Do you think it is okay to ask someone after 3 dates what their intentions are?

Hi everyone,

I met a guy through mutual friends and he asked me out on a few dates.

He has been really sweet the whole time but I would honestly like to know what his intentions are.

I get if people only want to have something casual but I want to date to see if it could become something serious.

I have had a few really bad experiences in the past and I honestly don’t want to get emotionally invested in anything anymore if I am not sure it could potentially turn into something real.

What would you guys say? Is it to pushy to ask about someone’s intentions after the third date?