Maybe the writer wants to explore a darker or more alternative version of Naruto. It could be a way to break the traditional view of his character and see how the story would unfold if he was cold - hearted.
Well, it could be that the fanfiction is set in a very different universe where Naruto has different upbringing or experiences. But this is quite a stretch because Naruto's caring side is so deeply rooted in his story. It might also be that the writer is simply trying to create shock value by presenting such a counter - intuitive view of Naruto. But in general, it's not in line with the essence of Naruto as we know him from the original series, and it might be a bit of a gimmick to make the fanfiction stand out in a sea of more traditional Naruto stories.
There could be several reasons. One might be that they simply have a dislike for the Naruto franchise and are using this extreme concept as a form of protest in a very unorthodox way. Another possibility is that they are just exploring some really dark and unethical ideas for the sake of creativity, without considering the negative impact it could have on the fans of the series. It's also possible that they don't fully understand the significance and positive influence of the Naruto character and are just making a random and inappropriate statement through this fanfiction.
Maybe the author just wants to be different. With so many fanfictions following the same old patterns, this could be a way to stand out.
It might be for creative exploration. Writers often like to play with established characters and relationships. By making Naruto not care about Team 7, they can explore new story directions and character interactions that wouldn't be possible in the canon story.
One reason could be to explore Naruto's character independently. Without the focus on his relationship with Sasuke, the writer can delve deeper into other aspects of Naruto's personality, like his dreams for the village, his relationships with other characters like Kakashi or Iruka. It's a way to break free from the over - emphasized bond in the original story.
One reason could be the author wants to create a unique and edgy story. By making Harry Potter not care about anyone, it's a complete subversion of the well - loved character. It grabs readers' attention.
Maybe the writer just wants to be different. Since Naruto is usually seen as a hero, they might think it's edgy to write him as a loser.
One possible storyline could be that Naruto has faced so many disappointments that he decides to isolate himself from the Hidden Leaf Village. Maybe he feels betrayed by the people he once trusted, like some of the village elders. He might then embark on a journey alone, exploring new lands and meeting different shinobi cultures.
It could be that she has some past trauma related to Naruto's birth or the events surrounding it. For example, if she had a difficult pregnancy or if there were some threats to Naruto's life right from the start that made her distance herself out of fear. Another possibility is that she is under some sort of mind control which makes her act as if she doesn't care.
No. In the original Naruto series, Naruto deeply cares about his friends, his village, and his dreams. He is constantly striving to protect those he loves and to gain recognition. The fanfiction might be taking a very different and inaccurate view of his character.