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"In a faraway Eastern country, more than a hundred years ago, there was a cult that took pride in torturing and murdering missionaries and Western gentlemen!"

"Mr. Dylan's great-grandfather, a gentleman who traveled from England to the evil Eastern lands, had been fighting against these evil Easterners."

"This flag is a trophy brought back by Mr. Dylan's great-grandfather, a battle flag belonging to an Eastern cult!"

"There are still traces of blood on this flag that have not yet completely dried. These bloodstains belong to those former barbarians of the East, those who did not worship God."

"I think this flag also has great significance for our time, as it represents the continuation of that fighting spirit."

"Let us pay tribute to Mr. Dylan and his ancestors!"

As it was the last item up for auction that night, the auctioneer spoke at length, instantly creating a lively atmosphere.

Everyone present applauded and cheered, paying tribute to Elder Dylan.

Wayne stared blankly at the flag, his mind racing with thoughts.

According to the system panel, this flag is not a relic, but is related to a certain "holy remains".

The term "holy remains" implies that the remains of a being capable of being canonized.

Even if he wasn't a messiah like Hong Xiuquan or Hong Tianwang, he probably wouldn't be too far off.

Based on the description, it is very likely the remains of a prominent figure in the Boxer Rebellion.

However, to Wayne's surprise, the system not only identified items related to the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom as "sacred objects," but it also seemed to include the Boxer Rebellion in the same system.

I just don't know how this was determined?

However, regardless of the system's judgment, he must get his hands on this flag, both logically and emotionally.

Even without any connection to the sacred remains, the same applies.

Regardless, Wayne still considers himself an Easterner deep down.

Even if it was just an ordinary flag, it was still a sacred object in his heart, and naturally he would not allow others to desecrate it.

Seeing that the atmosphere had been set in motion, the auctioneer immediately announced in a loud voice:

"This flag, which holds special significance, has a starting bid of... $500! Minimum bid increment is $100!"

At Wayne's prompting, Mike immediately raised his hand.

"Mr. Wayne has bid $500!" the auctioneer announced immediately. "Any further bids?"

Elder Dylan, the owner of the antique shop, smirked and raised his hand.

"Mr. Dylan adds an extra bite, $600!"

Wayne nodded to Mike.

Mike understood and immediately said:

"1000 US dollars!"

Seeing Wayne's determined look, Danny Foster grinned and said:

"3000 US dollars!"

He believed he had figured out Bruce Wayne's temperament.

The other party took great importance on dignity in such public places, as if they truly regarded themselves as some kind of saint.

Once they want something, they'll do anything to get it.

This, ironically, gave Danny Foster the idea that he had a chance to rip off the other party.

He can even raise the price recklessly, and Wayne will definitely follow suit.

Sure enough, Wayne's black henchman immediately raised his hand and increased the price to $4000.

Danny Foster immediately raised his hand again:

"5000 US dollars."

In his opinion, Wayne was incredibly stupid.

This so-called auction, which is controlled by the church itself, raises money that goes into its "Friends of Nature" environmental protection agency. It's like money going in one hand and out the other, a sure-fire way to make a profit.

What can Wayne use to fight him?

However, these street charlatans have always liked to do this, deceiving people by acting every day. Over time, they end up deceiving themselves too.

Since the other party wants to spend money, let them spend it.

Soon, the other party followed up several more times, and the price once again reached $10000.

This time, Danny Foster didn't raise the price again, but instead clapped and laughed:

"Mr. Wayne, you are truly a remarkable young man. Thank you for your golden heart of charity."

The other church elders present also smiled and applauded, but their gazes toward Wayne all contained a hint of contempt and mockery.

In their view, a so-called spiritual medium from the street was a complete fraud.

They actually tried to attach themselves to their church of witnessing the gospel; they're just like a clown jumping around.

The reason the other party spent a lot of money to buy these two pieces of junk was obviously to curry favor with these church elders.

They may accept the money, but to think they can use it to enter the church is pure wishful thinking.

Wayne looked calmly at Danny Foster and the others, and slowly said:

"Elders, Christmas is the day after tomorrow. Shall we convene a general assembly?"

Several elders from the Church of Evangelical Witnesses looked at each other in surprise, not expecting that Wayne was still thinking about joining the council of elders.

For a moment, I couldn't help but wonder if Bruce Wayne was a little mentally unstable.

Danny Foster, with a slight upturn of his lips and a standard American fake smile, said:

"Of course! Christmas is a big day. Although this year Christmas doesn't fall on a Sunday and there won't be a special Sunday worship service, there will still be morning worship."

Following the updates has never been so enjoyable.

"At that time, the entire church congregation will be present, making it a good time to hold a congregational meeting."

"Since Mr. Wayne is so eager to join the council of elders, let everyone decide at the general assembly."

"Or rather, it's up to God to decide."

Several elders from the Church of Evangelical Witness exchanged glances, all of them having already seen the answer in each other's eyes.

Since Bruce Wayne is so ungrateful, we might as well take this opportunity to humiliate him properly.

Firstly, it serves to discourage the other party and secondly, it allows for psychological suppression and control over them.

Let this arrogant street psychic understand who really calls the shots in the Church of Witnessing the Gospel.

These elders are the ones who truly have firm control over the entire church and the hearts of its members.

Wayne nodded without saying anything more. He took the Boxer flag, riddled with holes and bloodstains, from a waiter and carefully put it away.

In many people's eyes, this flag is nothing more than a tattered rag.

Wayne's actions caught their attention and immediately drew another round of laughter.

Wayne, however, seemed not to have heard or seen anything. With the flag and the ring in hand, he turned and left the banquet hall under the protection of Mike and David, disappearing into the night.

The elders in the room exchanged smiles, and Danny Foster shrugged, saying:

"Twenty thousand US dollars, thank you so much, Mr. Wayne."

Elder Richard chuckled, raised his glass, and said:

"I'm actually looking forward to Christmas the day after tomorrow...it's sure to be a fun day..."

The group raised their glasses together and drank the red wine as if they were sipping blood...

……

By the time I left the charity gala, night had already fallen.

Wayne immediately got into the Cyberpick and headed towards the neighborhood where the underground shelter was located.

Gently stroking the Boxer Rebellion flag riddled with holes, Wayne couldn't help but feel a little puzzled.

How can we find the relics using this flag?

Whose remains are they?

There were quite a few famous Boxer Rebellion leaders in history.

This includes Zhao Sanduo, a major founder of the Boxer Rebellion and a master of Plum Blossom Fist; Zhu Hongdeng and Yan Shuqin, core leaders of the Boxer Rebellion in northwestern Shandong; Zhang Decheng, who established the "Number One Boxer Rebellion in the World"; Cao Futian, who led the Qianzi Group to guard the Laolongtou Railway Station; and Lin Heier, the "Holy Mother of Yellow Lotus" who organized the Red Lantern Society.

According to the system's current assessment, the remains of these people should all be considered sacred remains.

I just don't know which leader this flag is associated with.

But thinking about these things now is useless.

I imagine this flag will play a unique role when we actually encounter clues about the Holy Relics.

Wayne casually put away the Boxer Rebellion battle flag.