Did Draco Malfoy Actually Die in The Half-Blood Prince?

The debate over whether Draco Malfoy truly died during a confrontation with Harry Potter in the bathroom scene in The Half-Blood Prince has been a popular discussion point among fans of the Harry Potter series. However, careful examination of the events in the book reveals a different outcome than what some may initially believe.

Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy: A Fateful Encounter

Harry and Draco faced off in the bathroom at Hogwarts during the final moments of The Half-Blood Prince. The tension between the two characters was palpable, with Draco dealing with the guilt and his own@