Usotsuki Daiku to Kamisama no Ki

The legendary fragrance "White Night Fragrance" is said to be born from the sap of the "Tree of the Gods." A sculptor named Guan, having heard rumors of its existence, devises a plan to steal the tree for a certain purpose. As he carves legs and a mouth for transport, and communicates with the tree, it gradually develops a will of its own… (Source: Shueisha, translated)