The context of the following conversation is Sasha had paid Riley for services rendered by check because they had no cash on hand, and after leaving the site, Riley cashed Sasha´s check.:
Sasha says I had to pay Riley by check for her help..
The friend responds What did Riley do for you?.
Sasha responds She helped with some garden work I had been putting off..
The friend responds How much did you pay her?.
Sasha responds Well the work took a few days, so in the end I paid her $200, I didn't have it in cash so that's why I paid her using a check..
The friend responds Money is money, I am sure she was greatful..