"Where I'm from, there are The Originals - the first generations of vampires. They don't quite hold the power that they used to, but when their attention is caught and they step in, it's in your best interest to listen." Stefan had never met an Original (at least, not from his present canon point), but he had heard all about them and their ringleader, Klaus, from Lexi.

He nods. "I take it your kind has the ability to...persuade people into lending a vein?"