A really interesting fanfiction could be set in an alternate universe where Sasuke never left the village in Naruto Shippuden. He and Sakura start to develop feelings for each other much earlier. They go through all the challenges of being young ninjas together, and their relationship blossoms as they face various threats to the village side by side, and they eventually get married and have a family.
They explore it through different adventures. For instance, when they are on a mission together in a fanfiction, they might have to rely on each other in ways they haven't before. This can lead to a deeper understanding between them.
It could start with a chance encounter. For example, at a festival in Konoha. Hinata is there with her friends and Sasuke is just passing by. Their eyes meet briefly, and there's a spark of something new. Later, they are paired up for a training exercise. Hinata's unique fighting style impresses Sasuke, and he gives her some tips. Hinata is shy but also grateful. Over time, they start to communicate more, sharing their thoughts about the future of the village, and from there, their relationship blossoms.
Their friendship could start with a simple exchange. Maybe Sai tries to draw Sasuke and Sasuke is initially annoyed. But then Sai shows him the drawing and Sasuke sees a different side of himself in it. This small moment could be the start of them getting to know each other better. For example, Sasuke might start to ask Sai about his art and Sai would be happy to share, gradually breaking the ice between them.
The timing for Sasuke's story in Naruto Shippuden is quite fluid. It can be influenced by the need to develop other storylines and characters. So, it's hard to put an exact number on the time passed before his story kicks in.
Sasuke's story wraps up in the final arcs of Naruto Shippuden. It's a complex and emotional ending that ties up his character development and relationships.
A unique way to develop their relationship could be through a time - travel plot. They could be sent back in time to when they were children. This would give them the chance to change some of the events that led to their strained relationship in the original timeline. They could also get to know each other all over again, but with the knowledge and experiences they have from the future, which would lead to a very different and more intimate relationship.
One popular storyline is about Naruto and Sasuke teaming up against a new, powerful enemy that threatens the entire ninja world. In this type of fanfiction, they put aside their differences and combine their unique skills, like Naruto's Rasengan and Sasuke's Chidori, to defeat the foe.
Fanfictions often depict Sakura's growth in relation to Sasuke by highlighting her emotional maturity. At first, she was a girl with a simple crush on Sasuke. But as the story progresses in fanfictions, she starts to understand Sasuke on a deeper level. She realizes his pain and his reasons for his actions. This understanding makes her more empathetic and also helps her grow as a person. She becomes less clingy and more of an equal partner to Sasuke, which is a huge growth from her initial character in the series.
By their unique abilities. Naruto's Rasengan, Sasuke's Sharingan, these abilities can be the starting point for many fanfiction ideas. Writers can think about how these abilities could be used in different battles or situations not shown in the original.