Return of the Mount Hua Sect (화산귀환), officially licensed in English as Return of the Blossoming Blade, will release Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 162 for English fast-scan readers next Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
If you have been keeping up, you know the manhwa recently returned from hiatus on April 14, 2026, officially launching the highly anticipated Season 3. The current arc is adapting some of the most critical and tense moments from the original web novel. Chung Myung and the Mount Hua disciples are dealing with the explosive political fallout of their rapid rise in power, and rival sects are starting to make serious moves to put them back in their place.
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Why Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 162 Matters
The most recent chapters have focused heavily on the pressure mounting against the Mount Hua Sect. While Chung Myung’s insane training methods and combat prowess have revived the sect’s reputation, they are now viewed as a genuine threat by the other major martial arts factions, particularly the Wudang Sect.
What makes Chapter 162 so important? According to web novel readers, Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 162 (which perfectly aligns with Web Novel Chapter 240-241) marks a massive confrontation. The chapter features an explosive argument between the elders and a highly anticipated clash where Chung Myung’s patience completely shatters.
Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 162 Spoilers (Based on the Web Novel)
Because the manhwa is directly adapting Biga’s massively popular web novel (which currently has over 1,500 chapters), we already know exactly what happens next.
The Confrontation
The chapter title from the web novel for this section is “No! Even though you had to do it, this is too much! (2)”. Spoilers indicate that Chapter 162 will pick up right in the middle of a massive argument involving the Wudang Sect and the Mount Hua elders. The Wudang disciples and elders are attempting to assert their authority, completely underestimating how utterly unhinged Chung Myung is willing to get to protect Mount Hua’s pride.
Chung Myung Snaps
Fans of the novel note that this chapter features one of Chung Myung’s best rants. When the elders attempt to diplomatically smooth over an insult directed at Mount Hua, Chung Myung bypasses all martial arts etiquette and unleashes a literal “waterfall of curses”. This forces a physical confrontation, setting the stage for the Mount Hua disciples to prove that their new strength isn’t just a rumor.
Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 162 Release Date & Time
The English fan-translations for Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 162 will be available next Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Here is the exact timing for the English drops across the globe:
| Region | Time Zone | Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🇰🇷 Korea (Source) | KST (UTC+9) | Tue May 12, 10:00 PM |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JST (UTC+9) | Tue May 12, 10:00 PM |
| 🇦🇺 Australia (Sydney) | AEST (UTC+10) | Tue May 12, 11:00 PM |
| 🇨🇳 China | CST (UTC+8) | Tue May 12, 9:00 PM |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | Tue May 12, 9:00 PM |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | Tue May 12, 9:00 PM |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | Tue May 12, 9:00 PM |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | WIB (UTC+7) | Tue May 12, 8:00 PM |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | Tue May 12, 8:00 PM |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | Tue May 12, 8:00 PM |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | Tue May 12, 7:00 PM |
| 🇮🇳 India | IST (UTC+5:30) | Tue May 12, 6:30 PM |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | Tue May 12, 6:00 PM |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Gulf | GST (UTC+4) | Tue May 12, 5:00 PM |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | AST (UTC+3) | Tue May 12, 4:00 PM |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | TRT (UTC+3) | Tue May 12, 4:00 PM |
| 🇷🇺 Russia (Moscow) | MSK (UTC+3) | Tue May 12, 4:00 PM |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | EET (UTC+2) | Tue May 12, 3:00 PM |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | SAST (UTC+2) | Tue May 12, 3:00 PM |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | CEST (UTC+2) | Tue May 12, 3:00 PM |
| 🇫🇷 France | CEST (UTC+2) | Tue May 12, 3:00 PM |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | BST (UTC+1) | Tue May 12, 2:00 PM |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | BRT (UTC-3) | Tue May 12, 10:00 AM |
| 🇨🇦 Canada (Toronto) | EDT (UTC-4) | Tue May 12, 9:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 East Coast | EDT (UTC-4) | Tue May 12, 9:00 AM |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | COT (UTC-5) | Tue May 12, 8:00 AM |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | CST (UTC-6) | Tue May 12, 7:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 West Coast | PDT (UTC-7) | Tue May 12, 6:00 AM |
Where to Read for Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 162
If you prefer to read the official English release (which runs slightly behind the raws), it is hosted legally on Webtoon under the title Return of the Blossoming Blade.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 3 start?
Season 3 of the manhwa officially premiered on April 14, 2026, ending a long hiatus that followed the conclusion of Season 2 in December 2024.
How far ahead is the novel?
The original Korean web novel has over 1,500 chapters. The manhwa is currently adapting content around novel chapter 240.
Are there any other manhwa like this?
If you enjoy martial arts regression stories featuring unhinged, overpowered main characters, you should absolutely check out The Return of the Crazy Demon or Wandering Warrior of Wudang.
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