Maxi’s emotional growth and Riftan’s overprotective nature continue to collide on the battlefield. Under the Oak Tree Chapter 149 discussions are heating up — OtakuSignal has the full recap of Chapter 148, spoilers for Chapter 149, and where to read the official novel this Saturday.
Under the Oak Tree Novel Chapter 148 Recap
Under the Oak Tree Novel Chapter 148 continues the grueling realities of the ongoing military campaign. By this point in the story, the physical toll of the monster subjugation is heavily impacting the alliance. Maxi, working alongside Idsilla and the other female clerics, is pushed to the point of exhaustion tending to the wounded knights after a brutal troll ambush delayed their march.
Despite her fatigue, Maxi’s dedication to her role as a healer highlights how far she has come from the stuttering, fearful noblewoman she was at the start of the series. Meanwhile, Riftan remains distant, a recurring defense mechanism he uses whenever he is overwhelmed with anxiety regarding Maxi’s safety on the frontlines.
Under the Oak Tree Novel Chapter 149 Spoilers
Based on the original Korean novel progression:
- Riftan’s injuries worsen — Despite his immense strength, Riftan is not invincible. Chapter 149 will reveal that the inflammation from his recent combat wounds is growing severe, though he stubbornly attempts to hide the pain from Maxi.
- The emotional distance breaks — Maxi’s frustration with Riftan avoiding her will reach a boiling point. The chapter forces a necessary confrontation where Maxi must push past his walls to treat his worsening condition, forcing Riftan to drop his stoic facade.
- Strategic pressure mounts — With the enemy’s seemingly infinite regeneration powers wearing down the alliance’s limited resources, Ruth and the commanders will have to decide whether to launch a desperate preemptive attack or risk a drawn-out winter siege.
Under the Oak Tree Chapter 149 Release Date & Time
You can read it at your own pace without waiting for weekly drops. If you are catching up this Saturday, May 2, 2026, here is when you can log on globally to read the completed chapters.
| Region | Time Zone | Reading Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🇰🇷 Korea (Source) | KST (UTC+9) | Sat May 2, 12:00 AM |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JST (UTC+9) | Sat May 2, 12:00 AM |
| 🇨🇳 China | CST (UTC+8) | Sat May 2, 11:00 PM |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | Sat May 2, 11:00 PM |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | Sat May 2, 11:00 PM |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | Sat May 2, 11:00 PM |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | WIB (UTC+7) | Sat May 2, 10:00 PM |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | Sat May 2, 10:00 PM |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | Sat May 2, 10:00 PM |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | Sat May 2, 9:00 PM |
| 🇮🇳 India | IST (UTC+5:30) | Sat May 2, 8:30 PM |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | Sat May 2, 8:00 PM |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Gulf | GST (UTC+4) | Sat May 2, 7:00 PM |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | AST (UTC+3) | Sat May 2, 6:00 PM |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | TRT (UTC+3) | Sat May 2, 6:00 PM |
| 🇷🇺 Russia (Moscow) | MSK (UTC+3) | Sat May 2, 6:00 PM |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | EET (UTC+2) | Sat May 2, 5:00 PM |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | CEST (UTC+2) | Sat May 2, 5:00 PM |
| 🇫🇷 France | CEST (UTC+2) | Sat May 2, 5:00 PM |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | BST (UTC+1) | Sat May 2, 4:00 PM |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | BRT (UTC-3) | Sat May 2, 12:00 PM |
| 🇺🇸 East Coast | ET (UTC-4) | Sat May 2, 11:00 AM |
| 🇨🇦 Canada (Toronto) | ET (UTC-4) | Sat May 2, 11:00 AM |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | COT (UTC-5) | Sat May 2, 10:00 AM |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | CST (UTC-5) | Sat May 2, 10:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 Central USA | CT (UTC-5) | Sat May 2, 10:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 Mountain USA | MT (UTC-6) | Sat May 2, 9:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 West Coast | PT (UTC-7) | Sat May 2, 8:00 AM |
Where to Read Under the Oak Tree Chapter 149 (Official Only)
- Manta (English) — Official manhwa adaptation
FAQ
What is Under the Oak Tree about?
Maximilian, a stuttering noblewoman suffering from severe abuse at the hands of her father, is forced into an arranged marriage with Riftan Calypse, a commoner-turned-knight. After three years apart, Riftan returns as a renowned war hero to claim her. The story focuses on Maxi healing from her trauma, discovering her self-worth as a mage, and their intensely passionate but flawed romance.
Is the manhwa at Chapter 149 yet?
No. The official manhwa adaptation on Manta is currently in Season 5 and has only reached the 120s. Chapter 149 content is currently only available in the completed web novel.
Is the novel finished?
Yes — the original Korean web novel by Suji Kim is fully complete, including its side stories.
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