"I do so appreciate you looking out for me, Professor. Considering the other champions are both 17, I know I’m at quite a disadvantage." Riddle had a sweet smile on his face and looked bashfully down, before looking back up through his lashes, the picture of decorous gratitude. "While I’m confident I can do Hogwarts proud, I do realize I’ll be starting on the back foot, so to say. You are kind to assist me so."