Summary
From Seed to Blossom—officially known in Korean as 시작은 이삭으로부터 (“It Starts with Isaac”)—a BL (boys’ love) manhwa, written by Deodeomi and illustrated by Gidid, first released in 2024. It blends drama, obsession, and emotional turmoil in a school setting, with a dark twist on power dynamics and personal redemption.
Main Character: Asil, a destitute noble with ambitions to restore his family’s honor. He enters a prestigious academy, initially excelling as the top student. However, Asil quickly becomes the victim of sustained bullying. Valery, one of the perpetrators, becomes central to Asil’s life—once Asil confronts him, the tables turn, and Asil falls deeper into hardship rather than finding relief. Asil becomes entangled in a power dynamic with Valery: bullied, isolated, yet trapped in a role he can’t easily escape. Valery’s fixation intensifies, pushing Asil further under his control and deepening the psychological stakes.