# Olenka Billevich — The Deluge character guide > Olenka Billevich in The Deluge by Henryk Sienkiewicz. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Olenka, a Billevich, Billevich, Olenka Billevich, the Billevich, old Billevich, unhappy Olenka **First appearance:** 0007-i ## Snapshot A proud young noblewoman held captive by Prince Boguslav, whose tears of joy and grief conceal a fierce will to escape. ## Who they are Olenka endures captivity alongside her kinsman Billevich, weeping from both relief and suffering as she learns that Prince Boguslav is a traitor and a heretic. She clings to the hope that knights like Volodyovski and Skshetuski will come, and her proud spirit refuses to break even as she plots escape. Her plight personalizes the cost of Radzivill's treachery and gives the coming rescue a face worth fighting for. ## Relationships ### [Andrei Kmita](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/andrei_kmita) _romantic_ 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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/prince_boguslav_radzivill) _psychological_ Prince Boguslav Radzivill manipulates and pursues Olenka Billevich, using her as a pawn in his schemes against Kmita. ### [Anusia Borzobogati](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/anusia_borzobogati) _friendship_ Anusia Borzobogati and Olenka Billevich are close friends and confidantes, sharing their romantic troubles. ### [Andrei Kmita](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/andrei_kmita) _romantic_ 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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/andrei_kmita) _romantic_ 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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/prince_boguslav_radzivill) _psychological_ Prince Boguslav Radzivill manipulates and pursues Olenka Billevich, using her as a pawn in his schemes against Kmita. ### [Prince Boguslav Radzivill](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/prince_boguslav_radzivill) _psychological_ Prince Boguslav Radzivill manipulates and pursues Olenka Billevich, using her as a pawn in his schemes against Kmita. ### [Anusia Borzobogati](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/anusia_borzobogati) _friendship_ Anusia Borzobogati and Olenka Billevich are close friends and confidantes, sharing their romantic troubles. ### [Anusia Borzobogati](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/anusia_borzobogati) _friendship_ Anusia Borzobogati and Olenka Billevich are close friends and confidantes, sharing their romantic troubles. ## In the story ### [The Deluge](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/i) Granddaughter and heiress of Heraclius Billevich, betrothed to Andrei Kmita. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/iv) Receives Kmita and his men with dignity, then accompanies Kmita on a sleigh ride where they exchange affection. ### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/vi) Confronts Kmita about his violent deeds and demands he reform or lose her. ### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/viii) Rescued from captivity, shows concern for Kmita's condition. ### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/ix) Refuses Volodyovski's proposal in the excerpt, though she shows gratitude for his rescue. ### [X](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/x) Refused Volodyovski's proposal because she loves Kmita; has left Vodokty with wagons and bags, destination unknown. ### [XIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xiii) Mentioned by Volodyovski as the object of his unrequited love. ### [XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xvii) Mentioned as the niece of Pan Billevich; Radzivill plans to bring her and her uncle to Kyedani as hostages. ### [XX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xx) Mentioned as the niece of the sword-bearer whom Kmita is ordered to bring to Kyedani. ### [XXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxii) Brought to Kyedani as a prisoner with her uncle; her cold silence during Kmita's trial causes him deep anguish. ### [XXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxiii) Attends the feast reluctantly, conflicted about her judgment of Kmita and her feelings for him. ### [XXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxiv) Kmita asks Radzivill to protect her; Radzivill promises to send her to Tanrogi. ### [XXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxvi) Appears in Kmita's thoughts and memories; he yearns for her and hopes she will eventually understand his choices. ### [Chapter XXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxviii) Olenka remains in Kyedani, vulnerable to Prince Yanush Radzivill's vengeance, a constant source of Kmita's anxiety. ### [XXXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxxiv) Discussed as a hostage; Boguslav plans to take her to Tanrogi to force Kmita to surrender the letters. ### [XXXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxxv) Prays alone after Kmita's departure; later vehemently denies Boguslav's accusation against Kmita. ### [XXXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxxvii) The starosta's daughter who gives Kmita a ducat for a Mass for a sinful Andrei, causing Kmita astonishment. ### [XXXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxxviii) Appears in Kmita's feverish visions, symbolically blended with the country's fate. ### [LIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/liii) Mentioned as Kmita's beloved who despised him as a traitor after the Kyedani treaty, though she remained loyal to the king. ### [LV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lv) Mentioned as the object of Volodyovski's interest behind the walls of Tykotsin. ### [LIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lix) Her removal from Kyedani is the source of Kmita's anguish; reported safe in Taurogi with Yanush's widow. ### [LX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lx) Mentioned as the recipient of the king's ring; Kmita sends Soroka to learn of her situation in Taurogi. ### [LXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxv) Mentioned as being taken to Taurogi by Boguslav; Kmita had sent Soroka to get news of her. ### [LXXX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxx) Refuses Prince Boguslav's marriage proposal; protected by Hassling; remains resolute. ### [LXXXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxii) Admires Boguslav as a hero but remains virtuous and distant, considering flight to Byalovyej and the cloister for peace. ### [LXXXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxiii) Learns of Boguslav's intentions; plans escape with her uncle. ### [LXXXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxiv) The object of Prince Boguslav's marriage proposal; she is not directly present but is discussed as the intended bride. ### [LXXXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxv) Remains in Taurogi with her uncle, advises reading Boguslav's letter, and expresses defiance. ### [LXXXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxvi) Comforts her uncle, plans escape, and confides in Kettling; her despair turns to hope upon hearing of Chenstohova's defense. ### [LXXXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxviii) Receives warning from Kettling; bitter that flight was not arranged earlier; hides the pistol left by Kettling. ### [LXXXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xcii) Volodyovski expresses concern for her safety and entrusts her to Kmita. ### [XCIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xciii) Freed from Taurogi, she joins Pan Billevich's camp and struggles with her conflicted feelings for Kmita, praying in anguish. ### [XCIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xciv) Shows bravery during the battle, tending to the wounded afterward and leading the nursing efforts. ### [XCVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xcvi) Living at Vodokty, managing the estate and preparing to enter a convent; deeply conflicted upon learning of Kmita's return and injury. ### [XCVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xcvii) Sees Kmita at church, is deeply moved by the king's letter, and kisses his hand in front of the congregation. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters/olenka_billevich - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/characters