All Chapters of Marrying Without You: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

100 Chapters

Chapter 1 I've Waited for Seven Years

Rosalyn Jones looked outside the window as she finished writing her resignation letter.For seven days, the gigantic electronic billboard across the street had been playing Carl Grant and Zoe Quayle's wedding announcement on loop.Everyone kept saying how Carl loved Zoe to a fault, but no one was aware that Rosalyn had stood by Carl's side for seven years.It started when she was eighteen, and she was now twenty-five—she had truly given him the best years of her life.But now, it was time for her to leave the stage as he was marrying someone else.And after his wedding day, she would no longer be a part of his world.Nonetheless, Rosalyn eventually tore her eyes from the screen, folded the resignation letter neatly, and inserted it into a white envelope just as her office door opened.Carl entered, a couple of buttons beneath his black shirt loose, and the black trousers accentuating the length of his attractively long legs. There was also a distinct vigor in his step, making hi

Chapter 2 She's the Best

Rosalyn replied, "It's a resignation letter." She would never lie to him, even if it was a white lie, as what he hated most was being lied to.However, that left Carl's expression darkening. "Just let HR sort it out from now on, no matter whose resignation letter it is. Don't waste time on anything beyond your job description—if you have time to spare, why not go spend time with your grandma?"And with that, he turned to leave.Rosalyn's smile faded as he closed the door behind him. "But it's my resignation letter, Carl…"-At six in the evening, Rosalyn headed to Quayle Mansion with Carl.Zoe came running to their car as they stopped, smiling at Carl with both joy and shyness.On the other hand, the white dog in her arms didn't seem to like Carl very much and was barking at him incessantly."Quit it, Eggy. It's Daddy," Zoe chided.That left Rosalyn pursing her lips, and she sneaked a glance at Carl, as he never liked cats or dogs since he was allergic to their fur. Even s

Chapter 3 Who Says You've Been Dumped?

Rosalyn refused. "You should get a doctor instead, Mr. Grant."The crease on Carl's brow deepened—it was the first time she had ever said no to him!Without another word, he grabbed her by her wrist and dragged her into his villa, slamming the door loudly shut."Don't think I can't see that you're upset," he growled with an icy glare.So he was aware.And yet, he'd still let her suffer.The bitterness in Rosalyn's chest swelled so much that her nose turned runny. "You had every part of me for seven years, but you dumped me in a flash, and now, you're telling me I'm not supposed to feel upset?"There wasn't so much as a warning when he left her for Zoe. Even if he only considered her a tool and wanted to marry another woman, he could at least have the courtesy to say so.But Carl never did, as he was immediately and publicly dating Zoe in a flash, and right before Rosalyn's eyes.As if she really was just an ordinary assistant to him. "Who says you've been dumped?" Carl snapp

Chapter 4 Why Make Promises You Can't Keep?

Julia, Rosalyn's grandmother, took her hand and put it on Carl's palm. Then, she tried to shove a card between their hands as she said, "This is the wedding fund I've saved up for you. Now that you're finally marrying Carl, you can use it for whatever you need!"Rosalyn's tears were raining, and she was afraid to look Julia in the eyes.News of Carl's wedding must have spread everywhere, and even Julia would have seen it, but she simply presumed that Rosalyn was going to be the bride.Turning to Carl, she squeezed his hand as she pleaded, "Please promise me you'll be good to Rosie, Carl.""Don't worry—I'll be good to her as long as I live," he replied. "We've vowed to always stay together, in this lifetime and the next."Four years ago, on a business trip, Carl took her up Mount Eternity where they prayed and vowed.It was then that Carl promised he would stay with her—not just in this life, but also the next.But that promise was already broken in this life.As it turned out

Chapter 5 How Could He Humiliate Her Like This?

Rosalyn was taking a break in the pantry when she overheard several colleagues gossiping excitedly."Did you hear?! Eric Hammond, Cromwell's most eligible bachelor, is getting married!""Yeah! I mean, I was shocked when the announcement came at midnight, and I couldn't sleep after that. It really begs the question… who's the lucky gal?"She knew Eric, having met him a few times, and on each occasion, he had helped her.The first time was when Rosalyn's car had a flat tire, and he just happened to pass by and helped her change to a spare.The other occasion was when she was having dinner with a client—the man got a little drunk and was about to get handsy with her, but Eric took her away, protecting both her dignity and the contract.There were actually more instances, but her memory of those was fuzzy.Either way, that meant she owed the man quite a few favors. She ought to send a congratulatory present for his wedding, even if he might not remember her."When is he getting h

