AN: This story is based on an off-Broadway musical called I Love You Because. I know it's not original, but I was listening to the soundtrack today and I thought that it would be the perfect story!

Each chapter is titled after one of the songs from the show. There will be 18 chapters in total. A lot of the dialogue will be from the songs. If you get a chance to listen to this show, I highly recommend it! No, they aren't busting out into song while they are walking around New York. Also, some of these chapters may be shorter than others. This chapter in particular isn't very long.

All credit goes to Stephanie Meyer for the characters, and to Ryan Cunningham and Joshua Salzman for the music.

Let me know what y'all think!

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Chapter 1: Another Saturday Night In New York

'Dear Victoria,

Life is like a see-saw:

It's a lot more fun with someone else.'

"She is going to love that! I am a master of greeting card writing," Edward said to himself, eyeing the small card that he made for his girlfriend, the love of his life: Victoria. Victoria was the most beautiful girl that he had ever seen, and he planned on spending the rest of his life with her.

Glancing up at the clock, he saw that he was right on time to head to her place for their Saturday night date. He stands, making his way into the bathroom to check his appearance once more.

"Brushed my teeth in the shower, shampooed twice," he mutters to himself, bringing his hands to check his hair, again, to ensure that it is perfect. He had cleaned and primped for an hour, before applying his Old Spice deodorant to ensure that he was perfect for their date.

Grabbing his suit jacket, card, and keys, he heads out to go and pick up the love of his life. It's just another Saturday night in New York. He slipped his arms into his jacket, placing the card in the inside pocket, and his keys in his pants pocket as he turned out of his apartment's courtyard.

As Edward walked down 86th, he began to run through the evening he has planned with Victoria. 'We're off to have dinner and drink some wine.' Picturing the love of his life, a smile spread across his lips. Every night he felt like a winner because Victoria was his. Sometimes it felt like he was flying so high that he couldn't even see the ground and that people could see him all the way down the Long Island Sound. He sighs, smiling to himself. It's just another Saturday night in New York.

There was something about New York City that Edward loved. It's like the city itself was funny. After all, when you're in love, everything seems perfect. Even the cabbies honk their horns in a perfect symphony. You could tip your hat to the ladies and they smile at you. Even every 'Up yours!' 'Screw you!' and 'Watch it, jerk!' was in perfect harmony.

As he walked, Edward saw the flower shop that he stopped at every Saturday to grab a bouquet for his love. He smiled, knowing that they will put a smile on her face, just like they do every time. He exits the shop and continues the short walk to Victoria's apartment. 'All is perfect. What can go wrong? When I die, can I bring the whole city along?' he thought to himself. He checked his watch and saw that he was still making good time.

As he rounded the corner in front of her apartment, he paused to look at his reflection in a car window, ensuring that his copper colored hair was still perfect. He always wanted to be perfect for Victoria. He adjusted his suit, taking the time to make sure that his tie was straight as well. He approached the steps to head inside of her building just as an older woman was exiting. He grabbed the door, holding it so that the elderly woman could walk straight out. He stepped in, allowing the door to shut behind him. As he ascended the stairs to her second floor apartment, Edward couldn't help but smirk at the thought that he was going to be with Victoria for the rest of his life.

He reached the second floor landing in no time and saw that her door was cracked open. She must have assumed that he would be there shortly. Granted, he hated how unsafe this was. New York City isn't exactly the safest city in the world. He sighed, shaking his head before opening the door and stepping in.

There are times in our lives that we can prepare for. However, what Edward saw next could not have been expected. She was the love of his life, how could she do this? The flowers dropped out of his hand and hit the floor with a soft thud as his jaw dropped.

"What the fuck, Victoria?!" he yelled as he felt his world crumbling around him.

"Edward?" Victoria asked, covering her body quickly, her eyes as wide as saucers. Edward could feel his heart shattering as he gaped at his girlfriend.

"Who in the fuck is this?!" Edward shouted, his eyes glancing over the other man that was in bed with his girlfriend. The man who had his naked girlfriend riding on top of him.

"Edward, I'm so sorry that you had to find out this way," Victoria mutters, removing herself from atop the gentleman.

His heart hammered in his chest as he began to take steps away from the scene before him. He couldn't be there anymore.

Turning out of the apartment, he took the card from his pocket, and set it on the table next to the front door. He closed the door behind him, and made his way back out to the street.

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