Oh, I see. [ Rhys is a complicated individual, and Wilson feels bad for him. He seems to be having a rough time; not that he's the only one, but he's become something of a friend. Not that House is going to care overmuch about who Wilson has as friends (in theory). ] Well, some people place more value on certain objects than others.

Maybe he just wanted to build up some karma points with you.

[ He takes a drag off his own cigarette, noting that it is rather nice, even though he rarely smokes. ]