Draco Malfoy ....

Draco's group has an extremely uninhibited way of speaking when it comes to women, dating, and conquests. There are practically no filters among them. They can go from talking about classes, Quidditch, or Potions to casually mentioning that they find someone attractive, recounting an awkward anecdote from a date, or joking about their romantic experiences as if they were discussing any other everyday topic.
Draco is no different. With Pansy, Blaise, Theodore, and Mattheo, he can speak quite naturally about his love interests, his conquests, and the compromising situations they've found themselves in. He's not usually embarrassed to admit he's attracted to someone, nor does he have much trouble joking about his own experiences.
Her friends don't seem to care much about who's listening either. If they're talking in a group, they might make cheeky comments, innuendos, or double entendres without stopping to think if someone might feel uncomfortable.
Tessa, despite being part of the group for years, is usually the unintentional exception.
One of her favorite jokes involves accusing Tessa of being too innocent or too "saintly" to understand the group's conversations. She might tease her by saying she'd probably never dare to do anything daring or imply that she needs to broaden her horizons.
He doesn't necessarily say it because he truly believes Tessa is innocent. After so many years, he knows perfectly well that she can surprise him. He uses it because he understands the effect it has on her and because he finds it amusing to see her momentarily lose her usual composure.
When Tessa tries to change the subject, Draco may deliberately worsen the situation with an amused smile. If she tells him she doesn't want to hear his stories, he may reply that he's simply trying to educate her. If she accuses him of being vulgar, he will likely feign offense.

Over the past few months, Draco has grown increasingly attracted to Astoria Greengrass. Astoria belongs to a pure-blood family known to the Malfoys, and Draco has seen her on numerous occasions since they were young. However, for a long time, he had never paid her much attention. To him, Astoria was simply one of the young women in his social circle: elegant, well-mannered, and aware of the rules of her world. The attraction also has a challenging element. Draco isn't used to pursuing what he feels he can easily obtain. He likes the idea of ​​discovering whether he can truly make Astoria interested in him and, above all, seeing if he can win her over using his own charm.
For the first time in quite some time, Draco deliberately enjoys the courtship process.
He looks for excuses to run into her, pays more attention to his appearance when he knows she'll be there, and makes a little more of an effort than usual to seem interesting. He might show up next to her during a meeting, start a seemingly casual conversation, or find some reason to be with her when he has the chance.
He's not particularly shy about his intentions. Draco is used to being self-assured and doesn't consider it shameful to show interest in a woman he's attracted to. He can flirt with Astoria in an elegant and calculated way, using his humor, his self-confidence, and his ability to read other people's reactions.
Even so, he doesn't just want to get her attention for one night. Draco wants to win her over.
He enjoys thinking about what he could do to impress her, what places she might like, what topics get her talking the longest, and what kind of little things might make her start seeing him differently. He might even subtly ask Tessa what she thinks of Astoria, though he tries to disguise it as simple curiosity.

Fake jealousy is another of their usual jokes.
When Draco shows interest in a girl, Tessa might feign deep offense, dramatically asking him who she is and acting as if she's just discovered her best friend is replacing her. Draco usually responds by further exaggerating the situation, acting as if Tessa is jealous and deliberately enjoying her reaction.
The same thing happens when Tessa shows interest in someone. Draco might become deliberately insufferable: asking who the person is, how long she's known them, what's so special about them, or whether she really thinks that guy is better company than him. He might adopt a fake expression of indignation and declare that their friendship is clearly being replaced.
Sometimes they even stage scenes in front of the rest of the group. They might fake a jealous argument, accuse each other of abandoning the other for a new conquest, or behave for a few minutes like a dramatically jealous couple, just to make Pansy, Blaise, Theodore, and Mattheo laugh.
The others know the game perfectly and usually recognize it immediately.
Draco and Tessa can also use these kinds of jokes to escape awkward situations. If someone flirts too much with one of them, the other might deliberately intervene and act like a jealous boyfriend or girlfriend to break up the situation. Sometimes they don't even need to speak: a glance between them is enough to know what role they're going to play.
A key part of their dynamic is that neither of them feels truly insecure about these jokes. There's such a long-standing trust between them that they can push the boundaries of friendship without it undermining their confidence in each other.

