Phew.

Tippin was glad to see Tinka. Very glad.

Tinka was much better in the kitchen. Not as good as Pips but MUCH better than Tippin.

"Tippin has had good summer, thank you Miss Rosie." The forgetful little house-elf's ears wiggled as he addressed the girl with the red hair. "Tinka will be making you the best cookies and cupcakes."

He gave the two hungry studentsies a bow and turned to the newcomer with the box.

She had cookies? And she wanted Tippin to try them?

"No thank you, Miss!" Tippin shook his head quickly, ears flapping some more. "Tippin must not be accepting treatsies! Tippin must be working!"