[Michael isn't actually convinced he is smarter than her, which is precisely why he feels the need to remind everyone he is so often.]

What? [That's definitely not a topic he was expecting at the moment.]

You really think something in this place could kill me? [He snorts, his tone dripping with the implication of oh that's cute you forgot who you're talking to.

This confidence, however, lasts only until the words are out of his mouth.]

Hang on, you really think something in this place could kill me? [This time it's a genuine question, and a somewhat nervous one at that.]