The Count’s Secret Maid (백작가의 비밀스런 시녀님), the dramatic historical romance manhwa adapting Baek Joo-ah’s web novel, will release The Count’s Secret Maid Chapter 89 for English fast-scan readers next Monday, May 18, 2026.
If you have been keeping up with this emotionally heavy romance, you know the story centers on Paula, a peasant girl relentlessly abused for her “ugly” scarred face, who was sold off to work in the Bellunita mansion. There, she was assigned to be the sole, secret maid for Count Vincent Bellunita, a young, deeply traumatized nobleman who lost his sight and was hidden away by his family. Over the past 88 chapters, their dynamic has shifted from a terrified servant and a volatile master into a deeply protective, healing romance as Vincent slowly begins to recover both physically and emotionally.
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Why The Count’s Secret Maid Chapter 89 Matters
The English fast-scan teams (such as ManhwaClan and MangaBuddy) have been rapidly updating to catch up with the official Korean Naver releases (which drop on Tuesdays). The manhwa is currently deep into the later arcs of the story, as Vincent has reclaimed his position and the outside world is beginning to interfere with their secluded relationship.
What makes Chapter 89 so critical? Because the manhwa is directly adapting a completed Korean web novel, readers already know the trajectory of the plot. The current pacing is heavily focused on Paula’s massive insecurities regarding her appearance now that Vincent is interacting with high society (and other noblewomen).
The Count’s Secret Maid Chapter 89 Spoilers (Based on the Novel)
According to the original novel, here is what you can expect from this highly anticipated release:
The Return of the Head Maid
Spoilers indicate that Chapter 89 will heavily feature the return of a crucial character from their past—the former Head Maid. Vincent, who has been aggressively trying to secure Paula’s position and confidence, secretly contacts the Head Maid in the city. The chapter will focus on Vincent enlisting her help for a very specific, protective plan regarding Paula’s future in the household.
Paula’s Insecurities
While Vincent is actively trying to protect her, the chapter will also highlight the heavy angst surrounding Paula’s self-worth. Despite Vincent repeatedly proving his devotion, Paula is constantly reminded by the outside world (and the other servants) that a “hideous” peasant girl has no place standing next to a fully recovered, powerful Count. Fans anticipate a highly emotional scene where Vincent once again has to aggressively reassure her that her scars mean nothing to him.
The Count’s Secret Maid Chapter 89 Global Release Date & Times
The English fan-translations for The Count’s Secret Maid Chapter 89 will be available next Monday, May 18, 2026 (aligning with the official Tuesday releases in Korea). Here is the exact timing for the English drops across the globe:
| Region | Time Zone | Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🇰🇷 Korea (Source) | KST (UTC+9) | Mon May 18, 10:00 PM |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JST (UTC+9) | Mon May 18, 10:00 PM |
| 🇦🇺 Australia (Sydney) | AEST (UTC+10) | Mon May 18, 11:00 PM |
| 🇨🇳 China | CST (UTC+8) | Mon May 18, 9:00 PM |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | Mon May 18, 9:00 PM |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | Mon May 18, 9:00 PM |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | Mon May 18, 9:00 PM |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | WIB (UTC+7) | Mon May 18, 8:00 PM |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | Mon May 18, 8:00 PM |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | Mon May 18, 8:00 PM |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | Mon May 18, 7:00 PM |
| 🇮🇳 India | IST (UTC+5:30) | Mon May 18, 6:30 PM |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | Mon May 18, 6:00 PM |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Gulf | GST (UTC+4) | Mon May 18, 5:00 PM |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | AST (UTC+3) | Mon May 18, 4:00 PM |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | TRT (UTC+3) | Mon May 18, 4:00 PM |
| 🇷🇺 Russia (Moscow) | MSK (UTC+3) | Mon May 18, 4:00 PM |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | EET (UTC+2) | Mon May 18, 3:00 PM |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | SAST (UTC+2) | Mon May 18, 3:00 PM |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | CEST (UTC+2) | Mon May 18, 3:00 PM |
| 🇫🇷 France | CEST (UTC+2) | Mon May 18, 3:00 PM |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | BST (UTC+1) | Mon May 18, 2:00 PM |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | BRT (UTC-3) | Mon May 18, 10:00 AM |
| 🇨🇦 Canada (Toronto) | EDT (UTC-4) | Mon May 18, 9:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 East Coast | EDT (UTC-4) | Mon May 18, 9:00 AM |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | COT (UTC-5) | Mon May 18, 8:00 AM |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | CST (UTC-6) | Mon May 18, 7:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 West Coast | PDT (UTC-7) | Mon May 18, 6:00 AM |
Where to Read The Count’s Secret Maid Chapter 89
The official English release runs slightly behind and is legally hosted on WEBTOON and Tappytoon. The original Korean raws are officially posted on Naver Webtoon and the Naver Series app.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the author?
The original web novel was written by Baek Joo-ah, and the manhwa adaptation is handled by Midnight Studio.
Is the manhwa ending soon?
While the exact ending date hasn’t been announced, readers note that the current arc is heavily tying up loose ends from the novel, meaning it is likely approaching its final season.
Are there any other manhwa like this?
If you enjoy heavy angst, historical romance, and stories about deeply traumatized male leads being healed by devoted maids, you should check out The Monster Duchess and Contract Princess or My In-Laws are Obsessed with Me.
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