TL; DR: Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 173 will be released on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 10:00 PM KST. You can follow the update on your preferred manhwa platform; official English translations can be found on platforms such as Webtoon.
OtakuSignal has some funny news for fans of martial arts! If you’ve been watching Chung Myung and his team prepare for a tough mission, the next chapter of “Return of the Mount Hua Sect” is coming out on July 28, 2026. Get ready for lots of laughs and exciting action!
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What Happened in Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 172? (Recap)
- The Yunnan Crisis: The Eunha Merchant Guild brought bad news that they couldn’t get important Purple Wood Grass for a special pill because the Nanman Beast Palace, which controls the area they need to go to, has stopped all trade.
- The Grudge: The background is that the Nanman Beast Palace is angry at martial artists from the Central Plains because they felt abandoned during a past war.
- Chung Myung’s Resolve: Instead of giving up, Chung Myung decided they should just go to the Beast Palace and negotiate themselves.
- The Cliffhanger: The last chapter ended with Baek Cheon and his friends preparing for a scary trip to Yunnan, while Chung Myung happily drank alcohol, not worried at all.
What Are the Spoilers for Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 173?
- The Road Trip Begins: In Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 173, the Mount Hua team will officially leave their home and head south. Expect funny moments as Chung Myung complains about traveling and asks for more drinks.
- Terrorizing the Bandits: They will likely face some mountain bandits on their journey, but Chung Myung will easily defeat them and embarrass them while his friends watch in disbelief.
- The Disciples’ Growth: As they travel, we’ll see how much stronger and coordinated Baek Cheon and the others have become thanks to Chung Myung’s tough training.
- Approaching the Border: When they get close to Yunnan, the mood will get serious, and they will meet dangerous border guards, setting up a tough situation where talking won’t help.
When is the Release Date & Time for Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 173?
Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 173 is scheduled for release on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Below is the complete global release schedule covering all 28 major time zones so you can catch the update exactly when it goes live.
| Region / Time Zone | UTC Offset | Expected Time |
| Baker Island (BIT) | UTC-12 | 1:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Samoa (SST) | UTC-11 | 2:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Hawaii (HST) | UTC-10 | 3:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Alaska (AKST) | UTC-9 | 4:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Pacific Time (PST) | UTC-8 | 5:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Mountain Time (MST) | UTC-7 | 6:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Central Time (CST) | UTC-6 | 7:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Eastern Time (EST) | UTC-5 | 8:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Atlantic Time (AST) | UTC-4 | 9:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Brasilia (BRT) | UTC-3 | 10:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| South Georgia (GST) | UTC-2 | 11:00 AM (Jul 28) |
| Cape Verde (CVT) | UTC-1 | 12:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Greenwich Mean (GMT) | UTC+0 | 1:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Central Europe (CET) | UTC+1 | 2:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Eastern Europe (EET) | UTC+2 | 3:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Moscow (MSK) | UTC+3 | 4:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Gulf Standard (GST) | UTC+4 | 5:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Pakistan (PKT) | UTC+5 | 6:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| India Standard (IST) | UTC+5:30 | 6:30 PM (Jul 28) |
| Omsk (ALMT) | UTC+6 | 7:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Myanmar (MMT) | UTC+6:30 | 7:30 PM (Jul 28) |
| Indochina (ICT) | UTC+7 | 8:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| China Standard (CST) | UTC+8 | 9:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Japan Standard (JST) | UTC+9 | 10:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Australian Central (ACST) | UTC+9:30 | 10:30 PM (Jul 28) |
| Australian Eastern (AEST) | UTC+10 | 11:00 PM (Jul 28) |
| Solomon Islands (SBT) | UTC+11 | 12:00 AM (Jul 29) |
| Fiji (FJT) | UTC+12 | 1:00 AM (Jul 29) |
Where Can I Read Return of the Mount Hua Sect Chapter 173 Officially?
- Webtoon / Naver Webtoon: You can read the official high-quality English translation of this series on Webtoon (officially localized as Return of the Blossoming Blade) and the original Korean chapters on Naver Webtoon. (Supporting official platforms directly funds the creators and ensures you get the highest quality artwork.)
About Return of the Mount Hua Sect (Series Overview)
| Attribute | Details |
| Alternative Names | Return of the Blossoming Blade, 화산귀환 |
| Genre | Martial Arts, Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Reincarnation |
| Status | Ongoing |
Synopsis
The story also shares that Chung Myung was a great warrior who woke up 100 years later in a beggar’s body. He finds that his old group, the Mount Hua Sect, is destroyed and forgotten. Instead of giving up, he decides to train hard and fight to make his sect the best again, turning the story into an action-packed and funny adventure!
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Nanman Beast Palace hate the Central Plains so much?
The Beast Palace’s hatred is deeply rooted in betrayal. During the devastating war against the Demonic Cult a hundred years ago, the Central Plains factions promised mutual aid but ultimately abandoned the outer regions to protect themselves. The Nanman Beast Palace suffered catastrophic casualties because of this cowardice. This makes Chung Myung’s upcoming “diplomatic” mission incredibly dangerous, as they aren’t just facing strong martial artists, but an entire culture that views Central Plains sects with absolute, justified venom.
Will Chung Myung’s identity as the Plum Blossom Sword Saint ever be revealed?
Chung Myung is extremely careful about revealing his true reincarnation, mostly because sounding like a crazy person wouldn’t help him rebuild the sect’s finances or reputation. While his insane battle IQ, deep knowledge of lost techniques, and commanding presence constantly baffle his seniors and the Sect Leader, they simply attribute it to him being an unprecedented, heaven-sent genius. He knows that maintaining the facade of a violently eccentric third-class disciple allows him to manipulate the sect’s politics and aggressively train his seniors without dealing with the historical baggage of his past life.
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