Sometimes, music can save you. But on a day like Valentine's Day, music can lead you to realize how deep a wound you already have – even if you hide it every other day of the year. This short drabble in Edward's voice is for Valentine's Day and takes place before Edward met Bella.

Carlisle was alone, but more than that, he was lonely. He came to Central Park on a spring day in 1902 to be one in an anonymous sea of souls, but instead, found a kindred spirit - one who would change his outlook and encourage him to find a home.