Petryla

Friend who teases Liudas about his colaratka and uniform details. Petryla protests the removal of the pot during the feast, warns others about the inspector, and displays a quick temper in the “Žiurkininkas.” Accompanied Liudas on holiday, discussed differences between parishes, and narrated clergy life with anecdotes about drinking and authority. Petryla writes to Vasaris asking him to leave early for a farewell, organizes the clergy’s travel, and acts as liaison during the event. Petryla is mentioned as the host of the garden where Liudas’s memory with Liucė occurs and later invites Liudas to walk in the garden after the celebration. Petryla reports the summons to the parlatorium, jokes about Liucė’s gifts, assists Vasaris with books, and engages in the festive gathering. Discusses Liucė's upcoming arrival at the seminary with Vasaris. Acts as Vasaris' literary mentor, urging him to publish his poems and praising his youthful enthusiasm Commented on Liucė’s change and Vasaris’s feelings, suggested Vasaris not follow his example, took part in the banquet’s drinking and jokes. Petryla escorts Vasaris to Kleviškio for a major celebration, hosts a banquet, and partakes in a lively drinking episode. Recited a Latin phrase to Vasaris, questioned his feelings, and warned him not to be angry during the ordination.