The character's journey was one of redemption and atonement.
penance
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She performed acts of penance as a form of atonement.
Idiomatic Expressions for atonement
Phrase: redeem oneself
Meaning: to do something to make up for past mistakes or wrongdoings
Usage: Despite his previous failures, he was determined to redeem himself by working hard and proving his worth.