Well, I am now 3/4 of the way through and about to head into the climax part of the story. So stick around. Enjoy!
As Chouji finished the last bits of food at the table, Naruto got up and announced he had something to say.
"Firstly, thank you everyone for coming out tonight for dinner. Especially some unexpected though very welcome guests from the Sand Village", he paused to indicate the trio of siblings. "Hinata and I have really enjoyed ourselves tonight."
"Yes, we have. Thank you everyone for tonight. And for being there for us all these years", Hinata said, bowing her head.
"Yes, thank you everyone", Naruto continued. "Of course our wedding will be in a few days and we will see you all there. I hope you have a great few days in the lead up and enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms around the village."
Everyone clapped and cheered as he paused.
"And to Sasuke and Sakura in particular, thank you for being there for me all these years. I know it will be your turn soon", he added winking at Sasuke. Sakura clung more tightly to the brooding Uchiha as everyone laughed.
"And we will be heading out for a drink after this with Grandma Tsunade, Kakashi Sensei and a bunch of other ninja so I hope you can all join us if you haven't got any other plans." Naruto paused as a smile came to his face. "Of course that means you and Temari are excused, Shikamaru", he added looking at Shikamaru. "You're going to need more than a few drinks if you don't-"
"That's enough Naruto", Gaara interjected, glaring at Naruto. When it was clear Naruto was finished, Gaara looked past him to catch his sister's eye. "But yes, Temari, please stay so I can have a word with you."
Hinata tugged on Naruto's leg, telling him to sit back down.
"And you're not going anywhere either Mister Troublesome", Ten Ten exclaimed loudly to Shikamaru.
Thankfully, the door slid open again as the serving staff came out with dessert.