"It is pleasing to hear that not all rich men have such a condescending view." Rosemary smirked. She then tilted her head, still pondering about one of his earlier remarks. "I know this question may seem a bit, late, but if I may- you stated the nobles have a certain odor. Would you be so nice to describe it to me?" She asks.
Not only did she ask the question out of curiosity, but also in the hopes that the question would take enough thought to distract him, maybe in a chance he wouldn't notice her trying to pickpocket him. If it didn't open up a window for her, she'd simply have to try again. The 'art' of stealing was much more than shouting out randomly to look east, so this person could swing by and swipe someone's purse. In fact, it was much more than that. Stealing involves stealth, surprises, deliberate plans- that you have 99% faith in. Without any of these skills, or techniques...one would be ashamed to call himself a thief.
Rosemary pushed away the subject, and crossed her arms, as she waited for his response- which would hopefully lead to some kind of cash.