Another plot could be set in a post - war scenario. Anbu Naruto has to deal with his own traumas, and Ino, with her skills in mind - reading, tries to help him. In the process, they grow closer. Maybe there's a mystery surrounding some old enemy who resurfaces, and they have to work together to solve it while their relationship develops.
A third plot might involve a mission where Ino and Anbu Naruto are sent undercover as a couple. At first, it's just for the mission, but as they pretend to be in love, real emotions start to stir. They face challenges like other ninjas suspecting their true identities and having to keep their act up while also dealing with their growing feelings for each other.
One idea could be that Naruto, as an Anbu, is assigned to protect Ino during a dangerous mission. As they spend time together, they start to see each other in a new light. Naruto's hidden feelings for Ino start to surface, and Ino realizes that Naruto is not the same boy she used to know.
A great plot could be that Naruto accidentally uses a new jutsu that makes him and Ino swap minds. They then have to figure out how to reverse it while living in each other's shoes. Ino has to deal with Naruto's lack of finesse in social situations and Naruto has to handle Ino's more delicate relationships with the other girls. It could be full of comical moments as they struggle to keep their secret. Also, it could lead to a deeper understanding between them as they see what the other's life is really like.
Perhaps a story where Kakashi's past Anbu experiences resurface during a mission with Naruto in the Anbu. They have to deal with an old enemy that Kakashi thought was long gone, and Naruto helps him come to terms with his past traumas.
Another plot idea is that Naruto, Sakura, and Ino are transported to a different dimension. In this dimension, they have to find a way back home while also dealing with the new and strange rules. They meet different versions of themselves and their friends. This makes them question their identities and relationships. Along the way, they have to combine their powers and wits to overcome the challenges and find their way back to their own world.
A plot could involve a time - travel aspect. Naruto, Ino, and Sakura are sent back in time to their early days at the academy. They use their future knowledge to change some events, and in the process, their relationships develop in different ways. Naruto could see Ino and Sakura in a new light as they all struggle to keep their time - traveling a secret and deal with the changes they're making to the past. This could lead to a complex web of emotions and relationships between the three.
One plot idea could be that Demon Naruto is on a quest to regain his humanity and Ino, with her mind - related abilities, tries to help him. She might be the only one who can reach the part of him that is still Naruto beneath the demon exterior. Another could be that they are forced to team up against a common enemy that is threatening the Hidden Leaf Village. The demon powers of Naruto give them an edge in battle, but they also attract unwanted attention.
One plot idea could be that Naruto, with his Sharingan (assuming some kind of crossover or unique power-up), has to protect Ino from a new and powerful enemy. Maybe an ancient clan has emerged that wants to use Ino's mind - control abilities for their own evil purposes. Naruto, with his Sharingan - enhanced perception and combat skills, stands in their way.
Perhaps Naruto discovers a hidden power within himself that only Ino can help him control. In the process of training together, they grow closer. Their relationship could also face challenges from their friends who don't understand their newfound closeness at first.
One idea could be that Dark Naruto, with his edgier and more unpredictable nature, is initially at odds with Ino. But as they are forced to work together on a mission, they gradually start to understand each other. Dark Naruto might see Ino's strength in her mind - jutsu abilities and Ino could start to see the good in Dark Naruto beneath his tough exterior.
Perhaps Naruto's intelligence allows him to discover a new form of jutsu related to the mind, which Ino is naturally interested in. They collaborate to perfect this jutsu, spending long hours together in research and practice. During this time, they start to see each other in a different light. Their friendship evolves into a romantic relationship, and they face challenges from those who oppose their new jutsu's development.
Well, I've come across some. A lot of these fanfictions explore how Naruto and Ino's characters would interact in the ANBU context. They often have to deal with the secrecy and danger of the ANBU missions while falling in love. Some stories are really well - written, delving deep into their personalities. For example, Naruto's determination and Ino's intelligence play important roles in how their relationship unfolds in these stories.