Normal lar... Freelance promoters don't get paid, or paid less than promised, delay payment... Heard a lot of stories.

No black and white, or proof of working. Agent can run away and you got no ways of proving yourselves. Consider the fact that they pay you - It's already a bonus.

One of the risks in taking up freelance jobs.

Which is why back then, I tend to be very picky in my jobs. No choice lor.