Hey what's up? I enjoyed the reviews I got on the last chapter. Thanks for those. I'm planning on having a poll on what weapon Naruto will master. If you care about which way it goes than vote. If not, I have something in mind. Well on to the Chapter!

I do not own Naruto or Warhammer 40K

"You're dismissed Kakashi," Sarutobi said with a wave of his hand. The dog masked ANBU Shunshined out of the room as Sarutobi leaned back in his chair. Kakashi had delivered a rather intriguing report. After the initial shock in the mission hall earlier that day, Sarutobi had Kakashi trail Thane to observe his assignment. The report he had gotten back had shocked him. The Ronin had taken down a low Jounin ninja in less than five minutes. And he wasn't even going all out. Datsuki Rena A.K.A. Bladestorm as the Bingo book called him, was a very reputable kenjutsu master. His skills with a blade were what had made him A-ranked in fire country. That a common mercenary was able to take him out was absurd. Though he no longer thought of Thane as common. The man was obviously hiding something from him. The fact that he had showed up out of nowhere had already made Sarutobi suspicious. Add to the fact that he showed up in the company of Naruto and Sarutobi was absolutely sure that there was something going on. Strange events seemed to follow Naruto. He was sure that this was the beginning of another one. Putting his pipe down he began to ponder his next course of action. In regards to how Thane answered his questions, he might have a use for him. He knew that the man would not be forthcoming with all his information. Sarutobi didn't even think that he would tell him the truth. But there was more to gain than lose here. Thane wasn't connected to Konoha Government or Shinobi Military. He was basically a black hole in political control. Being a freelancer made it so he couldn't be controlled by the Konoha council. They might try to enlist him but Sarutobi wouldn't allow it. He had bigger plans for Thane. The armored giant might be what Sarutobi needed to tip the scales of power in his favor. Now he just had to apply him right.

Eight hours. The entire mission took eight hours. Than could see the gates of Konoha just over the horizon. He wasn't looking forward to the staring he knew he would get. The entire time he was leaving the village, every single person he passed seemed to be stunned silly. It was actually the reaction that he hoped to get. Thane thought back to what Gabriel had told him aboard the Litany of Fury.

Flashback

Thane and Gabriel exited the Captain's quarters and began to make their way towards the med bay. Thane would leave immediately by drop pod. The Servitors were already scanning the nearby areas around the settlement. They wanted to touch down in an area with no people yet still be as close as possible. Landing hidden near a village with 500,000 people was rather difficult. Gabriel suddenly stopped. Thane kept walking before noticing the absence of the Captain. Turning around he looked questionably at Gabriel. The man looked deep in thought.

"I have an idea. It's risky but it might work." Gabriel said seemingly to no one in general. Thane was silent, waiting for Gabriel to finish contemplating his plan. Soon the old captain looked up at Thane. "We don't know how many Inquisition members are actually involved in this plot, if there even is one. But I can't shake the thought that they might also have agents on the planet. In order for our plan to proceed, I will need to find out how involved our enemies actually are. I want you to make noise on the ground. Don't make it obvious, but just enough to get noticed." Thane was baffled.

"What? Wouldn't that draw unnecessary attention? I thought we were trying to be under the radar?" Thane said. Gabriel began to walk again and Thane followed.

"Normally yes, but we don't know how far their plan has proceeded or how long it has been into effect. We need to capitalize on the time that we have. If word about you gets around fast enough, it might draw our enemies out of hiding. In fact, I want you to cause as much commotion as you can without being too obvious." Gabriel said, stopping outside the door of the med bay. Thane thought about it for a moment. If the inquisition was planning something and they didn't want the Imperium to know, than they couldn't use any legal action to detain Thane for fear of being discovered. If they sent someone to take care of him, than that would confirm Gabriel's suspicions. All in all it was a win, win situation. Unless of course there wasn't something being orchestrated here. Than they were all fucked. Either way, Thane would follow the orders given to him by his captain. For better or worse.

Upon entering the village and making his way down the main street, the stares were already beginning to happen. Thane knew that it was the armor that made him stand out. He guaranteed that no one else on the planet wore armor like his. If its description got around, then the Inquisition was sure to know that he was here. He would be forcing their hand. If things worked out well, than Thane and Gabriel would be getting some much needed answers. If it didn't than they would just have to burn that bridge when they got to it. It took Thane about five minutes to reach the Hokage tower. Upon approaching the entrance, the guards let him pass. Though they seemed to be on edge. Thankfully he had cleaned the blood off of his armor at a nearby creek before entering. Walking through the gates covered in gore would most likely start problems he didn't need. Walking up the stairs he reached the secretary's desk. She looked up, only to keep looking up until she reached his face. Her eyes were wide as she observed him.

"I'm here to speak to the Hokage." Thane said. She slowly nodded and spoke into the intercom with a shaky voice.

"H-Hokage-Sama. There is s-someone here t-to see you," She stuttered out. After getting the conformation from the Hokage, Thane opened the doors and stepped inside the room. The Hokage was sitting behind his desk, observing Thane as he entered. He guessed that the old man would cut directly to the chase. No need to play coy. As Thane shut the doors, Sarutobi stood. Walking over to a wall, he bit his thumb and brushed a picture of a blond haired man. The blood sat on the picture for a moment before seemingly being absorbed. Thane heard a low hum for a moment and then it disappeared. Sighing, Sarutobi walked over to his chair and sat back down.

"Now that we have some privacy, why don't we start?" He said eying Thane under his hat. Thane began to feel uneasy from the look the man had. That was saying something. It took a lot for Thane's nerves to act up. Thankfully he didn't let it show on the outside. He decided to be forward.

"So how about we cut to the chase and not dance around what the real subject of this conversation is," Thane said. Sarutobi chuckled, shaking his head a little.

"Ah, the brashness of youth."

"I'm 97 years old." Sarutobi choked on his pipe as his eyes grew wide. Observing the space marine, he couldn't sense any deception.

"97? But how. You don't look a day over 25." Thane decided to risk a little.

"I've had genetic modification. I will live over five human lifetimes if I'm lucky." Sarutobi closed his eyes and was silent for a moment.

"I don't envy you. I don't think I could stand to live that long." Sarutobi's words confused Thane. Genetic longevity was one of the most admirable traits of the Adeptus Astartes. It gave them the ability to cast aside the frailty of age and oppose the enemies of the emperor. Deciding to let it go, Thane waited for Sarutobi to get to the point. Sarutobi, seeing that it was time for business, became serious.

"I know you're not some random mercenary. I don't even think you're a traveler. I believe you came here for a reason. I know that you're not going to tell me the truth either. I'm not stupid. But I do want to know your intentions in this village," He said, sending a little KI at Thane. Thane wanted to laugh. If the man was supposed to be intimidating, than he was failing miserably. But he had to give it to the old Hokage. The man cared for his people.

"Do not worry Hokage-Sama. I do not wish ill towards the village or your people," Thane said. It was the truth. This village was nothing more than a temporary residence for Thane. The old man visibly relaxed.

"Good. I have an offer I would like to extend to you if you will."

Sorry about how short the chapter was. This was in all actuality, the best place to stop. I would have had to keep writing for a long time if I didn't. I hope I'm not making the story too boring. Trying to build up story first before actually getting to the meat of it. Review please.