Mike Finds a Strange Way to Call me Pretty

Whenever Mike and I are talking about how someone is attractive, I chime in with this jackass line:

Normally Mike says in a harsh, even tone that lets me know he's only putting up with me, "Yes.  You're pretty."

The other day, however, he got creative.  So when I asked, "I'm pretty, right?!"  He said:

This is possibly one of the best compliments I have ever received.  I have such a romantic boyfriend.