Julian’s POV
Amber’s cheers struck straight through me, igniting a spark that had started to dim as Roman got his punches in. For a moment there, I had thought that I might actually lose this fight. But hearing Amber’s voice, knowing she wants me to win – now I was sure that I couldn’t lose.
Just as Amber’s words empowered me, I could see them have the opposite effect on Roman. Looking up at Amber on the balcony, his shoulders fell and his entire demeanor seemed to deflate. A blow to his confidence was incredibly for me, and I was eager to make use of this new advantage.
I jumped forward, forcing Roman into a grapple. His hands were on my shoulders, and mine were on his. He shoved me left as I shoved him right.
In the past, this might have resulted in him having the upper hand, but t
