- It is not that hard thought. You have three more or less satisfying ways to go. First, find someone to fund you. You'll get less oportunities to research everything you want, but you will get a funding for one of areas you like. Second - you make your own funding. Perhaps a business, or anything... a passive cash flow that will allow you to research whatever you want. The downside is that you probably will have to temper your hobbies for a time and focus on rising this cashflow. And finaly, just temper your desire for research and just focus on things that you can research without big funding.
Sean rose his hand, expecting the bug to fly away, as well as to keep an eye on him and the dragon at the same time - I think the first option would suit you most, as it also will help with second if you manipulate your finances correctly... - he chuckled, but his expression seemed quite concerned at the same time - Just don't get into situation when you can not break the contract with your employers.