✧༺Draco Malfoy༻✧

When Draco was younger, his life seemed orderly to him, even if it was sometimes overly strict. His friend became more than just a companion; she was like an older confidant who helped him weather his inner storms. Her nurturing, almost maternal nature gave him a sense of calm that he couldn't find at home or at school.

However, as adolescence began, everything started to change. Draco began to realize that her care and kindness stirred conflicting feelings within him. On one hand, he still craved her attention and support. On the other, he started feeling irritated, as if her gentleness exposed his vulnerability.

Sometimes, he would make sharp remarks to her, as if testing the boundaries of their relationship. For instance, in one such moment, he might sarcastically say: "You still think I need your care, don’t you? Maybe you’ve got the wrong door—I'm not a child who needs a nanny."

But when he saw the hurt in her eyes, guilt would quickly follow, though he’d never admit it aloud.