There was that in his eyes and in his bearing which made me remember that I was a prisoner, and that if I wished it I could have no choice. The Count saw his victory in my bow, and his mastery in the trouble of my face.

– Bram Stoker

Dracula, Chapter 3. Count Dracula displays an air of authority that commands obedience from Jonathan Harker, who feels completely powerless in Castle Dracula.