The Phoenix: Chapter of Yamato

Oguna, the youngest prince of Yamato, is sent by his father to kill Takeru Kawakami, the leader of Kumaso. However, upon arriving in Kumaso territory, Oguna is injured by a stray arrow from a local woman named Kajika, who is Takeru's younger sister. Oguna's wound leads to him spending time in Kajika's village, where he develops feelings for her, creating a conflict between his love and his family's duty. This situation is complicated by Oguna's decision to seek advice from the Phoenix, a guardian of Kumaso.