Create an alternate ending to the novel. This ending can be what you hoped would happen, what should have happened, etc. This alternate ending must be a narrative told from Nick’s perspective just like the novel. It should take place after a main event or other turning point in the story. It should provide a logical conclusion to the novel, as a whole. All character speech, actions, feelings, etc. should be kept intact. Like the novel, description of settings, reactions, inner thoughts, and dialogue should all be present. There should also be at least one mention of a symbol from the novel. This should be at least 5 pages long, typed, 12pt. standard font, double spaced.
Title: The Great Gatsby: An Alternate Ending
Chapter XX - Beyond the Green Light
The swirling emotions within me refuse to dissipate as I make my way, once again, down Long Island towards my humble West Egg abode. The rain yearns to wash away the remnants of the twisted affair that has unfolded before me. Daisy Buchanan, the enigmatic figure that ignited a spark within my soul, has slipped through my fingers once more. Her ill-fated choices have shattered not only her life but also the lives of those entangled within the circle of her charm.
As I reflect upon the events that unfolded with Jay Gatsby, the man who embodied the American Dream, I can't help but feel an overpowering desire to rewrite the narrative of this tragedy. Though I am compelled to record this alternate ending, I must confess that even in my wildest dreams, reality offers little hope for a happy conclusion.
Gatsby's demise, a result of the toxic web of deceit spun by Tom Buchanan and Daisy, left me shaken to my core. Their callousness towards Gatsby's life and destiny disgusts me. I yearn to rewrite the script of their lives, to provide a logical conclusion to the chaos that burdened our hearts.
After the funeral, Daisy retreats further into the realm of her privileged existence, using her wealth as a buffer against her guilt. As I approach her East Egg mansion, a sense of determination washes over me, challenging the stagnant course of events to unfold.
The grand entrance of the Buchanan estate looms before me, an imposing facade that hides the darkness within. With Gatsby's mansion gleaming across the water, mirroring the green light that once symbolized his unattainable dream, I climb the stairs, heart pounding.
The familiar voice of Daisy drifts towards me through the open window. I hesitate, poised on the precipice of a moment that could forever alter the trajectory of our lives. I take a deep breath, steeling my resolve, and enter the room.
Daisy's expression shifts from surprise to a quiet apprehension. The symbolism of the green light begins to envelop me, reminding me of Gatsby's unwavering belief in the possibility of redemption and love. In this alternate ending, I seize the reins of destiny, determined to offer Daisy a chance at a different future.
"Daisy," I begin, my voice measured yet laced with a newfound determination, "we cannot escape the past, but we have the power to shape our future."
Her eyes, once filled with love for both Gatsby and me, now demonstrate a weariness that reflects the heavy burden she carries. With each word, I strive to puncture the bubble of denial, coaxing her into acknowledging her responsibility.
"I implore you, Daisy, to choose a path separate from the destruction that chains you. Embrace the truth, no matter how painful it might be. Let go of the facade and reconcile your heart with what remains."
Daisy's gaze softens as a tear glistens, ready to fall. The weight of her choices and the havoc they have wrought loom over her, pressing her towards a decision that could uplift not only her life but also the lives of those she holds dear.
As we sit amidst the moonlit room, shadows dancing around us, the tale of Gatsby and his undying love resonates with a bittersweet finality. Would Daisy, in this alternate ending, find the strength to confront the demons that haunt her emotions? Will she have the courage to break free from the chains of her past?
Only time will reveal the trajectory of our fates, for we are all bound by the choices we make. Yet, within this alternate ending, there remains a glimmer of possibility—a flickering hope that the green light can guide Daisy into a future unburdened by the ghosts of the past.
Whether my words would amount to a catalyst for genuine change or be forgotten like ashes in the wind, only time will tell. But, I leave Daisy with a final plea, "Choose wisely, dear Daisy, for free will is both a gift and a responsibility we must all bear."
And with that, I retreat into the night, allowing Daisy the space she needs to make the choice that will shape her destiny. It is a bittersweet goodbye, a moment of inconclusive resolution. Yet, even as I fade into obscurity, my belief in the possibility of redemption lingers on, entwined with the ghostly memories of Jay Gatsby and the green light that forever illuminated his hopeful, unattainable dream.