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_17356106_1 (series__number INTEGER, directed_by VARCHAR, season__number VARCHAR)
### Question:
What is the maximum series number what is smaller than season 7.0 and directed by Laura Innes?
### Answer:
SELECT MAX(series__number) FROM table_17356106_1 WHERE directed_by = "Laura Innes" AND season__number < 7.0