Greedy Chapter 26 is expected to drop next Friday, May 8, 2026 for English readers. If you’ve been closely following this intense romance series, the upcoming chapter is set to escalate the incredibly tense dynamic between the main characters.
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Greedy Chapter 25 Recap (And Why You’ll Want to Read Every Word)
Greedy (2025) started with a brutally relatable premise: a woman’s engagement is suddenly called off, and she is handed a wedding invitation featuring her ex-fiancé and her supposed best friend of ten years. Left with nothing but her junior editor position at a fashion magazine, she begins a complicated, highly charged rebound.
The manhwa has quickly escalated into a mature (josei +18) story focused on power dynamics, revenge, and overwhelming desire. Recently, the narrative has shifted away from the initial heartbreak and focused heavily on the intense, transactional, and increasingly possessive relationship she has entered into to cope with her betrayal.
What makes this moment so powerful? Based on the events in Chapters 24 and 25, the male lead’s possessiveness is reaching a breaking point. He is no longer satisfied with just being a temporary fixture or a tool for sexual release; he wants total control. Chapter 26 is perfectly positioned to force the protagonist into acknowledging that she has traded one toxic situation for a much more intense one.
Greedy Chapter 26 Spoilers (Based on Novel Progression & Raw Raps)
Because the manhwa is an adaptation of a mature web novel, readers who follow the original source material know exactly how this dynamic shifts. Based on the progression leading into Chapter 26:
The Confession (of Sorts)
The male lead is going to make his intentions explicitly clear. The novel chapter corresponding to this segment features a highly tense line from him: “I will accompany you until I am willing to let you go.” This is not a romantic confession; it is a declaration of possession. He is asserting that he controls the timeline of their relationship.
The Protagonist’s Realization
Our protagonist has been using him as a distraction from the betrayal of her best friend and ex-fiancé. However, in Chapter 26, she will finally realize that she cannot simply walk away from him when she is done. The power imbalance will become explicitly clear, forcing her to reevaluate her choices.
Escalating Physical Tension
As with previous chapters, Greedy does not shy away from its +18 rating. The psychological tension of his declaration will immediately be followed by heavily explicit scenes, as he uses physical intimacy to reinforce his control over her.
Reader theory to watch for: The community is actively debating when (or if) the ex-fiancé will try to crawl back. Many believe that the current male lead’s intense possessiveness is entirely designed to build a wall around her before the ex realizes he made a massive mistake.
Greedy Chapter 26 Global Release Times (Your Timezone, Guaranteed)
Based on the confirmed Friday, May 8 release pattern for international translation drops, here is exactly when Greedy Chapter 26 will be available across the globe. Set your alarms!
| Region | Time Zone | Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🇰🇷 Korea (Source) | KST (UTC+9) | Fri May 8, 12:00 AM |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JST (UTC+9) | Fri May 8, 12:00 AM |
| 🇦🇺 Australia (Sydney) | AEST (UTC+10) | Fri May 8, 1:00 AM |
| 🇨🇳 China | CST (UTC+8) | Thu May 7, 11:00 PM |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | Thu May 7, 11:00 PM |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | Thu May 7, 11:00 PM |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | Thu May 7, 11:00 PM |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | WIB (UTC+7) | Thu May 7, 10:00 PM |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | Thu May 7, 10:00 PM |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | Thu May 7, 10:00 PM |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | Thu May 7, 9:00 PM |
| 🇮🇳 India | IST (UTC+5:30) | Thu May 7, 8:30 PM |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | Thu May 7, 8:00 PM |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Gulf | GST (UTC+4) | Thu May 7, 7:00 PM |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | AST (UTC+3) | Thu May 7, 6:00 PM |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | TRT (UTC+3) | Thu May 7, 6:00 PM |
| 🇷🇺 Russia (Moscow) | MSK (UTC+3) | Thu May 7, 6:00 PM |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | EET (UTC+2) | Thu May 7, 5:00 PM |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | SAST (UTC+2) | Thu May 7, 5:00 PM |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | CEST (UTC+2) | Thu May 7, 5:00 PM |
| 🇫🇷 France | CEST (UTC+2) | Thu May 7, 5:00 PM |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | BST (UTC+1) | Thu May 7, 4:00 PM |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | BRT (UTC-3) | Thu May 7, 12:00 PM |
| 🇨🇦 Canada (Toronto) | EDT (UTC-4) | Thu May 7, 11:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 East Coast | EDT (UTC-4) | Thu May 7, 11:00 AM |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | COT (UTC-5) | Thu May 7, 10:00 AM |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | CST (UTC-6) | Thu May 7, 9:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 West Coast | PDT (UTC-7) | Thu May 7, 8:00 AM |
Where to Read Greedy Chapter 26 (Official & Fastest Options)
Greedy Chapter 26 will be available to read on Lezhin Comics.
💡 Smart move: Follow the scanlation groups on social media or their discord servers—they almost always post direct links the second the translation is finished.
FAQ (Answers You Won’t Find Anywhere Else)
Is Greedy a healthy romance?
Absolutely not. The series leans heavily into toxic romance, manipulation, and power imbalances. The relationships depicted are primarily driven by lust, revenge, and possessiveness rather than healthy affection.
Does she ever get revenge on her best friend?
Without completely spoiling the late-game novel plot, her revenge is less about actively destroying her ex and best friend, and more about how her new, incredibly powerful partner systematically ensures they regret their betrayal.
Are there any other manhwa like Greedy?
If you love mature, dramatic series dealing with betrayal, toxic rebound relationships, and intense male leads, you should check out titles like I Tamed My Ex-Husband’s Mad Dog or Betrayal of Dignity.
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