Before Airey could answer, two more staff members appeared, likely also pulled towards the room by the sound of yelling. Tiara chuckled at Moxley's remark about tattoos in spite of herself; it was a bit mean, after all.

And once it had been pointed out, the Arithmancy professor had to acknowledge that the state of the room was indeed abominable. "Abraham has been down to the kitchens to discuss it with them, I know," she said. "I believe they are trying their best, but we must have a particularly bad infestation of spiders this year." The weather outside was likely partly to blame; it had been an abnormally cold and wet few months, which would drive any creature to seek the warmth of indoor shelter.

This made her desirous of something warm herself and searched the room for the typical tea service. Apparently the elves were too busy with the webs to keep up on the refreshments. She followed Meredith's lead, but was careful to first test the temperature before taking a cookie. "Mmm this hits the spot, Leobald. My thanks," she said, inclining her head.