pre searing, 2 questions...

Hey all...
I thought I saw a screenshot of a town/location south of Fort Runik. Is there anything there in pre-searing ascalon, or not?
Also, is buying the cape for Gwen worth it?
Thanks for any help.

no just gather up flowers while you run around, then give them to her I think she wants 10+ "Enough to fill her vase" @ least thats hoe I got the Tapestry

thank you both