Yes. Definitely Kouta's fate depends on how Ryouma views him. Ryouma is going to have too much fun with this. It really does depend how much poking Kouta's done. Ryouma could easily tell Takatora that Kouta would be far more effective with more schooling.

Hopefully Micchy will realize that Kouta is on his side.

(Takatora-muse is arguing with Kouta about University now. Kouta is protesting that he has a job.)