The Billionaire Who Stole My Heart novel Chapter 859

Joie grabbed the documents with a resolve to leave, turning on her heel just as a clamor broke out.

A squad of police officers burst into the airport terminal, causing passengers to scatter in all directions, their faces etched with alarm.

Sensing something amiss, Joie quickened her pace towards the security checkpoint.

The noise escalated, and just as she was about to pass through the checkpoint, the officers made a beeline for her, blocking her path.

"Miss Joie, you're currently on parole and can't leave Imperial City. Please come with us." The lead officer was polite but firm, his stance unyielding.

Nathan furrowed his brows; he had made arrangements for Joie to leave without issue—how could this be happening?

"Officer, there must be some misunderstanding."

"Nathan."

The officer recognized Nathan. "We've already been in touch with Mr. Salter. Please don't make this harder."

Nathan realized something was amiss.

Having everything greased and in motion, the sudden appearance of the police suggested a hitch. He couldn't afford to alienate them and had to concede.

As Joie was escorted away, Nathan disregarded the curious stares of the other travelers and strode out of the terminal.

Outside, a black sedan was parked in the square.

It was Isaac.

Nathan approached swiftly, "Mr. Salter, what's going on?"

"Top brass issued a strict order; she's not going anywhere for now."

Isaac was just as confused about the sudden shift in orders. His usually reliable contacts at the top had only mentioned that it was a decision from higher up.

If Isaac couldn't change it, who in Imperial City could?

Nathan got into the car and drove straight for the office.

At the office, Isaac received a call from the police. After some persuasion, he learned that there had been a shakeup at the precinct, which meant all the connections he had carefully cultivated over the years were now replaced.

No wonder Joie's departure had been sabotaged at the last minute.