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Short story about an older couple, taking Neuralink pills in 2034.

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In the year 2034, technology had woven itself into the very fabric of everyday life, but for Mr. and Mrs. Jensen, it was about to become even more intimate. They sat in their cozy living room, surrounded by the gentle hum of their smart home, with walls that could change color at the flick of a thought.  Today was special; it was the day they decided to take the leap into the next era of human enhancement with Neuralink pills. These weren't just any supplements; they were tiny marvels, promising a direct link between the brain and technology, enhancing memory, cognition, and even empathy. Mrs. Jensen, with her silver hair neatly tied back, opened the small, sleek vial. "You sure about this, Henry?" she asked, her voice a mix of excitement and trepidation.  Mr. Jensen, whose eyes still sparkled with the curiosity of youth despite his age, nodded. "We've seen the world change so much, Ellie. Let's change with it." Together, they swallowed the pills, feelin...