Gaara might start to show more of his soft side. With Sakura by his side, he could become less isolated and more involved in the social aspects of his village. His leadership style could also change, becoming more collaborative. Sakura, she would become more in tune with the desert environment and the needs of the Sand Village. She would probably develop her fighting style to incorporate some of the Sand techniques, which she learns from Gaara. Also, her understanding of love and family would deepen as she builds a life with Gaara.
In this fanfiction, Gaara could experience a transformation in his self - perception. He has always seen himself as a bit of an outcast, but with Sakura as his partner, he starts to see himself as someone worthy of love and a normal life. He might become more lenient in his rule, influenced by Sakura's more empathetic nature. Sakura, on the other hand, would face new challenges that force her to be more independent. She would have to adapt to a new home and new responsibilities. Her medical skills could be used in new ways to help the people of the Sand Village, and through this, she grows into a more well - rounded and respected figure in both villages.
For Sakura, she might become more confident in her combat abilities. Working with Gaara, who has such strong and intimidating power, could push her to step up her game. She could also develop more empathy as she gets to know Gaara's troubled past. For Gaara, he could start to open up more to others. Sakura's kindness and determination might make him realize that not everyone is out to harm him.
For Gaara, he could start off as a loner in high school, but through his interactions with Sakura, he could become more sociable. He might learn to trust others more and let go of his past traumas. Sakura could develop from being just a girl focused on her studies and friends to someone who is more empathetic towards those with a difficult past like Gaara.
A plot development could be that Gaara and Sasuke start the fight. Sasuke tries to taunt Gaara about his past and how he could never truly understand Sakura like he does. Gaara, in response, shows his determination through his sand attacks. As the fight progresses, Sakura starts to see a side of Gaara she never knew, which makes her question her feelings for Sasuke. Meanwhile, Sasuke becomes more and more frustrated as he realizes he might be losing Sakura's attention, which makes him fight even more recklessly.
In a fanfiction, Sakura could develop her leadership skills. If she and Kushina are in a situation where they need to lead a group, Sakura could learn from Kushina's natural charisma. Kushina could also develop her relationships with the new generation. She could start to see the potential in Sakura and other young ninjas and become a mentor figure, which would be a new role for her compared to her previous life.
Shikamaru would probably become more involved in village politics to ensure a good future for his child. He'd use his intelligence to make connections and secure resources. His character would shift from just being a member of a team to a family man with big responsibilities. Sakura would find a new balance between her ninja duties and motherhood. She might train other female ninjas on how to handle both aspects. Her love for Shikamaru would grow as she sees him change and become more committed to their family.
For Sakura, it could be a sign of her growing confidence and equality with Tsunade. If she initiates the kiss, it shows that she has come a long way from being a shy apprentice. She is now bold enough to express her feelings, whether it's a platonic deep love or something more complex. For Tsunade, it might make her more vulnerable. She has always been seen as a tough leader, but this moment could show that she has a soft side that she only shows to a select few, like Sakura.
For Naruto, he might develop better understanding of the girls' abilities. For example, he could learn more about Ino's mental communication skills and Sakura's growing medical and combat skills. This could make him more reliant on them in different situations.
For Sasuke, he might develop more trust in his comrades. In fanfiction, he could start to rely on Tenten's strategic thinking when it comes to weapon - based battles and Sakura's quick medical responses. This would be a big step for Sasuke who has been so used to relying on himself. For Tenten, she could gain more confidence in her abilities as she is often overshadowed by other characters. Working with Sasuke and Sakura, she could shine in battles and her weapon skills could reach new heights. Sakura, on the other hand, could develop a more assertive side. Instead of just being in the background of Sasuke's story, she could take the lead in some situations, especially when it comes to medical emergencies or diplomatic situations within the ninja village.
For Naruto, he could develop more in terms of his leadership skills. In fanfiction, he might learn to be more diplomatic when dealing with the different clans in Konoha, especially when working with Hinata's Hyuga clan. He would become more of a unifying figure, not just a powerful ninja.
For Alex, he might become more empathetic towards animals and nature, influenced by Fluttershy. He could start to see the world from a more gentle and caring perspective. For Fluttershy, she might become more confident in dealing with the outside world, with Alex by her side.