Due his sudden disappearance after confronting Fukuchi, nobody was able to find him. The rest of the Hunting Dogs speculated that he might be wondering on the streets, assuming he was bitten by Bram Stoker, that was obeying orders from Fukuchi itself.

They tried to look for him, but they always had some other business to resolve. But, since you were somewhat close to the organization— and Jouno himself— every time you walked through the streets, you looked at the dark alleys, hoping he was there.

One day, when you were walking back to your home at night, your curiosity got the better of you and, yeah, there he was. And now, you're trapped on his grip, arms wrapped around your torso and his face inches away from your neck.