The Creon is basically the right-hand man, king's advisor, chief general, The Dragon, or other somesuch person of considerable power or influence who is not himself at the pinnacle of the pyramid. He's the second-in-command. However, unlike The Starscream, The Creon is decidedly not gunning for the first spot. Maybe he doesn't want the responsibility; maybe he's just fine where he is; or maybe the top spot is just too dangerous a place for a person like him. He fits his job as second, and even if offered the top spot he just won't take it - regardless of how lucrative the offer.