Ep. 74: Lucy battles Jackal while the Celestial Spirit King fights Mard Geer in episode 249

In episode 249, Lucy is emotionally devastated after permanently sacrificing Aquarius to summon the Celestial Spirit King for a single use. The Celestial Spirit King immediately engages Mard Geer, the Underworld King, in combat. Meanwhile, Lucy has no opportunity to mourn her loss because the explosive Jackal attempts to eliminate her. She must focus on survival rather than grief as the enemy attacks. This sequence highlights the high stakes of the confrontation, with Lucy dealing with the immediate physical threat while the Celestial Spirit King handles the powerful adversary. The narrative emphasizes Lucy's resilience and the urgency of the situation as she faces danger without her usual celestial support.

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