"'e says it's unfair for the Leaky to get all the business from people passing through. And he's got a point, but it doesn't matter - the Ministry and the Muggle government won't go for it," Kevin explained. He knew the Muggles in particular wouldn't go for it - the consignment shop catered to both markets, compared to the Leaky's sole clientèle of wizards. The Muggle government wouldn't want anyone to happen upon the portal even accidentally.
Kevin sighed when he heard Oriel's other question. Manchester. What was in Manchester? What wasn't in Manchester?
"Home. My parents. Jackie. My old newspaper. City. You name it," he said, suddenly a little homesick. Kevin was unusually forthcoming with Oriel, and he had no idea why. Something about the kid just shouted "I can be trusted", and Kevin was at ease.