The place before Nolan, unlike the previous areas consisting of high-rise skyscrapers, was actually a large glass gate, through which Nolan could see various pyramid-like structures.
Yes!
The place before Nolan was the very place where he had seen those pyramids from the sky upon his arrival at the Ascendant area.
The pyramids were made of strange material that refracted the light around them, turning them into some sort of bulbs that splashed light around the area.
At the top of the glass gates, Nolan could see a few words inscribed:
"Special Cultivation Area!"
Just like before, as Nolan walked towards the gate, the strange dome-like energy appeared once more, blocking his path.
He could only stand outside and see through the glass.
From there, he could see various Ascendants entering and exiting the pyramids.
