The Strongest Curse Master

Chapter 116: Dragon's Breath

Chapter 116: Dragon's BreathAce cautiously peeped through the window, his heart sank but his mind eased, finding his father, Uncle Dan, and his friend were using the shooting range that, unfortunately, happened to be right outside his window. His cheeks burned with embarrassment as he instinctively dropped to the floor.

'Thankful no one was there to witness me army crawling on floor like a fool in

"You sure?" Luke asked, still wary.

Dan gave a nod of affirmation. With a resigned sigh, Luke passed the shell to Ace and took a few cautious steps back—this wasn't his first rodeo, and he knew better than to stand too close.

Ace accepted the round with a small nod, carefully inserting it into the chamber. Aligning the rim of the shell with practiced ease, he gently closed the shotgun's action. Taking a steadying breath, he raised the weapon, aiming toward the range. Just as he prepared to remove safety, Alwin stepped forward and handed him a pair of shades, "Here." 

Ace slipped the shades on with a small grin, took a steadying breath, and removed the safety—Bang—the shotgun roared again, the fireball even more dazzling this time. Smoke curled in the air as Ace held his stance, unaffected by the weapon's recoil.

With his enhanced stats, the kickback felt negligible. Lowering the shotgun, Ace's lips curled into a satisfied smirk. He silently thanked his Apex Earring's passive effect, which made him an expert in firearms—even though this was his first time handling one.