On a more personal level, they could face internal guilt. As Naruto grows up and achieves great things on his own despite their neglect, Minato and Kushina may realize what they've missed out on. This realization could cause them a great deal of internal turmoil and regret for not being there for their son when he needed them.
To develop Minato's character, focus on his growth as a ninja. Show how his skills progress from being a young prodigy to a powerful Hokage. For Kushina, emphasize her strong - willed nature and her Uzumaki heritage. Let her use her unique abilities more often. Also, show their relationship growth. Minato could become more confident in his relationship with Kushina as he matures, and Kushina could learn to be more patient with Minato's sometimes - over - serious nature.
One plot idea could be their first meeting. Maybe Minato saves Kushina from some bullies in the ninja academy. It could show how their initial attraction starts. Another idea is a mission they go on together. They face challenges and have to rely on each other's skills, which deepens their bond. A third plot could be about them preparing for their wedding. They deal with the stress of family expectations and also the joy of starting a new life together.
Minato would probably be very proud. He might notice Naruto's use of his own jutsu and be impressed by how Naruto has developed his skills. Kushina would be more emotional, maybe crying at the sight of Naruto growing up so well.
Well, in some fanfictions, the moment when Minato sacrifices himself to save the village while Kushina is already dead is extremely emotional. It shows his selflessness and also the love he has for the village and his family. Also, the flashbacks in some stories about their early days together, like when they trained together as young ninjas and slowly fell in love, are really sweet and emotional.
It might be due to jealousy. If Minato was getting more attention or praise in the village for his achievements while Kushina felt overlooked, that could create resentment. Say, Minato was constantly being hailed as a hero for his speed and battle tactics, and Kushina, who also had great power, felt like she was in his shadow.
No. In the Naruto series, Minato and Kushina have a loving relationship. A fanfiction depicting abuse goes against the essence of their characters and is inappropriate.
A fanfiction could explore the backstories of these characters more deeply. For instance, how Mikoto came to be so proficient with her sharingan, and how her friendship with Minato and Kushina developed over time. This could add a lot of depth to the existing Naruto lore.
One possible fanfiction could involve Minato, Kushina, and Mikoto working together on a mission. Maybe they have to protect the village from a powerful enemy. Minato's speed, Kushina's chakra chains, and Mikoto's sharingan skills could combine in interesting ways during battles.
There's a fanfic called 'Minato's Return'. In this story, Minato somehow returns and gets to see Naruto's growth. It's really interesting to see how he interacts with Kushina, who is also there in the story, and how they both guide Naruto in new ways. The descriptions of their family bond are heartwarming.