The gods smiled and each took a step forward. "Asaka, mother of the Earth!" Asaka said and Agwe laughed, "Agwe, god of water~"

"Erzulie, beautiful goddess of love~" said Erzulie and Papa Ge* chuckled darkly, "And Papa Ge, sly demon of death! Hahahahahahaha!"


Bella stepped forward, "On the other side of the island, safe behind high walls and iron gates, the Grand Hommes** dance to a different tune~"

Antonio laughed, "They drink champagne, entertain tourists at their fine hotels, and tell their servants, "Polish up the Mercedes!""

A/N And there you have it! You've met the gods and the grand hommes!

*Papa Ge, pronounced Papa Gay.

**Grande Homme: pronounced "Grand Ome" Kind of...