We first meet Gatsby in chapter 3. Jay Gatsby throws this elaborate party in which he invites many interesting people. However, Gatsby doesn't seem to be in sight. All of Gatsby's riches such as his Rolls-Royce or his amazing and well kept library, but Jay seems to be a tough person to spot. With rumors of Gatsby being a murderous Russian spy from the war, Nick feels as if he has to finally meet this mysterious man. Nick finally meets Jay and comes to find out Jay has known him and recognized him for quite some time now because they were in the war together. Gatsby isn't like any of the guests at his party. He does not drink, instead he watches upon his guests. Jay seems to be curious and observant man. Jay knew all about Nick and his time spent in the war while Nick had no idea who he was. Now, Jay is observing all his guests at his party. Almost as if he is studying them. Therefore, I feel as if things are to come. Gatsby seems to be a man who doesn't forget much, a man of the past. Today, focusing on the past is one of the worst things you could do because it seriously effects your future. This could make for a lot of interesting events to come in the story.