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Tomash Billevich

A nobleman and relative of Olenka, serving as her guardian.

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Also known as Tomash, Pan Tomash Billevich, Pan Billevich, Pan Tomash, Billevich, Tomash Billevich, Very Gracious Pan Billevich

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Tomash Billevich shows up with force in XIV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The sword-bearer of Rossyeni; Radzivill has spoken with him about Kmita's marriage to Olenka; he is present at the ball and is greeted by the prince.

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In XIV: The sword-bearer of Rossyeni; Radzivill has spoken with him about Kmita's marriage to Olenka; he is present at the ball and is greeted by the prince. Later, in XVII: The sword-bearer of Rossyeni; Radzivill…

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XIV
The sword-bearer of Rossyeni; Radzivill has spoken with him about Kmita's marriage to Olenka; he is present at the ball and is greeted by the prince.
XVII
The sword-bearer of Rossyeni; Radzivill orders Kmita to bring him and his niece to Kyedani by force if necessary.
XXI
Hesitates to flee due to property concerns, but is persuaded by Volodyovski. Also resists Kmita's invitation to Kyedani but weakens until Olenka intervenes.
XXII
Brought to Kyedani with Olenka; he tells Radzivill the story of Volodyovski's escape to deflect suspicion.
XXXV
Defies Boguslav's threats, choosing imprisonment in Taurogi over Kyedani; later drinks with Boguslav.
LXXXIII
Returns to find his estate burned; enraged, he plans to raise a force and attack the Swedes.
LXXXIV
Initially astonished by the prince's proposal, he is persuaded by Boguslav's patriotic reasoning and agrees to a secret marriage.
LXXXV
Recovers from injury, receives Boguslav's letter about the money, and reacts with fury.
LXXXVI
Despairing over lost money and captivity; later comforts Olenka and expresses faith in Sapyeha and divine justice.
XCIII
The sword-bearer of Rossyeni, now leading a sizable insurgent party, he welcomes the maidens and plans to attack Ponyevyej.
XCIV
Leads the defense of Volmontovichi, believing in Babinich's imminent arrival and later pursuing the retreating enemy.
XCVI
Olenka's uncle, managing Vodokty with her; accompanies her on the ride and later questions her feelings about Kmita.
XCVII
Accompanies Olenka to church and leaves with her after the service.

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