The so-called "dog whistle effect" is a form of psychological manipulation even more covert than the "gaslight effect," capable of driving a person to hysteria in the midst of apparent calm.
It specifically refers to someone deliberately angering, provoking, or humiliating others through hints, coded language, or hidden methods while maintaining an outward appearance of friendliness and harmlessness. The abuser's actions may seem trivial on the surface but directly target the victim's wounds.
This concept originated in the political realm, much like how a dog whistle emits a high-frequency sound imperceptible to humans but audible to dogs. In political scenarios, it is a covert communication strategy.
"It's okay if you don't understand; Senior Feng will demonstrate it for you soon."
Fushimi Roku stood outside the one-way mirror, holding some edamame beans he had snagged from Watanabe Shun's desk, an expression of anticipating a show on his face.
