Their story is worthy of a fairy tale. Jean-Francois and Melanie both live in Ardèche, not far from each other. However, the 48-year-old sheep farmer had to participate in Love is in the meadow 2021 for them to meet. And, instantly, it was love at first sight. A divine idyll which is, unsurprisingly, still relevant today.
It is together that they came to the results of the show, the first part of which was broadcast on Monday, November 22. The opportunity to discover that originally, the beautiful Ariègeoise was not looking for love. “I had completely closed myself off to love. I thought I didn’t deserve it don’t need it“, Melanie confided to Karine Le Marchand. She nevertheless tried her luck and she did well. She was returning from a long trip abroad of 5 years, during which she helped sick children and, while she was with her family, she discovered an article where it was explained that Jean-François was going to participate in Love is in the meadow. Her sister was convinced he was the man of her life.
Seduced by the farmer, she sent a letter and was selected for speed-dating. A moment out of time for the lovebirds. They then very quickly exchanged their first kiss, when Mélanie came to Jean-François. The contender was quickly validated by her two children. And her mom Michelle, who was reluctant about her participation because she was afraid of losing him, also adopted her immediately. “She claims me now. She claims me“the 40-year-old brunette joked.
Today, they intend to enjoy life together. For the time being, they are not expected to have a child. “What I want is that we have a common desire and that we both bring it. This is the prettiest I find“, said Mélanie who will not be unhappy if she does not give life.