it was mid afternoon, a breeze passing the two of you as you sat on the porch swing. it was release day, and you could tell vessel was nervous about how his fans would react to the new music.

when it got posted, he took a break from his phone so he wouldn’t be too obsessed with the numbers. he opted to spend his day with you, relishing in the comfort and enjoyment of your company.

he sighed, the arm around your waist pulling you closer into his side. you’d listened to the song way before he’d released it, and you thought it was great— told him he had no reason to worry. “do you think it’s too long for a single?” he asked as his thumb rubbed small circles to your hip.