Virgin River : Episode 43

When nurse practitioner Mel moves to a remote town in northern California looking for a new life, she's startled by the welcome she receives.

After finding an abandoned baby on Doc Mullins's doorstep, Mel and her boss argue over whether to call Social Services or find the newborn's mother.

Mel considers being a temporary foster parent to Chloe while grappling with her own grief. Jack works to convince her to stay in Virgin River.

Hope's health scare prompts a difficult conversation with Doc. Charmaine asks Mel uncomfortable questions. Paige keeps secrets.

Under pressure, Mel and Jack respond to a medical emergency on a remote illegal pot farm. Charmaine and Hope exchange words.

Mel gets a surprise visitor just in time for the town's big dance party. Jack continues to suffer flashbacks from his time in the military.

Preacher happens upon a secret. Mel's memories threaten to overwhelm her. Jack has a sincere talk with Charmaine about their relationship.

A storm causes a town power outage and everybody gets together at Jack's bar. Mel grapples with her revelation. Preacher investigates Paige.

Hope urges Jack to read Charmaine's letter. Preacher confronts Paige with his new knowledge. Mel and Doc work together on a pressing case.

Charmaine tells a stunned Jack to make a decision while Mel is left reeling and Hope is filled with guilt. Meanwhile, Paige opens up to Preacher.

Jack asks Mel for help when Charmaine experiences a complication in her pregnancy. Hope insists that Doc keep their relationship a secret.

Despite Mel's efforts, Charmaine's stay at Hope's house gets off to a rocky start. A situation involving Paige's past intensifies unexpectedly.

Mel endeavors to help an uncooperative Charmaine get hydrated while thinking about what transpired with Jack. Calvin offers Brady a new job.

The town attends the annual picnic where residents engage in friendly competition, romantic tiffs and —as far as Mel is concerned — too much gossip

Jack's war memories haunt him when he reunites with his Marine friends. Mel struggles to handle conflict with her sister-in-law.

Mel grapples with how to honor Mark ahead of the anniversary of his death. Jack's stress leads him to bad decisions. Hope apologizes with pie.

When police find a body in the woods, Preacher worries about the implications. Charmaine and Jack work on a birth plan with Mel.

While Jack helps Mike zero in on Calvin, Mel and Doc investigate a mysterious outbreak that could be related to food poisoning. Hope learns a secret.

Mel searches desperately for Jack, who has stumbled upon disturbing news. Jamie makes Preacher an enticing job offer. Hope questions Doc's loyalty.

Mel tracks down Brady to find out more about Spencer. Hope answers Doc's question. Preacher makes a life-changing decision.

Mel attempts to avoid celebrating her birthday while remembering the past. Doc confirms his troubling diagnosis and begins looking for his replacement.

Ricky and Lizzie struggle to find privacy. Doc worries about Hope, who may be stuck in a hurricane. Mel offers Jack an enticing invitation.

Lily divulges a devastating secret to Mel. Brie gets to know Brady better and admits something to Jack. Lizzie's ex surprises her.

Doc and Mel help Christopher and Preacher with a medical emergency. After an angry confrontation, Jack focuses his energy on a romantic gesture.

Mel is taken aback by Doc's news after they interview a new doctor. To Jack's chagrin, Todd makes a bold request. Lily makes a difficult revelation.

Jack and Mel argue about their relationship and their future while competing in the Lumberjack Games. Brie opens up about her painful breakup.

Jack meets with a custody attorney and his stress begins to overwhelm him. Brady gets brought in for questioning. Muriel offers Doc advice.

Heartbroken, Mel heads to LA to support Joey at her divorce hearing. More of Jack's memories return. Lily asks her friends to care for her children.

The town says goodbye to a dear friend. Brie suffers a loss of her own. Mel and Jack discuss what should happen with their relationship.

Jack makes a momentous decision as Mel grapples with how to share surprising news. Doc is plagued with concern. Preacher meets with Paige's friend.

Mel seeks medical care, with a nervous Jack by her side. Hope's confusion puts Doc in a tough position. A new doctor joins the practice.

Jack and Brie's father causes friction when he comes into town. An incident at work affects Mel. Doc gets to know his unexpected visitor.

Mel plans a dinner for Cameron to meet Jack, but plans go awry. Connie warns Lizzie to be careful with Denny. Preacher befriends his aikido teacher.

Hope's concussive symptoms continue, frustrating both her and Doc. Meanwhile, Mel asks Preacher to help her surprise a stubborn Jack.

After Hope and friends sew the costumes, Lizzie and Ricky rehearse for the Renaissance Fair. Brie and Mike team up to investigate who paid Brady's bond.

The Renaissance Fair kicks off. Mel worries about Jack after a familiar face triggers painful memories. Denny watches Lizzie and Ricky perform.

Joey arrives with some shocking news that has Mel questioning her sister's judgment. Jack brainstorms a new revenue stream.

