Their friends would react in different ways. Lee would be extremely enthusiastic, seeing the new life as a symbol of new hope and strength. He might offer to train the baby when it grows up. Tenten could be practical and offer to help Temari with any baby - related gear, like making or finding the best crib. Neji, if he were still alive, would be more reserved but still offer his congratulations and support, perhaps by using his Byakugan to check on the baby's health from time to time in a non - invasive way.
Their relationship would likely become more intimate. They would have to rely on each other more, sharing fears and hopes for the future with the baby. Shikamaru might become more protective of Temari.
Another plot could be that they keep the pregnancy a secret at first. Shikamaru is worried about how the village will react as he is an important ninja. Temari wants to wait until she is further along. But as time passes, they realize they can't keep it a secret forever and start to tell their closest friends and family.
By having them face challenges together. For example, they could be tasked with protecting a valuable ninja artifact from a group of powerful thieves. This would force them to communicate, plan, and rely on each other. Shikamaru would strategize and Temari would be ready to fight off any attackers. Through this shared experience, their relationship could grow.
Their friends would likely be very concerned. Shikamaru, being Temari's close friend and Naruto's teammate, would try to use his intelligence to figure out what's wrong. He might start by just spending time with them, not pushing them to talk right away. Sakura, as Naruto's long - time friend, would probably be more direct. She'd try to get Naruto to open up about his feelings, using her medical knowledge to also check if there's any physical ailment contributing to his depression. For Temari, Ino could reach out, as she's good at getting into people's heads. She'd offer Temari support and try to make her feel better about herself.
There's a fanfic called 'Temari's Choice'. In this one, it delves deep into how Temari's feelings for Shikamaru develop over time. It shows their interactions in different situations, like during a mission where they have to rely on each other completely. It's really engaging as it also includes some great action scenes.
Choji would probably be super excited. He's their close friend and would likely offer to cook all kinds of delicious and healthy food for Ino during her pregnancy. Naruto might be a bit clumsy at first but would be very enthusiastic, offering to do any odd jobs they need. Sakura, being a medical ninja, would be very practical, giving Ino regular check - ups and advice on how to stay healthy. And Kakashi might give Shikamaru some father - to - be advice in his laid - back but wise way.
One plot idea could be the couple preparing for the arrival of their baby. Shikamaru might be thinking of ways to balance his ninja duties with being a father, while Temari could be dealing with the physical and emotional changes of pregnancy. Maybe they face some challenges like the village not being fully supportive at first, but they overcome it together.
One idea could be that they discover the pregnancy and start preparing their home for the new arrival. Shikamaru might be initially worried about how fatherhood will change his laid - back lifestyle but then realizes how much he wants to be there for his family. Temari could be dealing with her own concerns about motherhood while also being excited.
It could be some rogue ninjas who see Temari's pregnancy as a vulnerability and try to target her or Shikamaru. They might think that a pregnant Temari would be an easy target and that Shikamaru would be distracted, so they could try to carry out some evil plan against them.
In Konoha, Naruto's village, there would likely be a great deal of celebration. Naruto is a hero in Konoha, and the news of him having a child would be seen as a sign of new hope and the continuation of a strong bloodline. The villagers might throw parties and offer gifts for the soon - to - be - parents. In Suna, Temari's village, there would also be celebration but with a bit more practicality. The Sabaku clan would be proud, and they might start making plans to strengthen the alliance with Konoha through this new connection. There could also be some concern in Suna about Temari being in Konoha during her pregnancy, but overall, it would be a positive reaction.