Well, one way is to have Sakura be involved in group missions or village events with Naruto and Ino. During these, Sakura's actions or words can accidentally push Ino and Naruto closer. For instance, if Sakura accidentally says something that makes Ino feel protective of Naruto. Or Sakura's own busy schedule with her medical ninja duties means that Naruto and Ino have more time alone together. This slowly builds their relationship while Sakura is still an important part of the Naruto - verse in the fanfiction.
One great Naruto, Ino, and Sakura romance fanfiction is 'The Blossoming Love Triangle'. It delves into the complex relationships between the three. It shows how Naruto's carefree nature affects both Ino and Sakura, and how they in turn, with their strong personalities, influence him. The story is full of emotional moments and interesting character developments.
In many of these fanfictions, they overcome obstacles through communication. For example, in some stories, Sakura and Ino have to talk about their feelings for Naruto which then leads them to realize their feelings for each other. It's like they clear the air and find a new path forward.
One good example could be 'The Unspoken Bond'. In this fanfiction, Sakura realizes her feelings for Naruto are more like friendship while Ino and Naruto start to have a connection during a mission. They find themselves relying on each other more and more, and the slow - burn romance begins. Another one is 'Flowers of Love' where Ino's competitive side with Sakura over Naruto turns into a realization that she truly loves Naruto for who he is, not just to win against Sakura.
There's also 'A Trio's Love Story'. This fanfic starts with Naruto being the catalyst for Sakura and Ino's relationship. It shows how their initial rivalry slowly turns into love as they both support each other through various challenges in the ninja world. It has a great balance of action and romance.
One major factor is the large and passionate Naruto fanbase. People who love the series are always eager to explore different aspects of the characters' lives, and romance is a big part of that. Also, the three characters are all very distinct. Naruto is the hero with a heart of gold, Ino is the sassy and smart kunoichi, and Sakura is the strong - willed girl. When you put them together in a romance scenario, it creates a lot of potential for interesting stories, whether it's a love triangle or a more complex polyamorous relationship.
In this fanfic, Ino's character development could involve her becoming more responsible as she controls Sakura. She has to think about the consequences of her actions on Sakura. Sakura, on the other hand, might start to break out of her normal patterns. Since Ino is in control, Sakura has to find new ways to assert herself within the boundaries set by Ino. This could lead to a more nuanced and complex Sakura. For instance, she might learn to communicate her own desires more effectively to Ino, which in turn changes their relationship for the better.
Their relationships develop in a complex way. Naruto has always had a soft spot for Sakura, but with Ino in the mix, things change. Ino might initially be a bit dismissive of Naruto's more boisterous ways, but as they train and go on missions together, she realizes his true strength. Sakura, on the other hand, might feel a bit threatened by Ino's presence at first. However, as they work together, they find that they complement each other well. Naruto helps to break the ice between Sakura and Ino, and eventually, they form a strong bond of friendship and trust.
Sakura in fanfics can develop into a more powerful ninja in terms of combat. She might learn new jutsu that complement her existing strength. Ino could grow in her understanding of the power of her clan's techniques and use them in more strategic ways. Hinata may develop her Byakugan to a new level. For instance, there are fanfics where she can see through illusions more effectively. These developments make their characters more interesting and complex in the fanfic world.
At first, it would be a really shaky and awkward relationship. Naruto's flirting might be a bit too forward for Ino, so she would be hesitant. But as time goes on, if Naruto shows his genuine feelings through his flirting, Ino might start to see him in a new light. For example, when Naruto flirts by sharing his dreams with her, like how he wants to be a great Hokage and make the village a better place for her, Ino might start to respect him more and be more open to his advances.
It could develop into a really good friendship. They'd learn more about each other's quirks and habits.