The emotional stakes for Not the Daughter, but the Mother Chapter 89 are reaching a boiling point as Shuri’s past begins to collide with her future in the imperial palace. As the truth behind the “daughter’s identity” shifts the power dynamics of the duchy, fans are bracing for a chapter that could finally dismantle the wall of misunderstandings between the leads.
What Happened in Chapter Not the Daughter, but the Mother88?
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In Chapter 88, the tension between the Ducal house and the Imperial faction reached a fever pitch.
The Grand Entrance: The chapter focused on the shocking reveal that the “secret lady” everyone had been whispering about was, in fact, the mother they had previously dismissed.
The Duke’s Realization: We saw a rare moment of vulnerability from the Male Lead as he realized the depth of the pain Shuri had endured while acting as a shield for her daughter.
The Political Trap: A secondary antagonist attempted to question Shuri’s lineage, only to be shut down by a surprise witness who holds the key to the family’s true inheritance.
The Cliffhanger: The episode concluded with a private terrace conversation where the Duke asked Shuri the one question she has spent years avoiding: “Who are you, really?”
Not the Daughter, but the Mother Chapter 89 Release Date?
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Not the Daughter, but the Mother Chapter 89 is officially confirmed to release on Friday, February 6, 2026.
The chapter traditionally updates at 10:00 PM KST (Korea Standard Time). For international readers, here is the global release schedule for the official update:
Time Zone
Release Time
Date
Pacific Time (PT)
5:00 AM
Friday, Feb 6
Eastern Time (ET)
8:00 AM
Friday, Feb 6
British Summer Time (BST)
1:00 PM
Friday, Feb 6
Indian Standard Time (IST)
6:30 PM
Friday, Feb 6
Korea Standard Time (KST)
10:00 PM
Friday, Feb 6
Australia Eastern Time (AET)
12:00 AM
Saturday, Feb 7
Note: Official English translations on Tapas typically follow a slight delay. Check the app for “Fast Pass” availability to stay current with the latest plot developments.
Not the Daughter, but the Mother Chapter 89 Spoilers?
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Warning: Potential plot speculation and theory-based spoilers ahead.
Following the intense cliffhanger, Chapter 89 is expected to deal with the immediate emotional fallout of Shuri’s confession.
The Heart-to-Heart: Spoilers suggest that Shuri will finally stop playing the “mother” role for a moment and speak as herself, leading to a long-awaited emotional breakthrough between the leads.
The Daughter’s Reaction: We may see a scene from the daughter’s perspective as she struggles with the realization that her mother’s entire life was sacrificed for her sake, potentially leading to a “rebellion” arc where she tries to set her mother free.
A New Threat: With the truth coming out, the Duke’s enemies are rumored to target Shuri’s legal status in the duchy, leading to a legal battle that will require the “Black Duke” to publicly declare his stance on her position.
Where to Read Not the Daughter, but the Mother chapter 89 Officially?
To support the creator and ensure the continuation of the series with its signature detailed art style, please read only on official platforms.
Tapas (Global): The official home for the English translation under the title Not the Daughter, but the Mother. You can use the “Wait Until Free” system or purchase ink to unlock the latest chapters.
Tappytoon: Often carries official localizations for similar high-fantasy romance titles.
Why avoid aggregator sites?
Pirate sites often use machine translations that fail to capture the subtle, respectful dialogue between the characters. Supporting the official release ensures the translation remains precise and the artist is compensated for the beautiful character designs!
