The Conflict Between Marvolo and Merope Gaunt

PAGES: 208-211

Morfin reveals that Merope is infatuated with Tom Riddle Sr., a Muggle. Enraged by his daughter's affection for a Muggle, Marvolo attempts to strangle her. Ogden intervenes with a spell to save Merope, but Morfin attacks Ogden with hexes, forcing Ogden to flee.