Tania did go into the toilet, even though that wasn't her real purpose. She just wanted to avoid Lyra, including Gerald and Weggie. Seeing a bend at the end of the hall, she immediately headed for it at a faster pace.
Several maids looked at her, including several soldiers, who had just seen her figure. With a snort, she said, "The maid must be gossiping about me." It's as if she's holding onto everyone's thoughts.
Shortly after that, she came out of the toilet to walk around. Lyra seemed to see her from a distance but let her go. "Has she realized that I don't want to sit there for long?" she squeaked as she carried the skirt of her dress.