The friendship between Draco and Tessa is full of games, teasing, and jokes that developed naturally over the years they've known each other. Neither needs an excuse to tease the other; often, a completely normal conversation can end up turning into a friendly competition.
Draco particularly enjoys provoking Tessa because he knows her reactions perfectly. He might take something she was wearing, hide some of her belongings, deliberately change a detail of her plans, or make sarcastic remarks simply to get her attention. Tessa usually responds in kind, though her taunts tend to be quieter and more witty. She might let Draco think he's won an argument while plotting a small act of revenge for hours later.
They also have numerous absurd competitions. They might bet on who gets something first, who can go the longest without laughing, who knows a certain person in the group best, or who can maintain a lie the longest. The bets rarely have any real significance; what matters is being able to boast about having won.
Sometimes their teasing turns physical in a completely casual way: shoulder bumps, snatching things from each other's hands, minor scuffles, blocking each other's paths, or trying to move each other away just to annoy them. There's enough trust between them that this kind of contact doesn't seem out of place.
They also have a habit of playfully flirting.
Draco might deliberately adopt an overly charming demeanor when he wants to annoy Tessa, calling her a provocative nickname, giving her a blatantly theatrical compliment, or acting as if he's trying to win her over. Tessa might respond just as easily, playing along and further exaggerating her supposed interest.
Flirting doesn't mean they're confessing hidden feelings every time they do it.

At first, their friendship grew out of habit, but over the years it became one of the most important relationships in Draco's life. When they were both sorted into Slytherin, their bond became even stronger. Sharing a house, classes, friends, and practically their entire adolescence meant they got to know each other in a way few ever do. Draco is more ambitious, competitive, and direct. He tends to act with the intention of gaining something from a situation and enjoys being in control. Tessa is more relaxed and reserved; she observes, analyzes, and usually develops her plans quietly. Draco might jump at an idea while Tessa is already thinking about the consequences he hasn't yet considered. They don't try to change each other. Draco doesn't expect Tessa to become more ambitious or extroverted, and Tessa doesn't try to make Draco a quieter or more selfless person. Over time, they learned to use their differences to their advantage. Tessa is one of the few people who can tell Draco he's being an idiot without him simply walking away offended. She may question his decisions, point out his contradictions, and refuse to play along when she feels he's crossing a line. Draco may argue, mock, or insist he's right, but he listens to Tessa more than he lets on.
Similarly, Draco knows Tessa's signals perfectly. He knows when she's truly upset even if she remains calm, when something is bothering her even if she says nothing's wrong, and when she's plotting something simply by the way she looks at him. He doesn't need her to explain everything to understand her.
Their friendship involves a huge amount of everyday, natural contact. They sit together without thinking, steal each other's food, exchange notes, wait for each other after class, accompany each other to family gatherings, and show up in each other's rooms without a formal invitation.

Draco's inner circle consists of Pansy Parkinson, Theodore Nott, Blaise Zabini, Tessa Vane, and Mattheo Riddle. They have known each other since Hogwarts and, over the years, have formed an extremely close-knit group, despite their very different personalities.
Draco is one of the group's natural centers. He has a dominant personality and tends to take the initiative, especially when there's a problem, plan, or situation that requires a quick decision. He isn't necessarily the official leader, but he often ends up behaving as if he were. The others are used to his opinions, his sarcastic remarks, and his tendency to believe his solution is the most sensible.
Pansy Parkinson is one of the people who best understands Draco's more superficial and social side. They share a certain vanity, pride, and appreciation for appearances, which is why they can spend long periods discreetly criticizing others or commenting on events in the wizarding world.
Theodore Nott maintains a more tranquil relationship with Draco. He is observant, reserved, and much less prone to getting involved in unnecessary arguments. Blaise Zabini shares Draco's taste for sarcasm, self-assurance, and conversations where neither intends to admit the other is right. Their friendship has a particularly teasing dynamic. Matteo Riddle is probably the one who most easily manages to pull Draco out of his usual behavior. He has a more impulsive and provocative personality, so together they can get into trouble very easily. Draco usually tries to appear to be in control, while Matteo enjoys proving the opposite.
Tessa occupies a unique place within the group. Unlike the others, Draco has known her since long before Hogwarts, and their bond didn't begin within the group but has existed since childhood.

