"Ahh... while I was in SOLDIER? No way. I had too much else going on to think about it." Besides perhaps a fleeting thought or two- say, if he had more time in between missions to spend with Aerith, if he wasn't constantly being called away, maybe if he had a different job... but it never lasted more than a few seconds. A normal life never suited him. At least, not before the labs. Here, the peace and quiet has been a mixed bag, but surprisingly nice.

"After I escaped, I thought I might become a mercenary. That kind of job is real versatile, y'know? Get paid to do anything for anyone. Every day would be different." Sounds cool and appealing. He could build his own reputation, a badass who helps people, no matter who they are. A real hero, unlike Shinra. "Since I got here, I've thought about it more. Haven't come to a decision yet, but the time and freedom to really think about it feels endless. There's no rush!"

Although the idea of a 'life' here feels very fleeting. It's not like, if he decided on something, he could go home and do it. This world is all he's got.