Challenge: mining construction
Word Count: 100
Note: “Sais” is a Welsh term for “Englishman.” It's not always flattering.
“It sounds like they don't even want the mines reopened.” The Ministry official in charge of mineralogical surveys drummed his fingers on the cover of Severus' report. “It's a rich seam of magical-grade gold, too. If they were willing - “
“We should have sent a Welshman, not me.” Severus thought of the townspeople, and how their history of betrayal at the hands of the Muggles was so close to how the mill owners had treated his father's union. “Maybe they'll listen to one of their own.”
“Not a bad idea,” said the Ministry man. “We'll see.”