It's difficult to believe you didn't fight to the ends of the earth for your million dollars.

Indeed. Without all the information, which I'll never give anyone (especially on the blockchain) you'll never be able to believe that I didn't fight for it. If you knew all the information then I think you'd be able to understand and would agree with my decision.

A lawyer would petition the court to freeze the assets pending outcome

Wrong, in this case.

I feel like the other side of the story would be interesting to hear. Or the real reason you didn't pursue it.

It is interesting indeed, but you'll never hear it and so you'll never be able to comment with the full information.

many people would spiral into addiction or deep depression.

The only thing I'm addicted to is never capitulating and never quitting.

Also...I just had a look at your post feed...Single image, no words, you post multiple times a day and self vote. That looks like farming. You may want to reconsider doing so.