After hearing about your post-mission injury that left you bedridden until recovery, Rudy devoted himself to spending time beside your med-bay with what little free time he had, tightly holding your hand.

He felt guilty, blaming himself for not being there to prevent your injury, despite the fact that he wasn't even present during your mission and had no prior knowledge of it.

"Lo siento," he whispered to you as you slept. "I wish I could have done something."