Ki ni Naru Ano Ko

Since childhood, Kisaki has lived with a mysterious and inexplicable condition that sets her apart from everyone around her. Rather than a typical illness, this strange affliction gradually alters her very biology, blurring the boundary between human and nature. As a result of this enigmatic disease, she undergoes a startling physical transformation, becoming a unique hybrid who is half-human and half-tree. This extraordinary metamorphosis shapes every aspect of Kisaki's existence, forcing her to navigate a world that was never designed for someone like her. Bearing the weight of a body caught between two entirely different forms of life, she must confront the daily challenges of her unusual reality. Her struggle is not merely physical but deeply personal, as she grapples with an identity that defies conventional understanding. Bound by a secret that defines her very being, Kisaki’s journey explores the profound isolation and quiet resilience required to live with such a singular affliction. Her story delves into what it means to retain one's humanity while being irrevocably tethered to the natural world, presenting a poignant tale of a girl learning to exist in a form no one else can truly comprehend.