Mount Apikuni and i'm feeling like everyone's feeling alone

The last person he expects to see is Daighre — but somehow, it's a relief to see him alive. He senses him before he really sees him, catches the hint of his scent on the breeze and hears the familiar sound of his distinct footfalls. The greeting comes sometime after — some weird nickname, one he can't quite figure out the meaning of. It seems insulting, but he can't tell.
Daighre, He returns, stepping toward him once. Then he goes still, watching him carefully. He doesn't know what he expects.