Chapitre 564: Chapter 446, Confident Groot_2

He holds power over the merchants and possesses a seat in the council as the representative of the merchant group.

However, when it comes to social standing, he is much inferior to a City Lord like Rebecca.

Rebecca merely nodded politely in response.

Groot went on to say, "Madam Rebecca, I'm sorry to hear that Lyss City has recently encountered many troubles. If you're facing any difficulties, you're welcome to discuss them with me. The Marshall Merchant Group can…."

Before he could finish his sentence, Rebecca interrupted him, "Thank you for your kind offer, Mr. Groot, but I am not in need of help at the moment."

Groot was taken aback, not expecting Rebecca to refuse so decisively.

Her tone also revealed a sense of rejection.

However, he disregarded it and continued, "Lyss City faces many problems. The Senate will make increasingly severe demands on Madam Rebecca at this year's annual assembly."