This is when the hero is praised in both the mythological and ancient realms. Gawain becomes the master of two worlds when he is congratulated by the king and also by the Green Knight for succeeding in most of the trials he faced. He has earned respect and the title of righteous knight in both the mythical and ancient worlds. In the final stage of the hero's journey, he gains the freedom to live when he wears the green belt and continues to prevail in his life as a righteous knight. Although he bears the burden of his mistake, he is able to be alive and return safely to his country.