Creon and his son Haemon argue over Creon's decision to execute Antigone for burying her brother Polynices. Haemon defends Antigone's actions, saying she deserves praise for honoring her brother when no one else would. When Creon refuses to change his mind, Haemon threatens that if Antigone dies, he will die with her. Their argument escalates, with Creon accusing Haemon of threatening him and Haemon confirming the threat is real.