Does he have to be served those papers within a certain time, or can you delay and see what happens?
Oh no. They're a done deal. Signed, sealed and delivered (well, almost).
Is there any way he might have gotten wind of how harsh they were going to be?
No. In fact, he was still under the impression today that his L had dropped his order against me from November. I told H that he wasn't going to like what he read, but he said he understands my position and the position of my L. I kinda warned him, though, that it was going to be harsh. He said that he knew I didn't have a choice.
Relax, it doesn't have to be decided tonight. Go slow.
