Olenka Billevich

Andrei Kmita

Andrei Kmita and Olenka Billevich are lovers, though their relationship is strained by Kmita's past actions and Olenka's loyalty to her family.

Prince Boguslav Radzivill

Prince Boguslav Radzivill manipulates and pursues Olenka Billevich, using her as a pawn in his schemes against Kmita.

Anusia Borzobogati

Anusia Borzobogati and Olenka Billevich are close friends and confidantes, sharing their romantic troubles.

Andrei Kmita

Andrei Kmita and Olenka Billevich are lovers, though their relationship is strained by Kmita's past actions and Olenka's loyalty to her family.

Andrei Kmita

Andrei Kmita and Olenka Billevich are lovers, though their relationship is strained by Kmita's past actions and Olenka's loyalty to her family.

Prince Boguslav Radzivill

Prince Boguslav Radzivill manipulates and pursues Olenka Billevich, using her as a pawn in his schemes against Kmita.

Prince Boguslav Radzivill

Prince Boguslav Radzivill manipulates and pursues Olenka Billevich, using her as a pawn in his schemes against Kmita.

Anusia Borzobogati

Anusia Borzobogati and Olenka Billevich are close friends and confidantes, sharing their romantic troubles.

Anusia Borzobogati

Anusia Borzobogati and Olenka Billevich are close friends and confidantes, sharing their romantic troubles.

The Deluge

Kmita's beloved, whose relationship with him is strained by the political chaos and Kmita's initial association with the traitor Radzivill.

I

Granddaughter and heiress of Heraclius Billevich, betrothed to Andrei Kmita.

II

The lady of Vodokty; initially anxious about Kmita's arrival, then charmed and conflicted by his boldness; feels a mix of attraction and alarm.

IV

Receives Kmita and his men with dignity, then accompanies Kmita on a sleigh ride where they exchange affection.

V

Wrestles with anger and shame over Kmita's behavior, defends him to the Lauda nobles but feels deeply wounded by his association with the Orsha company.

VI

Confronts Kmita about his violent deeds and demands he reform or lose her.

VII

Panna Aleksandra mourns the destruction caused by Kmita, struggles with her lingering love for him, and presides over the Lauda elders' councils, advising restraint.

VIII

Rescued from captivity, shows concern for Kmita's condition.

IX

Refuses Volodyovski's proposal in the excerpt, though she shows gratitude for his rescue.

X

Refused Volodyovski's proposal because she loves Kmita; has left Vodokty with wagons and bags, destination unknown.

XIII

Mentioned by Volodyovski as the object of his unrequited love.

XIV

Present at the ball; Kmita sees her from a distance and is overcome with emotion; Radzivill has arranged for her to be there and has spoken to the sword-bearer about her marriage to Kmita.

XVII

Mentioned as the niece of Pan Billevich; Radzivill plans to bring her and her uncle to Kyedani as hostages.

XX

Mentioned as the niece of the sword-bearer whom Kmita is ordered to bring to Kyedani.

XXI

Remains silent and motionless during Kmita's sentencing, then collapses in another room. Later refuses to go to Kyedani voluntarily, preferring death to infamy.

XXII

Brought to Kyedani as a prisoner with her uncle; her cold silence during Kmita's trial causes him deep anguish.

XXIII

Attends the feast reluctantly, conflicted about her judgment of Kmita and her feelings for him.

XXIV

Kmita asks Radzivill to protect her; Radzivill promises to send her to Tanrogi.

XXV

Meets Kmita for a final parting; she forgives him for past wrongs but pleads with him to leave the traitors, weeping at his departure.

XXVI

Appears in Kmita's thoughts and memories; he yearns for her and hopes she will eventually understand his choices.

Chapter XXVIII

Olenka remains in Kyedani, vulnerable to Prince Yanush Radzivill's vengeance, a constant source of Kmita's anxiety.

XXXIV

Discussed as a hostage; Boguslav plans to take her to Tanrogi to force Kmita to surrender the letters.

XXXV

Prays alone after Kmita's departure; later vehemently denies Boguslav's accusation against Kmita.

XXXVII

The starosta's daughter who gives Kmita a ducat for a Mass for a sinful Andrei, causing Kmita astonishment.

XXXVIII

Appears in Kmita's feverish visions, symbolically blended with the country's fate.

LIII

Mentioned as Kmita's beloved who despised him as a traitor after the Kyedani treaty, though she remained loyal to the king.

LV

Mentioned as the object of Volodyovski's interest behind the walls of Tykotsin.

LIX

Her removal from Kyedani is the source of Kmita's anguish; reported safe in Taurogi with Yanush's widow.

LX

Mentioned as the recipient of the king's ring; Kmita sends Soroka to learn of her situation in Taurogi.

LXV

Mentioned as being taken to Taurogi by Boguslav; Kmita had sent Soroka to get news of her.

LXXX

Refuses Prince Boguslav's marriage proposal; protected by Hassling; remains resolute.

LXXXII

Admires Boguslav as a hero but remains virtuous and distant, considering flight to Byalovyej and the cloister for peace.

LXXXIII

Learns of Boguslav's intentions; plans escape with her uncle.

LXXXIV

The object of Prince Boguslav's marriage proposal; she is not directly present but is discussed as the intended bride.

LXXXV

Remains in Taurogi with her uncle, advises reading Boguslav's letter, and expresses defiance.

LXXXVI

Comforts her uncle, plans escape, and confides in Kettling; her despair turns to hope upon hearing of Chenstohova's defense.

LXXXVII

Olenka is present during the news, but grows pale and troubled when Anusia mentions the name Andrei, associating it with a traitor who offered to sell the king.

LXXXVIII

Receives warning from Kettling; bitter that flight was not arranged earlier; hides the pistol left by Kettling.

LXXXIX

Confides in Anusia about her refusal of Prince Boguslav's marriage proposal, and prays for Babinich's safety upon hearing of his march.

XCII

Volodyovski expresses concern for her safety and entrusts her to Kmita.

XCIII

Freed from Taurogi, she joins Pan Billevich's camp and struggles with her conflicted feelings for Kmita, praying in anguish.

XCIV

Shows bravery during the battle, tending to the wounded afterward and leading the nursing efforts.

XCVI

Living at Vodokty, managing the estate and preparing to enter a convent; deeply conflicted upon learning of Kmita's return and injury.

XCVII

Sees Kmita at church, is deeply moved by the king's letter, and kisses his hand in front of the congregation.