Well, it could be about a character who has forgotten their true self. In Naruto fanfic, there are often deep psychological aspects explored. So, perhaps someone like Sasuke, who has been consumed by his quest for revenge, is in a kind of 'inner sleep'. A powerful emotional event, like a self - sacrifice from Naruto, could 'wake him up inside'. Or it could be that a character is under the influence of a genjutsu that makes them act against their true nature, and the story is about breaking that illusion and waking up their real self within the chaos of the Naruto world.
A plotline might involve a time - travel scenario in a Naruto fanfic. A character travels back in time and finds themselves in a younger version of themselves or another character who is on the verge of making a wrong decision that will lead to a future of despair. The character then has to 'wake them up inside' to change the course of events. For example, if someone went back to when Naruto was a child and was being ostracized by the village, they could try to wake up the hope and strength within him earlier than in the original story, so that he could face future challenges more effectively.
In Naruto fanfic, characters can gain such power through their own strong emotions. For example, love for their friends and village. Naruto's love for Sasuke was so strong that it could potentially be a force to 'wake Sasuke up inside' when he was lost in his dark path. Another way is through training and mastering new jutsus. A jutsu that can penetrate the mind or soul could be used to reach into someone who is in an 'inner slumber'.
The theme of breaking free from expectations can be seen. In the Glee world, there are a lot of expectations from parents, teachers, and peers. Characters in fanfiction might use the 'wake me up inside' idea as a way to break free from those constraints. For example, a character who is expected to be a star athlete but really wants to focus on singing in the Glee club. The moment they decide to pursue their passion against all odds is like that 'wake me up inside' moment.
The lyrics of the song could inspire a character's internal monologue. Let's say a character is going through a tough time, like dealing with bullying in school. As they listen to 'Wake me up inside', the lyrics start to play in their head and it gives them the strength to stand up for themselves. This can be a way to incorporate the song into the plot while also showing the character's growth.
One possible plotline could be Naruto having to control the power of the Jubbi. He might struggle at first, but with his determination, he gradually learns to harness it for good, like using it to protect the Hidden Leaf Village from a new, powerful enemy.
One possible plotline could be that Naruto finally returns after a long and dangerous mission. Sakura, who has been worried sick, is so overjoyed to see him alive that she impulsively kisses him. Another could be in an alternate universe where Naruto and Sakura are forced to pretend to be a couple for a mission, and during the course of it, real feelings develop and they end up kissing.
One possible plotline could be that Naruto is on a highly dangerous mission alone, perhaps against an extremely powerful and unexpected enemy. He might sacrifice himself to protect his village or his comrades. For example, he could be facing a new type of jinchuriki whose power he underestimated, and in the end, he uses all his strength to seal the enemy away, but at the cost of his own life.
In a Naruto Kurenai pregnant fanfic, the plot could focus on the medical aspects as well. Given the unique world of Naruto with its own medical ninjutsu, it could show how the village's medical team takes care of Kurenai during her pregnancy. Maybe there are some complications that only the special ninja medicine can solve. Additionally, the plot could involve Kurenai training in a different way during her pregnancy to keep her skills sharp but also be safe for the baby. This could lead to her developing new techniques or modifying her old ones. And of course, there could be a sub - plot about the other characters' anticipation of the new addition to the village.
One possible plotline could be that Naruto accidentally uses his fingers in a special jutsu near Sakura and it has an unexpected effect on her chakra. Maybe it disrupts her normal chakra flow momentarily, leading to a situation where Naruto has to help her regain control. This could be a way to deepen their friendship or understanding of each other's powers in the fanfic.
One possible plotline could be Naruto being used as a weapon. Since he has no emotions, he can be easily manipulated. The villains might see him as an opportunity to cause chaos in the village. Another plotline could be Naruto's journey to understand what emotions are. He might observe his friends and wonder why they act the way they do. Maybe he starts to mimic their actions to fit in, but still doesn't truly feel anything.
One possible plotline could be Naruto forming an unexpected bond with the Ichibi. Maybe he discovers a new way to communicate with it that no one else has. This could lead to him using the Ichibi's power in a unique way during battles, like combining its chakra with his own shadow clones in a more powerful form.