Hanging around the middle of the Atlantic is pretty scary alone! But when it is for the purpose of catching fishes, then things would turn pretty charming as well. But as you mentioned, even a drop of blood can be smelt and traced by the shark from around 40+ miles radius, that surely describe the sheer experience in such weather.
Yet, where fear is attached, its the place where meaning is there to win all. Sometimes, such relaxing and exciting events do refresh us, hopefully your wound heals soon and take care of your dry feet, use white socks for a better moisture once you cover your feet for a long time.
Good luck, 👍