Everything seemed perfectly normal at the minister's house as Allen patiently waited for any signs of trouble. He had been sent by the Black Order to "spy" on the family for abnormal behavior so far his report contained nothing pertaining to his mission. He was ready to leave after a week of living in the woods. He wasn't really able to get much closer today since the whole family enjoyed the nice day by drinking tea and so on. They were relaxed and carefree which made Allen a tad suspicious since they were at war. Maybe war didn't reach this far.
The family had finally moved inside just in time for dinner. Lights glowed from the huge household which beckoned Allen to move in closer. Creeping closer to the house the young exorcist gained a better look at the family's interaction. A long table covered neatly with a pure white table cloth sitting before the family. Perfectly set before each member of the household was a feast that made Allen's stomach whine in pitiful hunger. Which reminded him he had his own meal to eat and pulled out a piece of salted meat to chew on.
Allen paused from chewing to listen for a noise inside besides the rather polite dinner conversation. After a minute he heard it again and recognized it as the family dog named Wilfred. He continued to bark which got the attention of the dining family. One of the younger gentlemen rang a bell which summoned a servant. No doubt he told the butler to let the dog out since he disappeared from view. Allen frantic to find a hiding spot took refuge in a flower bush and prayed the dog would mind his own business.
Light poured out into the dark night as the butler opened the door.
"Come on now," the butler said in a polite tone before Wilfred stepped outside.
Content that the dog would not come back in he closed the door behind him. Allen watched in horror as the white shaggy dog sniffed the air and trotted over to him. This dog could blow his whole mission now. If the minister and his family found him what would he say.
"Shoo doggie," Allen said softly, glancing back at the dining room.
Wilfred wagged his tail happily at his new found friend. So much for an attack dog Allen thought to himself and gently rubbed the dog's head. Much to his surprise Wilfred started to bark and crouch down as if he wanted to play.
"Not now," Allen hissed trying to get the dog to leave.
This barking was not unnoticed by the people inside and one of the young men stood up before leaving the room. Allen's heart was pounding in his chest as he realized he no longer had time to run to a better hiding place.
"Wilfred?" a rather familiar voice called from the doorway.
The dog continued to yap excitedly leaving Allen completely exposed to the young man who stepped outside.
"Found something did you?" he asked coming closer.
Allen decided it was best to just step out with his hands up in surrender.
Laughing nervously Allen simply said, "I-I'm sorry. I can explain why I'm here."
Though he did not have much time to explain anything to the man before he was grabbed by the throat and lifted into the air.
"Well, we have ourselves an intruder," the man said, "Now, if you'll cooperate I probably won't squeeze your head off right here and now, boy."
Allen struggled to breath as the grip got tighter before he nodded in agreement. His mind was running so fast he could barely piece things together. His hands reached for the hand on his throat. The man chuckled at his struggle as if it was pathetic.
"Did you forget about me, boy?" the man asked before his skin turned into the grayish black of a Noah's.
"T-tyki," Allen managed to say as he activated his Innocence.
"Very good," he commented before giving his neck another squeeze which made Allen gasp for air, "However, a fight would not be too smart right now. You wouldn't want to alert the entire town would you?"
Then he paused and listen as if he had heard someone approaching which gave Allen a bit of hope. The pause was short lived and Tyki turned his hungry gaze back on the white haired exorcist. Tyki licked his lips which made Allen wonder what exactly he was thinking.
" Hmm, what to do," he mussed aloud, "No no... I can't give you away just yet. Not after you stabbed me like last time. I think I will have my fun with you first before letting the Earl have you. Considering your current circumstances... It's like I'm giving you a gift."
Allen's blood ran cold at the thought of what Tyki considered fun. Seeing what Rhode thought was fun there was no doubt Tyki was planning on slow torture.
"Now, where to keep you?" Tyki muttered aloud before dragging Allen towards the house.
"Tykiiii~ Did Wilfred fall down a hole or something?" a familiar voice called from inside.
Struggling to get out of Tyki's grip Allen realized it was Rhode inside.
"No! He's just..." Tyki paused as he regained control, "Being a little rambunctious! Give me a minute to put him in the basement."