Their relationship could evolve in many ways. They'll have to work together to adapt to the new land. They'll share new experiences, like exploring the Land of Wave's hidden places. This shared exploration and the challenges they face together will likely deepen their understanding and friendship.
In the Land of Wave, Naruto and Sakura could also get involved in rebuilding the village. They can use their skills to help the locals. Naruto can use his shadow clones for construction work, and Sakura can provide medical aid to the workers. This would not only strengthen their bond with the villagers but also help them grow as ninjas.
In some fanfictions, Sakura might become more confident after the Wave mission. She realizes the harshness of the ninja world and starts to train harder, not just relying on her teammates. For example, she could be seen spending more time in the hospital, learning advanced medical ninjutsu to be more useful in future battles.
They become more united as they face the challenges of parenting together. Their relationship deepens as they share the joys and sorrows of raising a child.
It often changes drastically. Sakura may initially feel hurt and angry. She might start to question all her previous beliefs about Naruto. For example, if Naruto betrays her trust in a battle situation by seemingly siding with the enemy, Sakura's view of him as a reliable friend and teammate would be shattered.
In some fanfics, their relationship becomes romantic very quickly. For example, in 'Love Blossoms in Konoha', Naruto and Sakura realize their feelings for each other early on and start a relationship. However, in other fanfics like 'The Changing Dynamics', their relationship evolves from a simple friendship to a deep mutual respect over time as they face many challenges together.
It could become more strained at first. Sakura would be hurt, both physically and emotionally, and she might hold a grudge against Naruto. However, if Naruto had a good reason for punching her, like protecting her from a greater danger she didn't see, she might eventually come to understand and their relationship could become stronger in the long run.
The relationship could take an interesting turn. Naruto, having hypnotized Sakura, might start to understand her better on a subconscious level. Maybe he discovers her hidden fears or desires through the hypnosis. Sakura, on the other hand, might develop a sense of vulnerability towards Naruto that she didn't have before. This could lead to a deeper emotional connection between them once the hypnosis is resolved, as they've shared an unusual experience that forces them to re - evaluate their feelings for each other.
This fanfiction changes the power balance within Konoha. Sakura was growing to be a capable kunoichi. Her death would mean a loss of potential power and knowledge for Konoha. Also, it could lead to a rift between Sasuke and the village. Instead of being a potential ally or a wayward ninja, he becomes a murderer, and Konoha would have to deal with him differently.
On Naruto's side, he would probably feel guilty after realizing what he had done. This guilt could make him try to make amends, but Sakura's initial reaction of anger and hurt would still be a big obstacle in their relationship. Their interactions would be filled with tension and awkwardness.
The relationship could take a turn for the worse. Naruto might feel betrayed or unappreciated by Sakura's actions. He could start to view her more negatively, and Sakura might be left to regret her behavior. This could lead to a long - term change in how they interact with each other, with less trust and more distance between them.