Would you ask your crush for a hug even if he/she has bf/gf/spouse or you have a spouse?

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This is a very interesting question that sparked my curiosity. One of my customers here at the shop asked me about this question. She is 22 years old. She had a crush on one of the gym trainers here near in our area. As she was buying some print outs of her family members for a Christmas decoration, she show me one of the photos she wants me to print out; it was her crush. Apparently the guy has a girlfriend which she didn't love him seriously. They got a cool-off before. She was being told by my customer's aunt and sisters to stay away from the guy because it might cause a fuzz between the couple. To keep everything in place, she stayed away. But she confessed that she is inspired to be with him at the gym because he is nice, cool and kind. All she wanted for her upcoming birthday (this September 25) is a warm hug from the guy. Nothing more. I did it before and it was one of the best birthday gift I've got: a hug from my crush. To me, I didn't give more than just a hug, and so does he. No malice about it and just friendly hug for us to get inspired. We still stayed friends, but my crush on him faded away due to some discoveries/ what I have discovered. He understands and it is better for us that way, too. My point is; why would you deprive yourself for doing something that will makes you feel good without betraying anybody? You wouldn't ask for a kiss or a sex,right? Just a hug. My customer earlier agreed. What do you think? Would you ask your crush for a hug even if he/she has bf/gf/spouse or you have a spouse?