Sure does! Naruto becomes Hokage after going through numerous battles and proving his worth. It's a well-earned title that showcases his dedication and the respect he gains from his peers and the village.
In some fanfictions, Sakura might become Hokage through her exceptional medical skills. She could save the life of an important figure during a major crisis, and as a result, gain the respect and support of the village to take on the role. For example, if she cured a widespread disease that was plaguing the Hidden Leaf.
Maybe there's a serious situation or a misunderstanding that stops Temari from smiling. It might be related to their relationship development or an external event.
Well, in certain fanfiction stories, Naruto may hate the Third Hokage due to the way the Hokage handled the Uchiha situation. Since Naruto has friends like Sasuke who are Uchiha, he might resent the Third Hokage for not preventing the downfall of the Uchiha clan, which in turn affected Sasuke deeply. And he may see this as a sign of the Third Hokage's incompetence or lack of real care for the village's well - being as a whole.
There are various types. Some might focus on Naruto's intense training and growth to earn the title. Others could involve unexpected challenges and how he overcomes them to become the Fifth Hokage.
Shikamaru is another possibility. He is known for his strategic mind. As Hokage, he could use his intelligence to make wise decisions for the village. He may not have the brute strength of Naruto or Sasuke, but his ability to plan and analyze situations would be invaluable in leading Konoha.
His godlike power could also change the way he approaches the role of Hokage. Instead of relying on traditional ninja skills and strategies all the time, he might introduce new ways of governing the village based on his unique powers. He could use his power to create new defenses or improve the living standards in the village more rapidly.