Don't need the router

I have internet-only service with Verizon and I'm just one person with one connection needed at the place I live. I don't need any router. Is there a way to ask for only the direct ethernet connection? I remember right before the service person came, I was able to connect to internet with direct connection. After he set up the router, the direct connection does not work anymore. Is this just a switch Verizon turns on and off?

Thanks,

cpliu