What are some interesting plot ideas for Beauty and the Beast fanfiction?

One idea could be exploring the Beast's past more deeply. Maybe a story about his life before the curse, his relationship with his family and how it all led to his current situation.

Maybe the Dark Beauty is not truly human but a being from another dimension. She and the Beast have a connection that transcends their different forms. They must figure out how to break the curse on the Beast's castle while also dealing with her other - dimensional nature.

One idea could be exploring the Beast's past more in - depth. Maybe show his life before the curse and how it affected his personality. Another could be a modern - day retelling where Belle is a scientist trying to find a cure for the Beast's curse.

Well, a cool fanfiction concept could be that Belle discovers a hidden part of the castle that holds the secrets of Beast's past. As she uncovers these secrets, it deepens their relationship even more. Or perhaps a story where Beast gets turned human for a short time and he has to adapt to the human world without Belle by his side at first. He then realizes how much he truly depends on her. Another interesting one would be a fanfiction where Belle's father gets lost in the enchanted forest again, and Beast and Belle have to go on a new adventure to find him.

One idea could be that Draco is cursed to be a beast and Hermione stumbles upon his enchanted lair while on a research mission. She initially fears him but then realizes there's more to him than his beastly exterior.

One idea could be a 'what if' scenario where Gaston has a change of heart. Maybe he realizes Belle's kindness towards the Beast makes her truly special and he tries to make amends for his past behavior. He could start by helping the villagers understand the Beast better instead of leading them to attack the castle.

One interesting plot might be that Gaston somehow gets transported into the enchanted castle with Belle. He then has to learn to live with the enchanted objects and the Beast. This could lead to humorous situations as Gaston tries to assert his dominance in a place where his usual tactics don't work. At the same time, Belle could see a different side of Gaston as he struggles to adapt, and it could change her perception of him too.

Well, a great plot might be that a new character enters the Fairy Tail world who is already under a Beauty and the Beast - like curse. The Fairy Tail members don't initially trust this beast - like person but as time goes on, they discover his good heart. Maybe he has some special power that could help the guild in a future battle, and in the process of working together, the curse is broken.

Maybe Hermione accidentally casts a spell that combines the story of Beauty and the Beast with their world. Harry becomes the 'beast' and Hermione starts to live in the same 'enchanted' area of Hogwarts as him. They gradually develop a deeper understanding of each other. As they explore the magic that binds them in this new situation, they also discover secrets about Hogwarts that were previously unknown.

One idea could be Belle exploring the castle gardens barefoot and discovers a hidden part of the garden that has magical plants. Another could be Belle having a barefoot dance with the Beast in a moonlit ballroom. Or perhaps she goes on a barefoot adventure outside the castle and meets some friendly forest creatures who help her understand the Beast better.