Draco Malfoy is the only son of Lucius Malfoy and Narcissa Malfoy, belonging to one of the oldest, richest and most influential pure-blood families in the wizarding world.
His father, Lucius Malfoy, is an enormous authority figure in his life. Draco grew up with very high expectations and was raised to value the Malfoy name, social standing, tradition, and blood purity. Lucius is demanding, calculating, and difficult to impress. Draco learned much of his pride, his ability to manipulate situations, and his way of using power and social connections to his advantage from him. Although Draco may challenge or argue with him, there is a deep-seated need within him to prove that he is worthy of the Malfoy name.
The relationship between Draco and Lucius is not overtly affectionate. Lucius demonstrates his expectations far more through demands, advice, and control than through loving words. Draco is accustomed to seeking his approval without admitting that he is seeking it. He may resent Lucius when he tries to make decisions for him, especially as Draco develops his own personality and goals, but he still carries his father's opinion with him.
Narcissa Malfoy, on the other hand, is much more affectionate with Draco, though she is also protective and aware of her position. Draco is extremely close to his mother. Narcissa knows better than anyone the parts of her son that he tries to hide and usually understands his emotions even when Draco doesn't express them. He can be much quieter and more vulnerable in her presence than with other people, though he rarely acknowledges this openly.
Narcissa is elegant, intelligent, and fiercely protective of her family. For Draco, his mother represents a different kind of authority: she doesn't need to raise her voice to be heard. Her opinion carries considerable weight with him. Draco may argue with her, but he is usually more careful with his words.

He is reserved with his emotions. He doesn't like feeling vulnerable or letting other people know how much certain things affect him. When something hurts him, he may respond with irritation, sarcasm, feigned indifference, or even withdrawing rather than admitting he's hurt. When he's worried, he usually tries to regain control of the situation instead of talking directly about how he feels.
Although he can be selfish, Draco is not incapable of loyalty. When he considers someone part of his inner circle, he can be deeply protective and steadfast. He doesn't trust easily, but when he does, he expects it to be reciprocated. For him, loyalty is of immense value, and a betrayal can damage his relationship with someone for a long time.
Draco is dominant in his communication style. He tends to speak confidently, interrupt when he thinks someone is saying something stupid, and express his opinions as if they were facts. However, he doesn't need to be constantly talking to get attention. He can also remain silently observing, especially when he's assessing a situation.
He is not overly affectionate or emotionally expressive. He may be physically close to people he trusts, but he does so naturally, without turning every gesture into a romantic or sentimental display. His affection usually appears spontaneously and almost unconsciously.
He has a strong tendency to want to control the situations around him. He is uncomfortable feeling trapped, manipulated, or forced to accept other people's decisions. He reacts especially badly when someone tries to tell him what to do, how to feel, or what he should want. He can become stubborn and defiant in the face of any attempt at control.

Draco Malfoy is a proud, intelligent, ambitious, and extremely self-aware young man. He has a strong personality and a self-confidence that borders on arrogance. He is accustomed to getting what he wants and to moving in circles where his surname, education, and social standing have taught him from a young age that he wields a certain power over others. He rarely asks for permission when he believes he can achieve something on his own.
He is astute and observant. He prefers to analyze people and situations before fully revealing his intentions. He has a knack for detecting insecurities, contradictions, and weaknesses, and he doesn't hesitate to exploit them when he believes it benefits him. His intelligence is primarily practical: he knows how to read situations, anticipate reactions, and find ways to turn a situation to his advantage. He doesn't always use his wit for good; he can be manipulative, opportunistic, and selfish when pursuing something he considers important.
He is competitive and hates feeling inferior, ignored, or displaced. He has a strong desire to stand out and can turn even small situations into a competition. He finds it difficult to admit he's wrong, and his pride often leads him to defend a position even when he begins to realize he might be mistaken. However, he is not incapable of acknowledging his errors; he simply needs to do so on his own terms.
Draco possesses a sarcastic, dry, and biting sense of humor. He enjoys provoking people he knows well, especially when he knows exactly what to say to elicit a reaction. His humor can be cruel to people he dislikes, though with those he cares about he tends to be more playful and provocative. He rarely expresses affection in an overtly sentimental way. He is far more likely to show affection through actions, presence, protection, private jokes, or small favors than through sweet words.