Chapter 6 I'll Need a Groom Too

As Zoe tried on her wedding dresses, she finally dispensed with her innocent appearance and revealed her true nature.Sneering at Rosalyn, she asked, "So, do you finally understand your place, Ms. Jones?"However, Rosalyn's heart was already too numb to feel anything. "What's so impressive about you, dumping Carl when he's out of luck, and returning when he succeeds?""So what?" Zoe shrugged, at once smug and pompous. "He loves me, so he's going to marry me. Sure, you slept with him while he overcame a dark period of his life, but he still ended up leaving you."And that was the truth.Rosalyn refused to play the jealous game with her or compete with their abilities to keep a man.Instead, she asked bluntly, "Why are you telling me all this, Ms. Quayle?"Zoe replied bluntly. "I don't ever want to see you again after my wedding."Rosalyn suddenly burst into dazzling laughter.She was going to leave—but she wouldn't let anyone chase her off.So, she didn't humor her boss's futu

Chapter 7 I Could Only Save One

If anything, Rosalyn was lucky for not getting a concussion despite that nasty fall.However, the lump on the back of her head was real and could be distinctly felt if touched.While she was touching it, she wasn't looking where she was going and bumped headlong into someone."Sorry… Mr. Hammond," she said as she looked up and saw the familiar face.Eric Hammond was wearing a grey silk shirt and a tailored suit, accentuating the elegant lines of his body from shoulder to waist."Are you hurt?" he asked.He was tall—the top of her head only reached his chin, so he naturally saw the lump on her head."I'm fine." Rosalyn took a step back, withdrawing from his hand.He slid it into his pocket without missing a beat, his dark gaze studying her as he asked, "Do you need help?""I'm fine," Rosalyn repeated, and then remembered something. "Oh, congratulations on your wedding!"He stopped looking at the lump just then with a mysterious twinkle in his eyes. "Likewise."Likewise? What?

Chapter 8 She's Not Coming Tomorrow

Eventually, Carl simply told Rosalyn to get some rest.But she didn't—she had plenty to do.After handing over the tasks she had on hand at work, she compiled and sorted all the documents, including Carl's itinerary.At the pantry, she heard her colleagues gossiping that Carl had rented every electronic billboard in Cromwell to livestream his wedding.The next day, Rosalyn had sorted all her possessions into boxes and donated what she didn't need to charity.She then overheard one of the volunteers talking about the Hammonds inviting all of Cromwell to a public banquet celebrating Eric's wedding—anyone could attend, and without even bringing gifts.And on the third day, she traveled to Mount Eternity, spending six hours grinding off her and Carl's names that they had sculpted on the Timeless Stone.By the time she was done, her fingers were bleeding.Later that night, she saw Carl and Zoe being interviewed together, where Carl promised a breathtaking wedding ceremony.On the f

Chapter 9 The Last Time I'll Cry for You

[Are you still going to marry me tomorrow?]Rosalyn glanced at Julia, who was sound asleep, when she received the text late at night.She then replied: [Here's my address—come pick me and my grandmother up tomorrow. Just don't come if you change your mind.][See you tomorrow, my bride!]Just seeing the reply left Rosalyn with swelling bitterness inside.She would be a bride soon too, but her groom was an internet friend whom she had never met.It wasn't like lost love had pushed her over the brink—she just didn't want Julia to worry for her or be disappointed.Moreover, even though she hadn't met her internet friend before, they had been chatting online for ten years.Since a human only lives a few decades, someone willing to spend ten years with her was enough to win her trust.-It was midnight when Carl called.Not wanting to disturb Julia, Rosalyn went outside to answer the call. "Is there anything else, Mr. Grant?"Carl was left rubbing between his brows on the other e

Chapter 10 The Two Fleets Wedding Limousines

The next day, the sun shone as brightly as the stars the previous night.Rosalyn was woken by the warmth of its glow and immediately saw Julia smiling at her beneath its rays. "Oh, Rosie—how relaxed can you be, sleeping so soundly on your wedding day?"Rosalyn hid her face in Julia's arms, yawning lazily. "Please, Grandma. I'm sleepy."Julis sighed disapprovingly. "Oh, just wake up already! Your wedding car has even arrived!" Rosalyn's head jerked up, and she looked outside where Julia was pointing and saw a row of black luxury cars parked everywhere in the nursing home front yard.Her internet friend… had really come to marry her?She stepped out of Julia's room and found a man standing there with his back to her, followed by a huge entourage. His dark suit was tailored to fit him to a tee, and his cufflinks glinted against the sun.He really oozed nobility from head to toe.Julia huffed right then. "Oh, Rosie—just go already!"At her voice, the man slowly turned, and Rosa

1 2 3 4 5 6

...

SCAN CODE TO READ ON APP