In July 2032, the city of Kyoto becomes the first to implement a Neuro-Interconnected City district—an ambitious experiment where a small community opts to link their minds for a year. Initial euphoria and unity fade into unease as individuals begin to experience residual emotions and thoughts from others even when disconnected. Ari, a 34-year-old artist, finds herself unable to distinguish between her own creative inspiration and the subconscious musings of her neighbor, a scientist. Relationships strain as privacy erodes and individuality blurs. Over time, psychological boundaries between inhabitants weaken, leading to a rise in anxiety and identity crises. The project is terminated early, citing unforeseen psychological effects, and residents undergo a lengthy process to regain their mental independence. In the aftermath, a global ethical debate begins on the limits of collective consciousness infrastructures, impacting the future of neural technology development across metropolitan areas worldwide.