A plotline could also involve Zane being in a downward spiral of depression, pushing away everyone around him including Laurence at first. But Laurence doesn't give up. He continuously tries different ways to reach Zane, like bringing him to places Zane used to love or introducing him to new hobbies. Eventually, Zane starts to open up and their relationship deepens as Zane begins to heal.
It could be Zane's own negative self - thoughts. Since he is depressed, his inner demons constantly tell him that he is not worthy or that things will never get better. This internal struggle can act as an antagonist to the relationship between Laurence and Zane as it tries to prevent Zane from accepting Laurence's help and love.
One possible plotline could be that Rouge discovers Shadow in a state of deep depression. She tries to cheer him up by taking him on adventures, showing him the beauty in the world that he's been missing. Another could be that Shadow's depression is a result of his past traumas, and Rouge, with her understanding nature, helps him face those demons. Maybe they start off as just friends, but as Rouge continues to be there for Shadow, their relationship deepens into something more romantic.
Overcoming obstacles is also quite prevalent. It could be external factors like enemies or internal ones like their own insecurities. For instance, in many fanfics, they have to deal with people who don't approve of their relationship, be it as friends or something more. And this makes for an interesting plot as they fight against such odds.
There's also 'Laurence and Zane: A New Chapter' which is quite good. It delves deep into their personalities and how they interact in different situations. It shows their growth as individuals while also exploring their relationship. For example, there are parts where they have to overcome misunderstandings, which is really interesting to read.
One possible plotline could be that Zane is being verbally abused by a rival duelist who constantly taunts him about his past losses. This might lead to Zane having self - doubt and struggling in his duels.
One possible plotline could be that the maid is sent to Naruto by someone who notices his depression. The maid then tries to bring some order to Naruto's chaotic life, cooking for him, cleaning his place, and gradually, through her kindness and care, Naruto starts to open up and become less depressed.
Common themes could include friendship, love, and adventure. Since it's a fanfiction about two characters, their relationship might be explored in different ways, like how they support each other through difficult times.
One possible storyline could be Naruto is depressed because he feels unappreciated in the village despite all his efforts. Sakura, realizing his state, tries to cheer him up by spending more time with him. They start training together and Sakura slowly helps Naruto see his own worth through her belief in him.
One plotline could be that Zane is injured as a result of a malfunction in his own systems. This could be due to a virus or some sort of interference. His friends would then have to figure out how to fix him while also dealing with the threats that his malfunctioning might pose. For example, if his sensors are off, he could accidentally attack his friends. Another common one is Zane getting hurt while protecting someone. He's always the selfless type, so if a civilian or one of his friends is in danger, he'll put himself in harm's way, and that often leads to him getting injured in fanfiction.
The theme of sacrifice could also play a part. Luffy might be willing to sacrifice his own goals or even put himself in danger to help Nami overcome her depression. Additionally, the theme of growth is likely. Nami could grow stronger emotionally as she overcomes her depression, and Luffy could grow in his understanding of complex emotions through this experience.