The Minister of Defense frowned at the azure cube. "You say this technology heals all injuries?"

Prince Kalat-Narikiss-Afati nodded gravely.

"Even those inflicted very early in life – eight days after birth, for instance?"

«Yes,» said Kalat. «Only that which is innate is retained.»

"Then," said the Minister, "I fear that Israel must refuse your gift. A weapon that only our womenfolk could use would likely be more trouble than it was worth."

Kalat frowned. «Why could Israel's males not accept the morphing power?»

"I'm afraid it would take too long to explain," said the Minister firmly. "Good day, Prince Kalat."

Disclaimer: Andalites and morphing belong to K. A. Applegate. Circumcision belonged to the Abrahamic covenant, made old by the bringing in of a better hope.