Even without the words, the attitude of the man's body gave away his fear -- and it was something immediate, Sasuke could tell that much, not the sort of harried presence of someone on the run from a more distant threat. Of what, Sasuke couldn't tell, given that the forest around them was still peaceful with afternoon light and faint birdsong, but the words only confirmed it.

His eyes narrowed slightly, the awareness of the chakra tickling the instinctive want for the Sharingan's clearer sight but not quite enough to activate it just yet. Whatever someone with a chakra like this was afraid of, he knew with certainty that he didn't want it to lead to Konoha without the village being thoroughly prepared.

"What's the danger? I know this area; I can find you a haven if you need it."