The attention of the queen and the king turned to Erik. They were both startled by the sudden pistol. I seem to see Erik pull the trigger. 

However, everything is just my fantasy. I saw Erik holding the revolver in both hands and handing it to the queen. 

He said softly, "Your Highness, I know you liked shooting when you were young, but you haven't fired a gun for a long time because of your illness. Now that you have gotten rid of that disease. I will give you this gun as a birthday present!"

The queen was very happy. "You are so sweet, Eric! Thank you." 

The queen took...