Chapter 1: The Other Minister

It all begins with the Prime Minister of Britain reflecting on the strange events that plagued the country recently—horrible storms, bridges collapsing, and odd disappearances. As he sits in his office, thinking about these disasters, a portrait on the wall suddenly speaks, announcing the arrival of Cornelius Fudge, the Minister for Magic.

The Prime Minister jumps in surprise as Fudge steps out of the fireplace, his green hat in hand.

Prime Minister: “You again! What is it this time?”

Fudge: “Good evening, Prime Minister. I’m afraid I have more bad news.”

Fudge explains that the recent disasters are connected to Voldemort’s return. He updates the Prime Minister on the wizarding world’s efforts to contain the chaos. The collapse of the Brockdale Bridge, for example, was caused by Death Eaters, while the storm was a result of magical interference. The Prime Minister listens in shock and frustration.

Prime Minister: “I thought you said you had it under control!”

Fudge: “We’re doing our best, but Voldemort’s power is growing. And I’m afraid there’s more. I was replaced as Minister for Magic.”

The Prime Minister is stunned. Fudge explains that his successor, Rufus Scrimgeour, is a tougher and more action-oriented leader. Just as he finishes, Scrimgeour himself appears, stepping out of the fireplace with a commanding presence.

Scrimgeour: “Prime Minister, I am Rufus Scrimgeour. I’m here to assure you that the Ministry is doing everything it can to combat this threat.”

The Prime Minister is unimpressed, still shocked from the revelations. He asks if there’s anything he can do to help, but Scrimgeour shakes his head.

Scrimgeour: “This is a wizarding matter. We’ll handle it. But I thought it important to keep you informed.”

Before leaving, Fudge and Scrimgeour give the Prime Minister a brief rundown of the protections in place for both the Muggle and wizarding worlds. The Prime Minister feels overwhelmed but thanks them for the information.

As the two wizards depart, the Prime Minister sits back in his chair, the weight of the magical world’s troubles now added to his own. He looks out the window, wondering how much more the country—and the world—can endure.