"I have no choice, Elena," Stefan rolled his eyes, "in case your feeble human mind didn't notice...I'm compelled. I like myself this way. This is the real me. The me you met was a me that Lexi tried to create. A vampire...a real vampire...takes what he wants. The sooner you realize that, the better..." he leaned in closer to her face, "because I'm not going anywhere and you're still very..." he licked his lips slightly, "attractive to me Elena."