What does Jeremiah 40:4 mean?

Before Jeremiah could leave, Nebuzaradan added, 'Go back to Gedaliah son of Ahikam, whom the king of Babylon put in charge of the towns of Judah, and stay with him among the people. Or go anywhere else you want.' Then the captain gave Jeremiah some food and a gift and let him go. Jeremiah 40:4 - Modern Text Bible

(Jeremiah is released with provisions and told he can join Gedaliah, the new governor, or go wherever he wishes.)