Devil Returns to School Days Chapter 88 is the final chapter (an epilogue) of the manhwa. In this closing episode, protagonist Kim Hyun-sung’s revenge arc is wrapped up and we glimpse his life after the conflict. By the end, Hyun-sung has achieved his goals – fans note he has “moved on in life” with the major plot threads “wrapped up nicely”. The chapter shows him in a new career (working at Myungjin Construction as essentially the number-two executive) and even on the verge of a new romance (he’s set up on a blind date by the final scene). These moments make it clear that justice has been served and Hyun-sung is finally free to live happily.
Chapter 88 Recap
Chapter 88 fast-forwards to after Hyun-sung’s revenge. All the villains have been dealt with in previous chapters, so this one focuses on his future. We see that Hyun-sung is thriving: he’s now working for Myungjin Construction as a high-ranking official (second-in-command, basically the chief). Importantly, the chapter hints at his personal life too. Hyun-sung has not married anyone by the story’s end, but he agrees to a blind date arranged through work. This suggests a hopeful new beginning (the blind-date partner is not fully revealed). In short, the recap shows Hyun-sung living a successful life after getting justice. One fan’s summary captures this well: he “achieved his goal, moved on in life” and all the “important stuff wrapped up”.
Everything is tied up neatly. The former bully and corrupt adults who tormented Hyun-sung have already suffered their consequences (in earlier chapters), so they don’t appear again here. Instead, the focus is on positivity: Hyun-sung is safe, respected, and starting fresh. In other words, Chapter 88 is a satisfying conclusion. It doesn’t leave loose ends – Hyun-sung is shown with a clear future ahead.
Analysis and Reactions
Fans and reviewers have praised the finale for its excitement and closure. Many call the ending perfectly timed and satisfying. For example, readers on Reddit raved that with this final chapter the story had “achieved his goal” and given Hyun-sung a happy ending. One fan even noted the series “started strong, ended strong”. Similarly, on a Korean forum one commenter described the webtoon as an “adrenaline-packed fantastic webtoon” that began and ended with thrilling “saida” moments (a Korean slang for satisfying beats).
A key part of the positive reaction is the pacing. Reviewers appreciated that the finale didn’t drag on. Instead of stretching out the ending, the story wraps up cleanly. As one reader put it: the series was ended “without dragging it any further,” giving fans “the happy ending the story deserved.”. This neat wrap-up was a relief, since other revenge manhwas often drag on; here everything just clicks into place.
The emotional tone also resonated. Some readers said the ending felt “bittersweet but nice”. One commenter admitted the final scenes even brought them to tears: it was cathartic to “watch him get his revenge and then live after with a successful life” where so many bullied readers felt they themselves could not. In short, both action fans and emotional readers found the finale powerful. Many simply called Chapter 88 “peak” – as one enthusiast declared on Reddit, it was “abso-fucking-lutely PEAK from beginning to end”. In sum, critics agree that Chapter 88 delivers exactly what the series promised: a strong, satisfying close to a top-tier revenge story.
Spoilers and Speculations
Spoiler alert: by Chapter 88 all the main conflicts are already resolved, so the chapter mostly shows after-effects. We learn that Hyun-sung did not end up marrying anyone yet, contrary to some fans’ guesses. In fact, the only hint of romance is the blind-date proposal, and no wedding occurs. Everything important in the plot has concluded – the bullies and corrupt gangs have been defeated off-screen in previous episodes – so Chapter 88 simply shows Hyun-sung enjoying life.
Because Chapter 88 (the epilogue) doesn’t introduce new plot twists, predictions are limited. The official chapter list shows that the webtoon is complete at 88 episodes, so no more canon chapters are expected. However, readers have speculated about what could come next. For example, one fan imagined a sequel set years later where Hyun-sung reunites with a prosecutor he knows to fight a new gang. This “prosecutor girl” was a minor character in the story, and in the proposed idea she teams up with Hyun-sung against a Golden Circle–like group. These are just fan ideas, though – officially, Chapter 88 seems to be the final epilogue. In fact, the official Naver webtoon lists the last few episodes as “Side Story” arcs 1–3 followed by an afterword on April 29, 2025, which serves as the epilogue (Chapter 88). There’s been no announcement of a sequel or continuation, and the story is generally regarded as complete.
Where to Read Chapter 88
Naver Webtoon (Official, Korean) – The original Korean version of Devil Returns to School Days is hosted on Naver. The official Naver page confirms the series ran for 88 episodes in total. Chapter 88 (the epilogue/afterword) is included in the complete run. Naver Webtoon is the legal source for the original content (15+ rating).
English Scanlation Sites – If you prefer English, Chapter 88 can be found on fan-translation platforms. For instance, the Manga read site lists Chapter 88 (released May 3, 2025). Similarly, some scanlation groups (like HiveToons or ManhuaUS) host the epilogue pages. These sites let you read all chapters including 88.
Asura Scans and Others – Be aware that not all scan groups completed the series. Notably, Asura Scans stopped at Chapter 83 (their site even shows the series as “Dropped”), so they do not have the final chapter. If using scans, look for ones that explicitly include Chapter 88.
Physical/Official Releases – As of now, there’s no official print edition in English. Fans hoping for a collected volume may need to wait for any future publication news.
In summary, Chapter 88 is where Devil Returns to School Days ties everything together. It’s been praised as a perfect ending that delivers on its promises. If you’ve been following the series, you can safely read this final chapter for a gratifying conclusion (spoiler-filled, as we’ve discussed). For reading, the original webtoon and fan translations are available on the sites above.
