In this fanfiction, it could also be that Lucius himself is transformed in some way that makes him a symbol of Draco's fear. For example, Lucius might be shown as a more cruel and unforgiving figure than in the original books. And Draco, as he grows, realizes that he doesn't want to be like his father and this is why Lucius is his Boggart. He has to overcome this fear to truly be his own person in the wizarding world.
Well, perhaps the fanfiction explores how Draco has to face this unusual Boggart. He might initially be ashamed or try to hide it from others. But as the story progresses, through the help of his friends like Harry and Hermione (yes, an unlikely alliance in a fanfic), he starts to understand the root of his fear of Lucius and tries to change the family dynamic.
One possible plot could be that Lucius is trying to punish Draco for some disobedience or failure. Starving him could be a form of extreme discipline in a very dark and cruel Malfoy family dynamic.
There could also be other characters from the Harry Potter universe. For instance, Draco's mother Narcissa might be involved. She could be either trying to protect Draco from Lucius's influence or be in denial about Lucius being such a negative figure in Draco's life. Additionally, Draco's schoolmates like Crabbe and Goyle might play a role, perhaps they notice Draco's strange behavior when Lucius - as - Boggart is around and try to help in their own clumsy ways.
It could involve Harry having some sort of dark power or being under a dark influence that leads him to enslave them. Maybe he discovers a long - forgotten spell or artifact that gives him this power.
Perhaps it's a story where Draco is learning how to fly better from his father Lucius. Lucius could be showing Draco some advanced flying techniques while they are on the broom, and during the flight, they might have a deep conversation about the family's future in the wizarding society.
One possibility is that Lucius is trying to prepare Draco for a dangerous task in the wizarding world. He believes that by starving Draco, he can make him more resilient and focused. However, this extreme method backfires as Draco starts to lose his health and his magical abilities start to wane. His friends notice the change and try to intervene, leading to a conflict between Lucius and those who want to protect Draco.
One possible plot could be that Lucius is disappointed in Draco for not being as cruel or cold - hearted as he wants him to be. Lucius might try to toughen Draco up by putting him in difficult situations, like making him face a powerful dark creature alone. Draco, being scared and not ready for such a trial, starts to cry out of fear and a sense of being let down by his father.
In this scenario, it could also lead to a major shift in the relationships within the fanfiction. Hermione might feel betrayed if Draco doesn't stand up to his father. And Draco could be forced to make a difficult choice between his family's expectations and his feelings for Hermione. Lucius's interference could also bring in other elements of the wizarding world, like the Ministry or other pure - blood families getting involved depending on how the situation unfolds.
I'm not sure specifically as there could be many different interpretations in different fanfictions with this title. It might involve a power struggle within the Malfoy family, perhaps Lucius punishing Draco for some perceived disobedience or failure.
Family reconciliation is another theme. The Malfoy family has its own internal struggles. A hug between Lucius and Draco could symbolize mending their broken relationship. It could be set in a post - war scenario where they are trying to pick up the pieces of their lives and come to terms with each other again.
A possible plot is that the boggart takes the form of a combined fear for both of them. It could be a powerful dark wizard who has enslaved the wizarding world, and only Hermione and Draco, with their combined knowledge and skills, can defeat it. As they face this boggart, they learn to trust each other more than they ever thought possible.