 One day at Frank's mill, Scarlett and Ashley are seen embracing by Ashley's sister, India, and harboring an intense dislike of Scarlett she eagerly spreads rumors.Later that evening, Rhett, having heard the rumors, forces Scarlett to attend a birthday party for Ashley.Incapable of believing anything bad of her, Melanie stands by Scarlett's side so that all know that she believes the gossip to be false.