Look, I have no doubt in my mind that Keanu Reeves is this generous to complete strangers. This pattern of behavior has been well established.

But why does he carry envelopes chock full of cash? Is that how he’s paid? 

look don’t be asking questions you’re not ready for the answer to

He’s a fae. They just have whatever money they need.

probably the reason he stood there silent for a few minutes was because he was manifesting the cash.

also because he was tasting all the guy’s words for lies.

He was also checking to make sure the currency was, you know, current. He still keeps some mementos from the olden days.

time passes differently underhill, after all.