It was definitely taken as one, although with a dash of amusement to help it along. "There are many different sorts of vampires," Eric replied. "I'm sure some of them turn ugly with age. We don't. But I'm probably not that old, compared to Fae."

The truth was, he had no idea. The Fae were pretty secretive, and predictably did not seek out the company of vampires even when they lived on this plane. Not wanting to be drained dry by one with poor impulse control, and/or no understanding of the consequences of their actions.