Minato speaking drew the shinobi's attention back to him, Gaara's eyes widening the smallest amount in allowed surprise. The offer was kind. Which meant, of course, that it tread on suspicion. And if there was nothing to be suspicious about, then still. Offering to help another you didn't know was unexpected, if nothing else. And reminded him of another.

...That, however, held no relevance right now. Gaara shifted, considering the reasons why this one would offer that and falling short. He tilted his head towards the sword Minato held in hand. A point in motive, if not behavior. "...Do you have things you need to do?" It seemed all were rushing around. That this one would be any different would be unexpected.