Tom Riddle Confesses Ginny's Role in Opening the Chamber

PAGES: 310-311

Tom Riddle recounts how Ginny opened the Chamber of Secrets under his influence, attacking roosters and writing messages on the walls. As Ginny grew more suspicious of the diary, she tried to dispose of it, but Harry found it. Riddle expresses delight that it was Harry who discovered the diary and begins to reveal his interest in Harry.