[That response gets a visible reaction from Rufus. Nothing too outlandish, but there's an obvious pause, a sharp raise of an eyebrow, as the former president takes in Rude's information. The Turk is so far behind on the timeline, maybe not as much as Sephiroth, but this is still something.]

They did escape. [He affirms, not looking upset or disappointed by this. It's just a simple fact now.]

Strife's a formidable opponent-- of course, all of that is due to being a SOLDIER. Nonetheless, he certainly made it a night to remember.