Mel plans a surprise for Joey but is distracted by her concern for Jack. Lizzie struggles with telling Doc what she saw in Denny's drawer.

Mel deals with the aftermath of Jack's disappearance while also getting troubling news from Stacie. Mike and Brie continue their search for Calvin.

Charmaine asks Jack for support at the baby shower. Mel has a tough conversation with Cassandra. Preacher worries about Christopher after their call.

Vernon and Hope argue about seeking in-home care, Mel confronts Cameron about his odd behavior, and Jack gets his glamping Airstream up and running.

Mel and Jack finally receive the results they've been waiting on. Lizzie organizes a send-off for Ricky before speaking to Denny about his secret.

Doc and Cameron try to run the clinic together. Mel supports Ava through a personal dilemma. Jack confronts Charmaine. Brady seeks a second chance.

Mel makes an exception for a former patient. Brie opens up to Brady. Preacher meets a charming firefighter. Jack goes mountain climbing with Denny.

Doc confides in Denny. Hope's spa day takes a turn. A desperate Brady reaches out to Mike. On a camping trip, Mel and Jack learn more about each other.

As danger closes in, Jack, Hope and other residents take action. A discovery puts Mel on edge. Brie sees a friendly face after a tense day in court.

Mel and Jack race to bring Ava and Chloe to safety. As the crisis intensifies, Brady defies Preacher, while Hope proposes a plan to save Virgin River.

The devastation brings revelations and reconciliations as the community attempts to rebuild and lift each other up after the fires.

After a girls' night, Mel struggles to let go of her fears. Kaia opens up to Preacher. Mike and Brady set aside their differences to nab a criminal.

Mel and Jack explore other possibilities for their future. Brady follows Melissa and lands in an awkward position. Romance is in the air at the clinic.

Tensions escalate as Brady, Jack and Mike get caught in the crosshairs of an illicit scheme. More surprises emerge for Mel, Denny and Preacher.

As the holidays get underway, visiting relatives bring drama to town. Mel and Jack try to track down the author of the mysterious letters to her mother.

Shocking news and unexpected gifts are in store on Christmas Eve as couples and families come together despite their differences.

Mel wants to honor her mom at the wedding and asks for Everett's help. Brady and Lark celebrate his settlement. Preacher's trial begins with a twist.

Everett reveals the story of how he met Mel's mother. Preacher faces a life-changing choice. The sewing circle plays matchmaker for Muriel.

A familiar face returns to town with surprising news. Preacher awaits his fate. Mel meets with Doc to discuss her new plan. Brady puts Lark on the spot.

Old tensions and buried feelings emerge when Mel and Jack's pre-wedding parties get a little rowdy. Lizzie and Denny are uncertain about their future.

Mel and Jack's fathers meet for brunch, leaving Everett with second thoughts. Doc makes a heroic move. A routine prison visit raises Brie's suspicions.

After Mel and Jack run into a paperwork glitch, Jack visits Mandy — and admits a past mistake. Kaia knows Brady's secret. An old nemesis makes threats.

Everett takes Mel to a place that's dear to his heart. Brie confesses to Jack after helping Charmaine. Brady's past haunts him, and Mel lashes out at Doc.

Hope directs the rehearsal and helps Jack patch up a spat. Brie and Mike reach a major milestone. Everett sets out to finish his heartfelt gift.

Jack and Mel's wedding day gets off to an emotional start. The truth comes out about Doc and Everett. Hope's temper could cause trouble for Doc.

While their guests wait, Mel confesses her fears to Jack. Brady has a rude awakening, Mike and Brie have a serious moment — and Doc gets stunning news.

Mel and Jack weigh Marley's offer — and debate honeymoon destinations — as they begin married life together. Brie and Mike confront their issues.

Marley assesses Jack's fatherhood potential. Doc struggles to hold back when a patient seeks help. Brady searches for Lark — and his money.

Mel, Jack and Marley examine more than the wares at a local flea market. Hope's campaign against Grace Valley hits a snag at a town hall meeting.

Jack and Mel prepare their unfinished home for a visit from a social worker. Brie does Brady a friendly favor. Doc takes a swing at something new.

Mel makes an unexpectedly dangerous house call. The sewing circle shares their concerns with Kaia. Hope and Doc get high on memories of young love.

An abrupt arrival threatens to upend Mel and Jack's plans. Kaia and Brady team up to tackle a wildfire. Preacher makes an ambitious proposal.

Doc faces off with Dr. Hayes at a pivotal medical board hearing. A baby shower pushes Lizzie to her breaking point. Clay opens up about his past.

Clay tries to buck his troubles by entering a high-stakes rodeo competition. Brie tracks an unlikely new lead in the search for Charmaine.

Eager to escape their worries, Mel and Jack embark on their honeymoon, where a freewheeling day trip takes a surprising turn.

The town gathers for a festive Founder's Day, where Hope stages a last-ditch effort to preserve Virgin River. Mel and Jack receive life-changing news.