The relationship usually develops through shared experiences. Maybe they have to face some challenges together, like dealing with the aftermath of the war or facing prejudice from other wizards. Through these, they learn to trust and rely on each other more and more.
In many cases, the development is also driven by external factors. For instance, there could be a threat to the wizarding world that requires their combined efforts. They realize that they need to put aside their differences and work together. This cooperation over time turns into a deeper emotional connection. They start to respect each other's abilities and slowly fall in love despite their initial animosity.
Draco becomes more empathetic. Adopting Harry makes him look beyond his old pure - blood supremacist views. He starts to understand the struggles Harry has faced.
In the fanfiction, their relationship would be complex at the start. Snape, having his own demons and secrets, would be a bit of an enigma to Draco. Draco, on the other hand, would be dealing with the loss of his family's status. Snape would start by providing a stable home for Draco. As they interact more, Draco would notice Snape's small acts of kindness. Snape would encourage Draco to explore his own identity outside of the Malfoy name. This would lead to a closer relationship, with Snape teaching Draco about things like loyalty, sacrifice, and the true nature of magic, and Draco in turn bringing out a more human side of Snape.
Often, it starts with Bellatrix feeling a strange sense of connection or pity for Hermione. Maybe she sees a bit of herself in the abused girl. Then, as she takes Hermione in, there's a period of distrust from Hermione's side. But over time, they start to understand each other more, and Bellatrix might use her knowledge of the dark arts to protect Hermione in ways others can't.
In most of these fanfictions, the relationship often starts casually. For example, in many stories, Draco and the other character might be in a situation where they are forced to interact frequently, like being assigned to work on a project together at Hogwarts. This proximity leads to a physical attraction that they initially decide to act on without any emotional strings attached. Then, as the story progresses, emotions start to seep in, and they have to deal with the complications that come with it.
In many fanfictions where Peter adopts Miles, their relationship often starts with Peter seeing the potential in Miles. He might notice Miles' spidey - sense or his eagerness to do good. At first, Miles could be a bit in awe of Peter. As time goes on, Peter teaches Miles the ropes of being a superhero. They bond over training sessions, fighting bad guys together, and sharing their personal struggles. Peter becomes a mentor and a father figure to Miles, guiding him not just in his superhero duties but also in his normal life, like dealing with school and family.
Many fanfic authors develop their relationship through mutual help. For example, Remus could help Hermione understand more about the wizarding world's dark creatures because of his experience as a werewolf. In return, Hermione could assist Remus in dealing with his insecurities and social isolation. As they rely on each other more and more, their relationship deepens into a romantic one.
The relationship might start off very tensely. Tom, being who he is, might see Harry as a tool or a project at first. Snape, on the other hand, may be more reluctant but still bound by some sort of obligation. As time goes on, they could develop a strange sort of co - parenting dynamic, with lots of arguments and power struggles over how to raise Harry.
In many such fanfics, their relationship develops through a series of misunderstandings at first. Draco might try to show his interest in a rather clumsy way that Hermione misinterprets as him being mean or up to no good. But as time passes, Draco starts to open up more about his true feelings. He might do things like defend Hermione in public, which surprises everyone. This makes Hermione re - evaluate her view of him, and slowly they start to build a relationship based on mutual respect and attraction.
In some fanfictions, Hermione and Draco become friends through mutual understanding. Maybe they start to see beyond their house rivalries at Hogwarts. For example, they could be forced to work together on a special project for the school. At first, they might be hostile, but as they get to know each other's true selves, a friendship begins to form.