I am of the belief people are still propelled into motion by base desires and common-denominator needs. If the low cut from merch and the lack of income post-termination is really that severe, then I can't imagine a good reason to stay in this job as a Niji EN vtuber unless you've already made enough to be content with your lot now. Was the leaked contract fake? Ver is a law student after all, surely someone who studies the law wouldn't sign something as fishy as that leaked garbage.