Using you as a 'sidekick' so that they can bask in their reflected greatness. They prop up their self esteem by surrounding themselves with people who provide

Using you as a 'sidekick' so that they can bask in their reflected greatness. They prop up their self esteem by surrounding themselves with people who provide them with admiration. Often narcissistic people are exceptionally talented, successful or intelligent, so they are able to get people to become their followers.