Anigone Quote 1

Quote: "In only what is right. It is my merit not my years that count."-Haemon pg 223

Significance: I see this as Haemon going against all tradition in order to defend the one he loves, Antigone, from his father, Creon. Not only is Haemon questioning his father, he's questioning a king! This shows Haemon's boldness, but also his beliefs in justice. Haemon's character quickly shifted from being a submissive prince to an advocate for what is right. In my eyes, it's a good change.

Question: Why would Haemon wait to say these things to his father, rather than saying them right away? Was he going for shock-value?