His actions are telling. He is afraid of the inverse of his demands. Stay on target Ancaire. You are on a righteous crusade. As events unfold be prepared for greater resistance and insanity. Do not emotionally blink, this is par for the course. He wants to control you. He can't now that his actions have cast him adrift.
You, your lawyer and our support will see this through to it's logical conclusion. Be strong Ancaire