[ He's still pointedly ignoring the suspicious looks, watching the little eel squiggle its way to freedom. ]

Not necessarily. But if seasoned right, maybe. For us humans, sustenance is usually a lot more important than taste, and something like that wouldn't be near enough to sate my hunger.

[ They're still talking about eels, right.

Eventually, Childe rises to a stand from his squatting position, offering a hand to help Shell up, too. ]

Of course, if you'd rather avoid the water, that's fine, too.