It wasn't a secret that Ghost hated physical touch. Everyone on base knew not to even come up behind him and pat his back, or they'd earn a death glare.

Somehow, his team got away with it. Johnny constantly pattin Ghost on the shoulder, Price and Gaz always fist bumping him, and then there was you. The only line Ghost drew with you was holding hands, hugging, anything that would make him feel trapped.

You worked around each one. Pressing against him instead of hugs and holding his pinky with yours instead of holding hands. It was nice and simple, helped Simon feel better with you around.

The common room was quiet enough for once that Ghost came out and sat beside you, letting you link your pinky with his as you scrolled through your phone.