In chapter 2, the author conveys a scene of Nick and Tom on the Train headed to the Bronx. In order to get to the Bronx, the train they were first had to stop at the valley of ashes, the midpoint between West Egg and the Bronx. When the train made a stop at the valley of ashes, Tom ordered Nick around and announced what it is they are going to do; these are clear indicators of Tom's nature and continue to mark him as the story continues. He’s a character that looks down on everyone else. He always has to be in control. After Nick and Tom get off the train they proceed to go towards George Wilson's repair garage. There is an abundance of information that can be deduced from Tom and George's Interaction. He plays with George, saying that he won’t
