“Virgin River” is one of the most beloved shows on Netflix.
As the series progresses, viewers learn that Mel has a heartbreaking backstory, perCountry Living.
Through flashbacks, fans learn that Mel was married to a doctor named Mark Monroe (Daniel Gillies).
The couple were madly in love and wanted to start a family.
They eventually got pregnant, but the pregnancy ended in a stillbirth.
As the couple fought, their car was struck by a truck; Mark suffered fatal injuries.
Mel became a widow, who blamed herself for her husband’s death.
This caused her to leave the big city.
During Season 3, Mel continued to feel pulled toward motherhood.
She wanted a child and told Jack that she’s ready to be a mother.
Their conversation sent the pair over the edge, and they agreed to split.
Mel then left Virgin River to visit her sister.
Mel decided to have the embryos implanted and later finds out that she’s pregnant (viaPureWow).
Of course, some paternity drama is on the way as Season 4 draws near.
She tells her boyfriend that she’s pregnant, but there’s a twist.
She’s not sure that he’s the father of her unborn child, perTV Insider.
Jack looks confused and heartbroken by the news, and fans were left with a huge cliffhanger.
However, the question of the child’s father isn’t going to have Mel feeling down.
She’s finally getting the baby she’s always wanted.
“For years she yearned to be a mother, and her dream is one step closer to reality.
Hopefully one will be provided over the course of the12 new episodes.
