The Delinquent’s First Love Chapter 28 has actually already been released! English translation groups like Rinko Comics and Nyx Scans updated this chapter over the weekend on Saturday, May 2, 2026. If you are tracking the series for the upcoming weekend updates, the newest chapter (Chapter 29) will drop this coming Saturday, May 9, 2026.
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Why The Delinquent’s First Love Chapter 28 Matters
The Delinquent’s First Love (also known as A Gangster’s First Love or 양아치의 첫사랑) plays brilliantly with the “reunion” trope. The story follows Dorae, who unexpectedly reunites with her high school crush, Haewon, at their university after five years.
Back in high school, Haewon was a notorious delinquent with a rough exterior, but Dorae was one of the few who saw past it. The twist of the series hits right in the first chapter: Haewon drops a sudden confession on her, revealing he actually liked her back the entire time. However, instead of a picture-perfect romance, Dorae is left bewildered. The series focuses on the awkward, tense, and often hilarious reality of trying to reconnect with a “first love” when both people have changed significantly over five years.
The Delinquent’s First Love Chapter 28 Spoilers
Because Chapter 28 is already out, we know exactly how the current university dynamic is shifting.
The Elevator Encounter
The Delinquent’s First Love Chapter 28 shifts the focus slightly to the secondary male lead, Jaeyeon. The chapter features a classic, tense close-quarters moment when Dorae realizes she and Jaeyeon are in the same elevator. This encounter leads to them walking together and having a surprisingly candid chat, highlighting Jaeyeon’s growing presence in Dorae’s university life.
Haewon’s Jealousy
While Jaeyeon is making his move, Haewon is not blind to the shifting dynamics. The core tension of the chapter relies on Haewon realizing that his five-year-late confession doesn’t automatically guarantee he gets the girl. The community notes that Haewon’s “delinquent” possessiveness is starting to crack through his mature university facade as he watches Jaeyeon get closer to Dorae.
The Reality of “First Love”
Dorae’s internal monologue continues to carry the series. She is constantly comparing the boy she had a crush on five years ago with the man standing in front of her now. The chapter ends with her feeling deeply conflicted about whether she actually wants to pursue a relationship with Haewon, or if she is just in love with the memory of him.
The Delinquent’s First Love Chapter 28 Global Release Date & Times
The Delinquent’s First Love Chapter 29 is scheduled to release on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Here is the exact timing for the English Saturday releases across the globe:
| Region | Time Zone | Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🇰🇷 Korea (Source) | KST (UTC+9) | Sat May 9, 12:00 AM |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JST (UTC+9) | Sat May 9, 12:00 AM |
| 🇦🇺 Australia (Sydney) | AEST (UTC+10) | Sat May 9, 1:00 AM |
| 🇨🇳 China | CST (UTC+8) | Fri May 8, 11:00 PM |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | Fri May 8, 11:00 PM |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | Fri May 8, 11:00 PM |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | Fri May 8, 11:00 PM |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | WIB (UTC+7) | Fri May 8, 10:00 PM |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | Fri May 8, 10:00 PM |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | Fri May 8, 10:00 PM |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | Fri May 8, 9:00 PM |
| 🇮🇳 India | IST (UTC+5:30) | Fri May 8, 8:30 PM |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | Fri May 8, 8:00 PM |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Gulf | GST (UTC+4) | Fri May 8, 7:00 PM |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | AST (UTC+3) | Fri May 8, 6:00 PM |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | TRT (UTC+3) | Fri May 8, 6:00 PM |
| 🇷🇺 Russia (Moscow) | MSK (UTC+3) | Fri May 8, 6:00 PM |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | EET (UTC+2) | Fri May 8, 5:00 PM |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | SAST (UTC+2) | Fri May 8, 5:00 PM |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | CEST (UTC+2) | Fri May 8, 5:00 PM |
| 🇫🇷 France | CEST (UTC+2) | Fri May 8, 5:00 PM |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | BST (UTC+1) | Fri May 8, 4:00 PM |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | BRT (UTC-3) | Fri May 8, 12:00 PM |
| 🇨🇦 Canada (Toronto) | EDT (UTC-4) | Fri May 8, 11:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 East Coast | EDT (UTC-4) | Fri May 8, 11:00 AM |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | COT (UTC-5) | Fri May 8, 10:00 AM |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | CST (UTC-6) | Fri May 8, 9:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 West Coast | PDT (UTC-7) | Fri May 8, 8:00 AM |
Where to Read The Delinquent’s First Love Chapter 28
- Naver Webtoon (Korean) — Original source
- WEBTOON (English) — Official English publisher (published under the title A Delinquent’s First Love)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a love triangle?
Yes. The current university arc heavily features Jaeyeon as a direct rival to Haewon. The contrast between Jaeyeon’s steady presence and Haewon’s intense past connection is the core conflict of the romance.
Why did they lose contact for five years?
The exact details of their separation following high school are slowly being revealed through flashbacks. It involves Haewon’s delinquent lifestyle and the misunderstandings that kept them apart despite their mutual feelings.
Are there any other manhwa like this?
If you love the “reuniting with a delinquent first love” trope, you should absolutely check out Operation: True Love or Romance 101.
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