Valjean certainly jumped back into himself with relief. Having his mind stuck in a body that did not belong to him was a dislocation he did not know how to reconcile himself with. There is little joy in being himself again but yes, definitely relief.

The temptation to go straight back to Paris was strong but in truth, he needed half a day to balance himself. And there is no better way to do that than by walking, so here he is, strolling along a path by the lake. He nods at everyone he passes - not many people are out - but makes no effort to engage anyone in conversation.