You must learn to trust your loa. Chantal led Joey to one of the burning pots. Joey looked back at Baribeau. Joey stuck his hand into the fire, took it out, did the same with his bare foot. A huge grin spread across his face, like a kid at Christmas.
Tonight is special.
Try it tomorrow, and you will discover just how hot the flame really is. Joey's part of the bule'-zin was finished. It was time for him to return to the djevo for one final night, while others danced and prayed for him. Chantal wrapped him up tight again and, before pulling the sheet over his face, kissed him on the forehead. Baribeau was pleased.