In the Garden of May (오월의 정원에서), also known as Garden of May, will release In the Garden of May Chapter 17 on May 25, 2026. The manhwa recently launched its official serialized run on platforms like Ridibooks and Naver Series (Korean), with fast‑scan English translations following shortly after the raw updates.
The series has quickly caught the attention of historical‑romance readers thanks to its stunning artwork and dramatic premise. Following the death of her parents, Lady Vanessa is left with massive debt and an arranged marriage orchestrated by her greedy uncle, who plans to sell her off to an elderly Count. To escape this fate, Vanessa decides she needs to create a terrible, ruinous scandal. Her target is Theodore Liam Battenberg, an arrogant and fiercely handsome noble who is fully aware she is trying to use him, yet decides to play along anyway.
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The Stakes Just Got Higher: Why In the Garden of May Chapter 17 is Unmissable
In the Garden of May Chapter 17 arrives as the newly launched manhwa begins to transition from its initial setup into the real emotional meat of the story. The series leans heavily into the “misunderstanding” and “fake scandal” tropes, with Vanessa clumsily trying to seduce Theodore under the false assumption that he might be a childhood friend, while Theodore allows the mistake simply because she amuses him.
What makes In the Garden of May Chapter 17 so critical? Because the manhwa adaptation of the original web novel is relatively new, this chapter marks the point where Vanessa’s fabricated scandal begins to have real social consequences. The tension isn’t just about whether she can successfully ruin her own reputation to escape the Count; it’s about the very real physical and emotional attraction building between her and Theodore, who is much more dangerous and controlling than she realizes.
In the Garden of May Chapter 17 Spoilers: The Trap Tightens
Because the manhwa recently debuted and is adapting a completed web novel, readers already know the general trajectory. The current chapters focus on the tense, precarious dynamic of their “first love” and the reckless bet they are making with each other’s feelings.
Based on the original novel’s pacing, In the Garden of May Chapter 17 will likely:
- Feature a high-tension interaction between Vanessa and Theodore, where he continues to mock her clumsy attempts to create a scandal while simultaneously pulling her deeper into his orbit.
- Show Vanessa dealing with the mounting pressure from her uncle regarding the impending marriage to the Count, forcing her to act even more desperately around Theodore.
- Highlight the psychological game Theodore is playing, as teased by his iconic novel quote: “Shall we bet? On who will be crying and begging.”
Countdown to the Action: Exact Global Release Times
The English fan‑translations for In the Garden of May Chapter 17 will be available next Monday, May 25, 2026:
| Region | Time Zone | Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🇰🇷 Korea (Source) | KST (UTC+9) | Mon May 25, 10:00 PM |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JST (UTC+9) | Mon May 25, 10:00 PM |
| 🇦🇺 Australia (Sydney) | AEST (UTC+10) | Tue May 26, 12:00 AM |
| 🇨🇳 China | CST (UTC+8) | Mon May 25, 9:00 PM |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | Mon May 25, 9:00 PM |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | Mon May 25, 9:00 PM |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | Mon May 25, 9:00 PM |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | WIB (UTC+7) | Mon May 25, 8:00 PM |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | Mon May 25, 8:00 PM |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | Mon May 25, 8:00 PM |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | Mon May 25, 7:00 PM |
| 🇮🇳 India | IST (UTC+5:30) | Mon May 25, 6:30 PM |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | Mon May 25, 6:00 PM |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Gulf | GST (UTC+4) | Mon May 25, 5:00 PM |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | AST (UTC+3) | Mon May 25, 4:00 PM |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | TRT (UTC+3) | Mon May 25, 4:00 PM |
| 🇷🇺 Russia (Moscow) | MSK (UTC+3) | Mon May 25, 4:00 PM |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | EET (UTC+2) | Mon May 25, 3:00 PM |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | SAST (UTC+2) | Mon May 25, 3:00 PM |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | CEST (UTC+2) | Mon May 25, 3:00 PM |
| 🇫🇷 France | CEST (UTC+2) | Mon May 25, 3:00 PM |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | BST (UTC+1) | Mon May 25, 2:00 PM |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | BRT (UTC‑3) | Mon May 25, 10:00 AM |
| 🇨🇦 Canada (Toronto) | EDT (UTC‑4) | Mon May 25, 9:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 East Coast | EDT (UTC‑4) | Mon May 25, 9:00 AM |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | COT (UTC‑5) | Mon May 25, 8:00 AM |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | CST (UTC‑6) | Mon May 25, 7:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 West Coast | PDT (UTC‑7) | Mon May 25, 6:00 AM |
Don’t Miss Out: Official Links to Read In the Garden of May Chapter 17
You can read the official Korean raws of In the Garden of May on Ridibooks and Naver Series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the main character?
Vanessa Siren Somerset, an impoverished noblewoman trying to escape a forced marriage to an elderly Count, and Theodore Liam Battenberg, the arrogant, darkly handsome noble she attempts to use to ruin her own reputation.
What genre is this?
Historical Romance, Drama, Fantasy, Josei.
Where can I read it?
The official Korean manhwa is available on Ridibooks and Naver Series.
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