They likely weren't thinking of the long term consequences and were focused on getting the approval of their peer group. That's what I take away from the seemin

They likely weren't thinking of the long term consequences and were focused on getting the approval of their peer group. That's what I take away from the seemingly attention seeking complaints that people weren't reacting to the light treason they were engaging in. Like "I want people to like me, so I'll make this grand display none of them actually asked for." I've known people that have done similar things with much lower stakes. It wouldn't surprise me if there was a nonsexual honey trap someplace egging them on, but it's also believable they did it to themselves.