Numpty. From me, to you.
Listen to your Dad, he's right.
Please do NOT play roulette, it's an evil thing.
Now, & trust me on this.
There is NO SYSTEM to beat the Roulette wheel. I GUARANTEE THAT.
Roulette is for MUGS.
Some of the World's - & certainly the UK's - best poker players spend days winning Tourneys, then dump it off on the Magic Wheel in 10 minutes flat. It's bizarre, sheer stupidity. Some of the UK's best players, & most-loved players, are totally, 100%, boracic - due to Roulette & dice/craps. I could name a dozen without even thinking about it.
PLEASE don't fall prey to Roulette, it's addictive, & will destroy you.
Oh, & yes, I've been there, many moons - & tens of £thousands - ago.
Try setting light to £50 notes. It takes a little longer, but it's almost as effective in getting rid of your money as Roulette is.
Very wise words.