It could be your partner is counting on you giving up.
But remember if you file for liquidation, your partner will oppose, but this does not mean that it will end there, it just means that it will take longer to achieve this means.

A restraint of trade, is not a right your partner may force on you, simply because your partner will pay you off into the future, as what guarantee do you have, that he will pay, What recourse do you have, if he does not pay?

I am of the opinion, that you do not get yourself in a position where you can easily become a victim of a nefarious partner. Always negotiate so that your are always in a position of power and control. Always assume the worst when negotiating in these conditions, as people will promise anything to get what they want, fully knowing that they will not fulfill their statements.

Maybe it is time to visit a lawyer, who can advise a way to clear the situation.

In the meantime, how are your earning an income?
This at the end of the day is the most important part of any of your decision making, no income means that you will be in the dwang.