a sickening combination.
Turning to the system, Noah inquired,
"System, what should I do next? Should I simply skin it and then cook it?"
A monotone response echoed in his mind,
[For the meat, yes, but for a greater effect on your mana, you must consume the gallbladder raw.]
Noah's stomach churned at the thought of eating a raw gallbladder. The mere idea brought a wave of nausea crashing over him.
For a moment, he contemplated defying the system's suggestion and leaving the creature to decay, seeking nourishment elsewhere. However, the memory of his past struggles and the constant need to become stronger and survive gnawed at him.
