Genesis 43:18
And the men were afraid, because they were brought into Joseph’s house; and they said, Because of the money that was returned in our sacks at the first time are we brought in; that he may seek occasion against us, and fall upon us, and take us for bondmen, and our asses.
Cross-reference
Genesis 42:21
Historical context
In Genesis 42:21, the brothers connect their distress to their guilt over Joseph, which explains the fear they express here.
Genesis 42:28
Historical context
In Genesis 42:28, the brothers' fear over the returned money is echoed here as they suspect the same trick.
Genesis 42:35
Historical context
In Genesis 42:35, the discovery of money in sacks causes fear; here they fear a similar accusation.
Genesis 44:9
Parallel
Genesis 44:9 shows the brothers offering to become servants if found guilty — a direct continuation of the fear expressed here.