Why I Took The Blame for Killing Myrtle

After the confrontation in the city, I allowed Daisy to drive home, as she was anxious and felt that driving would calm her down. As we were driving back home, the car struck Myrtle, killing her instantly. Daisy had not seen her right away and was unable to stop the vehicle. I knew that I was going to be taking the blame for Myrtle's death; I wanted to take the blame. Since we were driving my car, I was sure Tom and Mr. Wilson had already suspected that I struck Myrtle. I also did not want anything to happen to Daisy, I had still loved her even if she did not love me; I would always love Daisy, no matter what. I even wanted to stay outside and make sure that Tom did not hurt Daisy and that Daisy was okay. I had also still wanted to stand on the deck watch for the green light. I had stood out there until four o'clock in the morning, waiting for her, but nothing had happened. Nick had suggested that I move away and forget about Daisy, but I could never imagine leaving her. I had still loved Daisy and would do anything for her.

What I was Thinking... When Tom Buchanan Confronted Me about Daisy

We were at lunch at Tom and Daisy's house with Nick and Jordan. I already had the idea that Tom had disliked me, so I had to be careful of what I said or did. Daisy had suggested that we all go to town, since it was a very hot day. She then looked at me, and told me that she loved me, right in front of her husband. Things were beginning to feel awkward, as she kept going on about how nice I looked. I did not know what to think about the situation. Tom then stood up and began walking, "If we're going to go to town, let's start." The girls went upstairs to get ready, and it was just us three, Nick, Tom, and I. I could tell that Tom was not pleased. I had to be careful about what I could say there. However, once we've made it to the city and settled into the suite, Tom Buchanan asked the question, "What kind of a row are you trying to cause in my house anyhow?" I had known that Tom had known about Daisy and I having an affair, or at least had an idea of what was happening, and I was honestly glad that he had brought it up. I took this time to tell him that Daisy did not really love him and that she loved me. I had told him that she had only married him because he was rich and that she was tired of waiting for me to return. Tom was feeling very angry at this point. Daisy then admitted that she loved Tom and did not love me. I could not believe it. I knew in my heart that I was the one Daisy wanted, no matter what she said. Daisy wanted me and she was going to leave Tom.

Why I Wanted Nick to Invite Daisy over for Tea

Ever since I had met Daisy, everything I had done had been for her. First, I had lied about my background to convince her that I was worthy of her love, which had worked for a while, as she said she would wait for me until the war was over. However, she had decided to marry Tom Buchanan while I was still away. He was actually a wealthy man who had come from a wealthy family. He was everything she could have ever wanted, and I was not. Some years later, I had acquired my fortune for her, I had moved to West Egg to be close to her, and then i began hosting elaborate parties to attract her. Everything, all of it, was for her, Daisy Fay. She was the girl of my dreams; everything I had ever really wanted, it was her. All I wanted and needed was her. After all these years without her, I felt like I needed to see her again; I wanted to reunite with her. I needed to see her again and I felt like I had my chance. I had asked Jordan to ask Nick if he could invite Daisy and I over for tea, but to not tell Daisy that I would be there. I wanted the tea to be at Nick's house because I also wanted her to see my mansion; I really wanted to please her. I was so afraid that Nick would decline or feel offended by me asking him to host the tea, but fortunately enough, he agreed.

What I was Feeling... When I Reunited with Daisy

The day had come that I would be able to see Daisy again after many years. I don't think I've ever been so nervous before in my life; what if Daisy no longer loves me like she used to years ago? What if everything goes wrong? Everything had to be perfect that day no matter what. Although I was nervous, I was also ecstatic to once again be in the presence of Daisy Buchanan. She was everything I had ever dreamed of. I was getting more and more nervous by the minute. I could not believe I was about to see Daisy again. As four o'clock approached, I felt discouraged as I began to believe that she would not show up, but alas, Daisy Buchanan pulled into the driveway. As soon as I saw the vehicle, I went outside. This is when I began to feel the most nervous and most anxious. I was not ready to see Daisy yet. However, as soon as she settled into the living room, I decided to go back inside, although I was still quite tense. When Nick opened the door, I walked straight into the living room, and there she was. I could not believe that that was really her. We both started to feel awkward, as we did not really know what to say to each other. She then said, "I certainly am awfully glad to see you again," in which I replied, "We've met before." If I did not feel awkward already, I then accidentally knocked over Nick's clock. I felt so anxious at the time that out of the one thousand things I wanted to say, I could not say a thing.