text: Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
  ### Context:
  CREATE TABLE table_228973_9 (no_in_series INTEGER, directed_by VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  What is the maximum number in the series for the episode directed by Harvey S. Laidman?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT MAX(no_in_series) FROM table_228973_9 WHERE directed_by = "Harvey S. Laidman"